In Vol. 14 of Diversity rocks innovation! I talk with Bryan Sherman, founder and president of Gramercy Engagement Group, a global HR consulting company. Bryan has been a mentor to me in my entrepreneurial journey over the last couple of years, and has a wealth of experience and knowledge that he uses to help companies evolve and shift their HR functions and people systems. Bryan is also a trusted Guide for the enjoi Wolfpack DEI Executive Education Program for Men in 2022.

In this episode you’ll hear:

How going to an international summer camp in New York City helped foster a sense of interconnectedness with people from different cultures and nationalities
The first time Bryan came to Japan as part of a student exchange
How Bryan feels about being a non-Japanese person in Japan, and finding the balance between integration and retaining his identity
The journey Bryan took from working for various companies in the US and Japan, to founding Gramercy Engagement Group
Bryan’s advice for Japanese companies operating globally

About Bryan Sherman:

Born and raised in the United States, Bryan is a Global Human Resources professional with 20 years experience of involvement with Japan. Prior to founding the company, Bryan got his start in global human resource management by working in both the US and Japan as an external consultant and as an internal HR manager in the IT and retail sectors.

Bryan is a trusted Guide for the enjoi Wolfpack DEI Executive Education Program for Men in 2022.

Useful links:

Bryan’s book: https://www.worklifejapan.com/pages/eigodejinji

Connect with Bryan:

Website: https://www.gramercyengagement.com/index.html

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-sherman

Connect with Jackie:

Website: https://en-joi.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-f-steele-phd/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/enjoidiversityandinnovation

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Instagram: www.instagram.com/enjoi_diversity_innovation/

Global business in Japan:Thought partnering with Bryan Sherman