Echoes of Dreamweavers

  Dear Dreamers, In this engaging conversation, we explore the life experiences and insights of Axel Böhm, a seasoned trainer and Intercultural communication coach, whose journey has been shaped by cultural diversity, resilience, and the pursuit of purpose. Through his reflections, Axel shares the lessons he has learned, the challenges he has faced, and the core values that guide him today.   Beatrice: Dear Axel, let’s start our conversation by looking at your early life background. Axel : Sure! I’ve been working for over 45 years. I restarted my career after closing my business in 2019. My journey has been quite an adventure. I met a young lady from Kenya three years ago, and we connected on LinkedIn during the pandemic's peak. Surprisingly, our backgrounds and experiences aligned, despite the challenges we both faced.  Although we have professional and private backgrounds, we meet professionally on „eyes-hight“ and utilize our different approaches and professional b...

                                        Dear dreamers,  welcome back to another inspiring episode! Today, we have the privilege of hearing from Conrad Kakraba, a Communication Professional, Lecturer, Language Editor, and Media Executive. He is currently the Acting National President of the United Nations Association Ghana and has previously served as the Communication and Public Relations Manager at the National Secretariat of the Association. With a rich background in media and education, Conrad has anchored high-profile events and published his first book, Conquering Your World: Principles for Overcoming and Shining Wherever You Are . His journey is a testament to the power of faith, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of purpose. Join us as we delve into Conrad's experiences, insights, and the lessons he's learned along the way.   Beatrice: Thank you for joining us t...

  Dear Dreamers, Join me as we explore the inspiring journey of Sharon Robinette, a corporate and M&A lawyer based in Germany. Overcoming personal and professional challenges, Sharon has become a powerful advocate for diversity and inclusion in the legal world. Her story is one of resilience, breaking barriers, and uplifting others through mentorship and advocacy Beatrice: Dear Sharon, I welcome you to the Dreamweavers channel, where every journey starts with a dream. Let’s begin by hearing a little about your early life. How was it growing up for you? Sharon : Thank you for having me. I was born and raised in Kenya, moving around quite a bit, but I now consider Nairobi my home. Growing up, I always dreamed of being a lawyer. My family often referred to me as the lawyer in the family because I excelled at arguing my points. However, coming from a single-parent household, my mother didn’t have the financial resources to support my higher education. After finishing high sch...

Dear Dreamers, I’m thrilled to have a special guest with us today—Mr. Kofi Agyarko, a renowned energy efficiency expert from Ghana. His work has not only shaped Ghana's energy policies but has also made a significant impact on the international stage. Mr. Agyarko’s career began at SEED Solutions, where he was key in deploying prepayment metering systems for electricity and water in Ghana. At the Energy Commission, he spearheaded several groundbreaking initiatives, such as the 2007 mass CFL exchange program and a GEF-UNDP project on energy-efficient refrigerators, saving 400 GWh annually. His dedication to energy efficiency has fostered strong partnerships and earned him recognition at international forums like the IEA Global Energy Efficiency conferences and the Vienna Energy Forum. In today’s interview, Mr. Agyarko shares his remarkable journey, his thoughts on turning rejection into opportunity, and the valuable lessons he’s learned along the way. Beatrice: Dear Mr. Agyarko, I we...

                                                                       Dear Dreamers, Join me in another inspiring interview on Dreamweavers, where I welcome Louisa A. Agossivi Sedjro, a remarkable leader and the First Deputy Chair of the Supervisory Board at GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit). With a rich heritage as a Togolese-German, Louisa shares her journey of embracing cultural identity, her rise to leadership in the international development sector, and the powerful lessons she has learned about cultural connection and self-discovery. Let's dive into her story of resilience, heritage, and purpose. Beatrice: Thank you so much for joining me today on the Dreamweavers platform. I'm excited to have you here. To start our conversation, could you share a bit about your backgroun...