Our philosophy is simple – the client is at the center of what we do. We are here to collaborate with you, and provide solutions to overcome existing challenges and help our clients achieve your strategic objectives.
As we engage with our clients, we focus on issues with complex global aspects and build upon the global business acumen that is in Thunderbird’s DNA. Diversity is not just in our name or curriculum, it is a vital strategic advantage. Our staff includes people from 16 countries who speak 17 languages, bringing together a rich variety of skills, experiences and perspectives.
The richness of our teams’ backgrounds gives Thunderbird Executive Education a range of expertise and insight to tackle our clients’ global business priorities. In addition to this diversity, we all share a passion for delivering value to our clients and a greater impact for their organization.
Executive Education Employee Spotlight
Birthplace: Italy
Languages: English, Italian, Spanish, French
"I get to work with very talented people and help develop senior executives so they can make the greatest and most sustainable impact on the planet through their organizations. It could not be any more rewarding!"

Birthplace: USA
Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian
“I have been at Thunderbird now for over four years and can honestly say that I am amazed by the individuals I have met and befriended at this institution. From the multicultural and multilingual students in the degree programs, executives who attend Executive Education programs and the faculty, Thunderbird is truly global indeed.”

Birthplace: South Africa
Languages: Afrikaans, French, Dutch
“I love the intercultural environment at Thunderbird - my daily interactions include communication with many different cultures within Executive Education, the Thunderbird campus and external clients all over the world. I love that we have a book club that reads a book from a different country every month! I strive to be a global citizen and believe in the classic African philosophy of Ubuntu: ‘I am what I am because of who we all are.’”


