About me

I support managers and international teams where collaboration across cultures becomes challenging.

My understanding of cultural differences does not come only from training
models, but from my own life. Born and raised in Germany as the daughter of
Turkish parents, I learned early on how to move between perspectives.

At 17, I moved to Istanbul, where I studied and gained my first professional
experience. Later, I spent several years in the United States — another
cultural context that broadened and sharpened my perspective.

These different life and work environments continue to shape my work today. They help me understand cultural dynamics not only in theory.

Name: Yeşim Akçay

Languages: German, English, Turkish

My areas of focus:

  • Cultural Intelligence (CQ)
  • International Leadership
  • Executive Sparring & Coaching
My experience

I bring more than 25 years of international professional experience — from corporate environments, leadership roles, and my work today as an independent consultant.

Today, I work with organizations in industry, banking, and healthcare,
supporting international teams in German, English, and Turkish.

My clients particularly value:

  • my international business experience
  • my ability to quickly grasp complex situations
  • my clear yet warm approach
  • my practical perspective on everyday work
How I work

I work in a structured way — and at the same time in a very human way.

In my trainings, coachings, and keynotes, I create spaces for reflection, exchange, and real questions. I combine clarity with empathy, and practical relevance with a strategic perspective.

What matters to me is that people feel seen — while also gaining new
perspectives.

My approach

Living between cultures means looking closely, listening carefully, and building
bridges.

This mindset still guides me today. It helps me recognize tensions, connect
different perspectives, and create the conditions for trust to grow.

Because real collaboration begins where people feel understood.

Let’s start a conversation.

If you feel that international collaboration in your team could benefit from greater
clarity or connection, I look forward to the conversation.

Book a complimentary introductory call