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    Maya Hu-Chan

    President

    Global Leadership Associates

    Key Takeaways

    • 1.She is renowned for her expertise in global leadership, helping leaders navigate complex international business environments.
    • 2.Her book, "Global Leadership: The Next Generation," was recommended by Harvard Business School and is translated into multiple languages.
    • 3.Hu-Chan is a certified Master Coach who trains leaders in Global Fortune 500 companies and founded the consulting firm Global Leadership Associates.
    • 4.She is an award-winning thought leader, recognized by Thinkers50 and Leadership Guru International for her contributions to management and leadership.

    About Maya

    Who is Maya Hu-Chan?

    Maya Hu-Chan is a globally recognized management consultant, executive coach, author, and speaker. She is the President of Global Leadership Associates, a management consulting firm she founded in 1992 in San Diego, California. Hu-Chan is celebrated for her expertise in global leadership, executive coaching, and cross-cultural business skills.

    Her contributions to the field of leadership have earned her significant accolades, including being rated among the World’s Top 30 Leadership Gurus in 2013 and among the Top 100 Thought Leaders in Management & Leadership. Thinkers50 recognized her as one of the Top 8 Global Solutions Thinkers, and Leadership Guru International named her a Top Leadership Guru from Asia. She also received the Leading the Global Workforce Best Practice Award from Linkage Inc. In 2010, she was nominated for San Diego Magazine's "Woman of the Year" award, and Coach Foundation recognized her among the Top Leadership Coaches in both 2021 and 2022.

    What is Maya Hu-Chan known for?

    Maya Hu-Chan is primarily known for her profound insights into global leadership and her ability to guide leaders in navigating complex international business environments. Her expertise spans critical areas such as fostering effective leadership in diverse, multicultural, and virtual teams, with a focus on accelerating business performance. She is a certified Master Coach in Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Coaching and holds certifications in various assessment tools, including Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), Extended DiSC, InsideOut G.R.O.W. coaching model, GlobeSmart, Cultural Orientations Indicators (COI), and Cultural Navigator.

    Her seminal work, "Global Leadership: The Next Generation," published by Financial Times Prentice Hall, was selected by Harvard Business School as one of its Working Knowledge recommended books. This book has been translated into multiple languages, further amplifying her global influence. She is also a prolific contributing author to ten other business books, including the "AMA Handbook of Leadership" and "Coaching for Leadership: How the World's Greatest Coaches Help Leaders Learn." Additionally, she has served as a columnist for Inc.com and developed a series on working in various Asian countries.

    What is Maya Hu-Chan's background and experience?

    Hu-Chan's educational foundation includes a B.A. in Journalism and Business from National Chengchi University in Taiwan, followed by a Master's degree from the Annenberg School of Communications at the University of Pennsylvania. Her early career involved serving as an anchor for the China Broadcasting Company in Taiwan. Prior to founding Global Leadership Associates, she also held the position of CEO for a non-profit organization in San Diego, California.

    Through Global Leadership Associates, Hu-Chan has trained and coached thousands of leaders across North America, Asia, Europe, South America, and Australia. Her extensive international experience includes significant work in countries such as China, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, India, Korea, and Japan, where she has worked with leaders in Global Fortune 500 companies. She is a founding member of the Marshall Goldsmith Group and a member of prestigious organizations like the Alexcel Group and the Institute of Executive Development. She has also served as an Advisor for the Worldwide Association of Business Coaches (WABC).

    What topics does Maya Hu-Chan speak and write about?

    Maya Hu-Chan's speaking and writing engagements focus on developing leaders who can thrive in an increasingly globalized world. Her key topics include the essential competencies for global leaders, the impact of globalization on business, and strategies for leading diverse and multicultural teams. She frequently addresses challenges such as overcoming "home-centric" views, developing a global mindset, appreciating cultural diversity, and effective cross-cultural communication, including navigating high and low-context cultures.

    Her work emphasizes the importance of adaptability, flexibility, and a deep understanding of varied cultural considerations. She delves into practical approaches for developing global-leadership capabilities within organizations, identifying barriers such as a lack of international business exposure and limited global talent development roadmaps. Her presentations frequently highlight the evolving demands on leaders, transitioning from past success factors like self-confidence and personal excellence to present and future needs like creating clear visions and understanding global impact.

    How does Maya Hu-Chan contribute to the Best Practice Institute?

    Maya Hu-Chan is a distinguished expert at the Best Practice Institute (BPI), where she shares her extensive knowledge and experience through on-demand learning sessions and resources. Her contributions cover critical areas such as global leadership, organizational development, learning and development, leadership development, and coaching.

    She has presented webinars for BPI on topics including "Global Leadership: The Next Generation," which explores the challenges and skills required for effective leadership in a globalized world; "Step Up & Stand Out: Becoming a Globally Influential Leader," focusing on key challenges and success factors for leaders operating internationally; and "Coaching Global Leaders," which addresses the nuances of executive coaching in a cross-cultural context. Through these offerings, Hu-Chan provides BPI members with valuable insights and practical strategies for developing globally competent and influential leaders, aligning with BPI's commitment to fostering best practices in leadership and organizational excellence.

    Background & Perspective

    Background

    Maya Hu-Chan holds a Master's degree from the Annenberg School of Communications at the University of Pennsylvania and a B.A. from National Chengchi University in Taiwan. Her early career included work as an anchor for the China Broadcasting Company. In 1992, she founded Global Leadership Associates, a management consulting firm in San Diego, California.

    Her contributions to leadership have been widely recognized. She was rated among the World’s Top 30 Leadership Gurus, named a Top 8 Global Solutions Thinker by Thinkers50, and recognized as a Top Leadership Guru from Asia by Leadership Guru International. Coach Foundation listed her among the Top Leadership Coaches in 2021 and 2022. She is a founding member of the Marshall Goldsmith Group and a member of the Alexcel Group and the Institute of Executive Development.

    Areas of Expertise

    Hu-Chan specializes in global leadership, executive coaching, and cross-cultural business skills. Through her firm, she has trained and coached thousands of leaders in Global Fortune 500 companies across North America, Asia, Europe, and South America.

    She is a certified Master Coach in Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Coaching and holds certifications in a wide range of assessment tools, including:

    • Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
    • Extended DiSC
    • InsideOut G.R.O.W. coaching model
    • GlobeSmart
    • Cultural Orientations Indicators (COI)
    • Cultural Navigator

    Topics Covered

    Maya Hu-Chan speaks and writes about developing leaders who can succeed in a globalized world. Her work focuses on overcoming "home-centric" views, developing a global mindset, appreciating cultural diversity, and effective cross-cultural communication.

    Her seminal book, "Global Leadership: The Next Generation," was a recommended book by Harvard Business School. She is also a contributing author to ten other business books, including the "AMA Handbook of Leadership," and served as a columnist for Inc.com.

    Areas of Expertise

    Global LeadershipExecutive CoachingCross-Cultural BusinessLeadership DevelopmentMulticultural TeamsOrganizational ChangeStrategic PlanningAssessments & Evaluations

    Research Topics

    Leadership DevelopmentLearning & DevelopmentAssessments & EvaluationsCoachingOrganization Development & Change

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