Who We Are
Your success is powered by people who understand cultural complexity from the inside out. Our team brings together specialists from around the world, each contributing unique perspectives and expertise to help your organisation thrive.
From leadership development to cultural integration, from government relations to digital transformation, our diverse backgrounds create something special. We don't just teach cultural competence - we live it every day through our own multicultural collaboration.
This firsthand understanding of navigating cultural differences, combined with our proven expertise, means we deliver solutions that work in the real world. Because when it comes to building stronger teams, we believe the best insights come from lived experience.
Founder, Trainer, Facilitator
Kate Lorenz
Woven founder, Kate, is a seasoned expert in intercultural competence and leadership, with nearly two decades of experience across the APAC region. She empowers diverse organisations through practical training and coaching, fostering cultural unity and resilience in today’s interconnected world.
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Saudi Arabia, Malawi, Bahrain,
UK, China, Australia
Leadership & Gender Expert
Danielle Jorgensen
Danielle is an expert Career Transformation Coach, specialising in transformative leadership. With a compassionate, candid approach, she empowers individuals and teams to break limitations, refine their leadership, and cultivate authentic connections for lasting professional growth and success.
China, Australia
Personal Growth Expert
Ryan Gonsalvez
Ryan, Founder & CEO of 2ndwind.io, empowers individuals navigating career transitions through strategic mentoring. As a Career & Education Coach, he promotes continuous learning and professional development, helping clients gain clarity and confidence to achieve meaningful career shifts.
UK, Hong Kong, Australia
Leadership & Intercultural Expert
Rita Malvone
Rita collaborates with industry leaders to enhance strategies and cultures, leveraging her corporate experience. A certified DEI professional and ICF executive coach, she delivers tailored solutions while actively supporting community development initiatives. A New Yorker, she enjoys travelling and theatre.
USA, China
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Intercultural & Education Expert
Laura Mitchelson
Laura, an experienced HR strategist for schools, specialises in intercultural management and coaching to enhance performance and reputation. She fosters growth, drives positive organizational change, and prioritises engagement and retention. Based in Bath, she is a passionate advocate for nature and lifelong learning.
UK, China, Vietnam, Singapore
Marketing & Digital Expert
Nicolas Zurstrassen
With extensive marketing and digital transformation experience across APAC, Nicolas has held senior roles at Google, Nike, and Intercontinental Hotel Group. Now based in Sydney, he empowers purpose-driven organisations focused on tech innovation and climate change, living by values of joy, communication, and compassion.
China, Singapore, Australia
Intercultural & Education Expert
Tripti Kumar
Tripti is an accomplished high school English literature teacher with a decade of experience. Passionate about cultural awareness, she has recently transitioned to corporate learning and development to enhance talent strategies and foster cultural competence within organisations.
India, Hong Kong, Singapore,
Canada, Australia
Intercultural & Government Expert
Gemma Taavale
Gemma is a strategic communications, coaching, and engagement specialist who drives organisational effectiveness through integrated approaches. As a Senior Consultant at the Public Sector Commission, she excels in governance, strategic planning, policy development, and delivering key Ministerial and Parliamentary services.
Australia, Japan
Intercultural Coach and DEI Specialist
Wieke Gur
Wieke Gur is an experienced intercultural coach and DEI specialist with over 13 years of expertise in leadership, communication, and team dynamics. She helps leaders optimise psychological safety, motivation, and cognitive diversity, and has worked with global companies to improve workplace culture and effectiveness.
Denmark, Australia,
United Arab Emirates
Our vision is to build a more agile, cohesive & prosperous business community through deeper cultural awareness.
About Us
Woven was founded by Kate Lorenz with the vision of fostering intercultural unity and leveraging the powerful, often overlooked advantages of diversity. The company, originally known as UIN ("Until It’s Not"), rebranded to Woven in 2024 to symbolise the way diverse cultural and individual threads intertwine to create a stronger collective. This new identity reflects the belief that Australia’s diversity - home to over 300 languages and more than 200 cultural backgrounds - is one of its greatest assets.
With nearly two decades of deep experience across the APAC region, Kate launched Woven to help leaders and organizations navigate the complexities of intercultural dynamics. Growing up in Saudi Arabia, Malawi, and Bahrain, Kate’s unique upbringing provided her with a global perspective that fuels her work today. Her journey in China, where she spent over 22 years co-founding and leading Ark International, a successful relocation and real estate business, gave her profound insights into the intricacies of cross-cultural business operations in one of the world’s most complex markets.
Drawing from her extensive experience in China - one of the fastest-growing economies and a region known for its unique cultural and business environment- Kate shifted her focus toward executive coaching and intercultural training. Woven delivers tailored programs designed to equip leaders and teams with the tools they need to navigate cultural differences, enhance collaboration, and foster innovation. Kate’s in-depth knowledge of the APAC region, particularly China, enables her to guide clients through some of the most challenging intercultural hurdles.
Woven’s mission extends beyond merely bridging cultural gaps; it focuses on unlocking the full potential of diverse teams by embracing individual differences, strengths, and experiences. By fostering greater self-awareness and enhancing intercultural communication, Woven empowers organisations to build resilient, innovative, and cohesive teams that drive long-term success.
For more information on how Woven can support your team's growth and success contact hello@woven-culture.com.
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