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Feedback from our participants

The presentation materials were very good; the ability to ask questions and clarify issues … digging deeper into the material.
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The facilitator was very responsible to questions and able to give examples applicable to audience.
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Very clear presentation with both conceptual and practical aspects.
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Mr. Sakai was a great teacher!
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Excellent course.  I will recommend to others.
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You pointed out things very well that I do at work, both the Japanese and American tendencies.
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Thank you, Sakai-san.  You were delightful and a pleasure to spend the afternoon with.  I learned so much.
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The pace of the course was perfect (not too slow / not too fast).
     
 

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Seminar Facilitators

We offer a variety of cross-cultural seminars that can help you break down business barriers between the U.S. and Japan. Here are some of our expert seminar facilitators.

Jennifer Paauwe-Riffe, SPHR

Jennifer Paauwe-Riffe, SPHR

 

 

Known as a visionary who evaluatesprograms, systems, and policies while setting high standards for meeting business needs, Jennifer brings practical solutions for Human Resources and works with leaders to maximize personal performance and exceed expectations.

Skilled strategic planner, energetic organizer, active listener, Jennifer articulates a lead-by-example vision for innovation and professionalism.



Charity Kuahiwinui

 

With a strong background in Human Resources and a passion for helping people, Charity works with small businesses and freelancers to navigate the complex world of employment law, health insurance, compensation and employee relations.  The education she received at the University of Washington in IAS: Society, Ethics, and Human Behavior put her in a unique position to serve in the best interests of the company as a strategic, liability-reduction partner while maintaining a sense of strong employee advocacy.  When not busy helping clients Charity can be found stretched out on a yoga mat or curled up in a book.

 

Ken Sakai



Eileen Sakai is one of the founders and owners and the vice president of Pacific Dreams, Inc. She initially designed and facilitated our flagship seminar Building Bridges between the USA and Japan, our first seminar on cross-cultural business between the USA and Japan.  Eileen has extensive experience as a business owner and has lived and worked in both the USA and Japan.  Eileen is a teacher, trainer and international speaker and knows what it takes to live and work in two cultures often simultaneously.

 

Ken Sakai

 

 

Ken Sakai is the co-founder and President of Pacific Dreams, Inc. Ken came to Oregon in 1987 with Mitsubishi Silicon. In addition to cross-cultural business training, Ken also provides American HR practices training for Japanese companies both in the US and Japan. With his extensive business experience on both sides of the Pacific, Ken provides insightful perspectives to both Japanese and non-Japanese clients alike. His areas of expertise also include strategic planning and partnership development.

For more information on public seminars, please contact us:

Phone: (503) 783-1390
E-mail: info@pacificdreams.org

   

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