Murray R.
Cross-cultural Teambuilding And Management Development
Professional Value
Murray helps senior leaders of multinational corporations build high‑performing multicultural teams and navigate complex global assignments. He has delivered cross‑cultural training to Sony, Nomura and Deutsche Bank and oversaw the relocation of a 125‑person unit in Northern Ireland, boosting team cohesion and communication effectiveness. Primarily across UK‑Japan operations for finance and technology sectors.
Executive Profile
Murray spent nine years in the British Army, rising to the rank of Captain. As an officer he gained experience in career management and development, organisational analysis, logistics, and a wide range of other management issues. He managed complex operational and logistical project assignments including the relocation of a 125-man unit on operational duty in Northern Ireland.
After three years running a variety of tailored courses, Murray moved to Japan in 1997 as leader of a Tokyo training team. In 1998, he assumed responsibility for the general management in Tokyo, covering both the sales and training sides of the operation. While there he managed a multi-cultural team servicing the needs of leading Japanese and international firms such as Deutsche Bank, Nomura Securities, Procter and Gamble, and Sony.
After nearly six years in Japan, Murray returned to Canning in London as Marketing Manager. As well as covering two geographical regions, he also manages the relationships with several key clients. In addition, he continues to run Project Management, Teambuilding, Presentation, Negotiation, Executive Coaching, Leadership, and Cross-cultural training sessions. These seminars often cover aspects of motivation, leadership, objective-setting, performance coaching, and culture.
Murray has also run facilitation seminars for several international clients. These were designed to reduce obstacles to clear communication, maximise participation, and increase participant buy-in into project outcomes.
Core Competencies
Cultural Awareness
Murray possesses Cultural Awareness through his experience in Japan, allowing him to deliver cross-cultural training to enhance business relationships with Japanese partners in various industries.
Team Building
Murray has developed Team Building skills from his time leading a multi-cultural team in Japan, including team analysis, objective setting, performance coaching, and motivation techniques to build high-performance teams.
Communication
Murray has expertise in Communication, analyzing communication flow, identifying obstacles, and developing strategies to overcome them, ensuring effective communication in various professional settings.