Authentic Connection—The key to thriving in business and in life

We help prepare, engage and retain your global talent by providing you with a comprehensive data-driven wellbeing solution, so you can confidently expand your brand—creating successful transitions, increasing productivity and protecting your investment

Our Core Values

AUTHENTICITY

We empower employees and their family members to bring their true selves to their new cultural environments, enriching the organizations they join with fresh ideas and perspectives. By encouraging authenticity, companies benefit from more engaged and innovative talent.

CONNECTION

We create pathways for individuals and businesses to connect across cultures. Through our comprehensive solutions, employees find belonging in new environments—and businesses gain committed, culturally adaptive team members who are ready to contribute.

CULTURAL NAVIGATION

We provide businesses with the right tools to support their global workforce by gently guiding employees and their loved ones through their cultural transitions. Our insight-driven strategies help companies nurture and keep their brightest stars, ensuring they flourish both in and out of the office while safeguarding the company's global vision.

BUSINESS IMPACT

By partnering with Authentigrate, companies not only improve employee satisfaction and retention, but also build a reputation for supporting a diverse and thriving workforce. Our holistic approach ensures that cultural transitions are smooth, leading to greater employee well-being, increased productivity and long-term business success.

Alicia Partee

Authentigrate Founder

Born and raised in Oakland, California, Alicia Partee has overcome challenges and broken barriers throughout her life, while accomplishing many firsts. From navigating a vision disability throughout her childhood to being the first manager to excel at leading a Cantonese language team (without even speaking the language) and becoming the first African American to pastor the American Lutheran Congregation in Oslo, Norway—Alicia has continued to pave the way for others.

After decades of leading technology teams across a variety of Fortune 500 companies and start-up organizations in Silicon Valley, Alicia transitioned to the role of clinical program manager for the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. Then, after following her husband to Norway, she became general manager of the Embassy Employee Association (EEA) for the U.S. Embassy in Oslo, Norway.

During her time abroad, Alicia struggled to connect and feel a true sense of belonging in the new surrounding and culture. Her continued optimism and quest for solutions ultimately led her to founding Authentigrate—a company rooted in helping bridge cultural divides, leveraging technology to provide solutions so individuals can flourish authentically in new cultures and environments.

Authentigrate continued to grow and now serves companies who are expanding their brands globally to help prepare, engage and support their global talent for successful transitions, staff retention and to protect their investment as they expand their brands around the world.

Master of Philosophy — (MPhil)—University of Oslo, Norway

Master of Arts — (MA) in Marriage & Family Therapy—Western Seminary, USA

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist — California (MFC 52857)

Bachelor of Science — (BS) in Theology & Leadership—William Jessup University, USA

Associate of Science — (AS) in Management Information Systems—University of Phoenix, USA

Didier Soriano

A pioneer in the field of AI, Didier Soriano has been fascinated by its potential since his university days, where he majored in the subject. Seven years ago, he made significant strides in the Norwegian banking industry by introducing a groundbreaking AI-powered robo-advisory service.

As a polyglot with a keen interest in language development, Didier closely follows the evolution of Large Language Models (LLMs) and their potential applications. Recognizing the critical role of data in AI, he has consistently championed robust data management practices throughout his career.

Didier has experience in both start-ups and large corporate environments. His time in start-ups fostered an entrepreneurial spirit that he has brought to the corporate level. Given his diverse management experience, he successfully balances the development of modern technology platforms to drive business growth with the increasing compliance demands from regulators.

Having had the privilege of working on three different continents, Didier is keenly aware of the benefits and challenges of diversity in the workplace. He has successfully built and managed teams of individuals from various nationalities, fostering an environment of aspiration, healthy competition, and innovation.

Kathra Saba

Mentor and speaker, Kathra Saba is a serial-entrepreneur, and senior innovation manager with specialty in business development and strategy in the health tech space.

Born in Iran, Kathra involuntary moved to Norway with her family when she was thirteen years old. She has a master degree in public policy and leadership, and is a systemic family therapist, coach, business leader and a proactive social scientist. She is involved in various impactful initiatives in the private, public, civic and entrepreneurial sector.

Kathra is an optimist who believes that there is always a way to turn obstacles and problems into opportunities. She is driven by a mission to see the potential of every human being and leave no one behind in society. Her strength lies in developing solutions within the intersection of people, processes and technology—as well as connecting individuals, organizations and programs to create solutions that truly influence and improve lives.

We believe:

that businesses can successfully expand globally based on engaging and retaining diverse talent
it’s essential to create a workplace where cultural diversity isn’t just accepted—it’s celebrated
that when employees feel valued and understood, they bring their full selves to work, enhancing innovation, collaboration and long-term professional—and personal success
that individuals and their families can successfully navigate the complexities of cultural transitions while ensuring that their authenticity and unique perspectives are valued
that true belonging transcends borders

“So where can people go to find support for coping, when emotional and psychological concerns are at the heart of living abroad? Authentigrate! It will empower your journey abroad.”

— Dimitris Polychronopoulos, Director, Founder Institute Norway, Co-Author of Diversophy Norway

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