Tom Roberts is a globally recognized expert in the intercultural complexities of global leadership—so much so that one treasured client dubbed him “The Expat Whisperer.” A senior executive, author, keynote speaker, and certified executive coach, Tom has helped hundreds of C-Suite, VP, and Director-level leaders transform their overseas assignments from overwhelming challenges into career-defining successes. Leading abroad is unlike any other leadership challenge. The pressures are exhilarating, unpredictable, and potentially career-limiting—unless you learn to navigate the hidden hurdles of working across cultures. Success requires more than operational expertise; it demands an acute awareness of how your home culture, host culture, and HQ culture silently shape your leadership. Understanding this dynamic is the key to thriving abroad. With five international assignments and leadership experience in 11 countries, Tom knows firsthand the highs and lows of executive expat life. He has led country, unit, and regional P&Ls, experienced the personal and professional sacrifices of global mobility, and seen the immense stakes—both for an executive’s career and their family’s well-being. “After nearly 15 years abroad, 30 years in business, and interviews with expat leaders from some of the world’s largest companies, I founded Cranberry Leadership with one goal: to make every expat assignment a success—not just for the company, but for the leader, their host team, and their family. No matter how prepared you think you are, the reality of an overseas role is always more complex. That’s why we use the best data-driven assessments, leadership science, and hands-on experience to ensure your global assignment becomes a defining moment in your career.” — Tom Roberts