TURN CULTURAL DIFFERENCES
INTO STRATEGIC ADVANTAGES
John Edward McGraw
Multicultural Workplace Expert
Inclusive Communication Specialist
Human Connection Speaker
PAST SPEAKING CLIENTS
INCLUSIVE COMMUNICATION
The Hidden Driver of Retention, Collaboration, and Growth in Multicultural Workplaces
DIVERSE TEAMS SHOULD BE YOUR COMPETITIVE EDGE…
But too often, culture gaps, miscommunication, and mismatched expectations drive talented people away.
Leaders are left frustrated. Teams feel disconnected. And the business pays the price in lost time, talent, and trust.
It doesn’t have to be this way.
John Edward McGraw helps organizations bridge culture gaps so diverse teams don’t just coexist — they communicate, collaborate, and contribute at their full potential.
Are you ready to turn cultural differences into strategic advantages?
What are you looking for?
SPEAKING
WANT A SPEAKER WHO GETS CULTURE?
Communication gaps are costing you talent, trust, and time.
John helps leaders turn cultural differences into strategic advantages through keynotes that are engaging, story-driven, and full of practical takeaways.
From onboarding international talent to leading multicultural teams, John equips your audience with the inclusive communication skills they need to thrive.
WORKSHOPS
TRAINING THAT STICKS
Tired of surface-level DEI sessions?
John’s workshops go deeper, giving teams the real-world skills they need to communicate, collaborate, and retain international talent.
COACHING
COACHING THAT CLOSES CULTURE GAPS
Whether you’re leading a diverse team or navigating one yourself, John’s coaching helps you grow across cultures without losing who you are.
Available for individuals or teams.
"What a great message —
'When newcomers miss out,
businesses miss out'
SO Clear!"
— Gillian Parlane
TEDx Speaker, Message Coach, Keynote Speaker
ABOUT
John Edward McGraw is a Multicultural Workplace Expert, Inclusive Communication Specialist, and Human Connection Speaker. He is the founder of Hiyaku Coaching—an intercultural communication consultancy—named for the Japanese word “Hiyaku” (hee-YA-koo), meaning “leap forward.” John helps organizations and leaders navigate cultural divides, integrate international talent and foster multicultural workplaces where inclusive performance thrives.
John built his expertise during fifteen years teaching English in Japan and Canada, where he discovered that language training alone cannot bridge cultural divides. He holds an ICF credential in coaching and has partnered with JVS Toronto, the Workplace & Immigrant Network in Waterloo and Simcoe County Office of Economic Development to strengthen cultural fluency and boost retention. His methods empower leaders and internationally trained professionals to collaborate effectively, break down barriers and accelerate shared success.