Boutique leadership development and coaching for professionals navigating change, growth, and new levels of responsibility.
Helping professionals navigate the complexity of transition
Support your people when the stakes of transition become real.
There’s a moment in transition when capable professionals realize they’re suddenly in over their heads, and aren’t sure what to do to find their footing.
That could look like:
a high performer who was excited to earn a promotion but now questions how to show up effectively in their new role.
a seasoned leader adapting to living and working in Japan.
a capable expert becoming a first-time people manager.
a professional who knows they want something different, but isn’t yet sure what comes next.
These moments are often accompanied by overwhelm, self-doubt, overthinking, communication challenges, or a growing sense that the old way of operating no longer works.
Development Support Options
Leadership Intensives
Structured 1:1 support for professionals navigating significant role, career, or identity shifts.
Ideal for:
newly promoted leaders
professionals adapting to larger scope
high-potential talent navigating uncertainty or visibility
Small Cohort Development
High-touch cohort experiences for groups navigating similar leadership or transition challenges together.
Programs are intentionally kept small (typically 3–5 participants) to allow for deeper discussion, practical application, and individualized support.
Sessions take place in a private office in Meijijingumae, allowing organizations to provide premium development experiences without coordinating large internal logistics.
Cross-Cultural Leadership Support
Coaching and development for professionals adapting to work and leadership in Japan.
Designed for:
global professionals
relocated leaders
multicultural teams
organizations supporting international talent
Hi there, I’m Katheryn!
I am the CEO of Thrive Tokyo Co., Ltd. and I partner with companies to support professionals who are navigating meaningful leadership, career, and cross-cultural transitions. I’m a PCC level executive coach, TEDx Speaker and author.
I started coaching to help professionals with stress management, and that led me to help foreign professionals who were struggling to transition into working in Japan with cross-cultural education.
Then, when the pandemic hit, I started working more and more with senior leaders who were leading their organizations through uncertainty.
Over time I have found my sweet spot to be when professionals are experiencing change, and I combine my knowledge of leadership, wellness and culture to provide customized support.
Katheryn Gronauer, CEO of Thrive Tokyo Co., Ltd
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“This is a MUST!”
“Katheryn's invaluable practicality and information makes the transition to this fascinating country and culture less challenging.”
-Jess Valentin
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“Katheryn’s a superstar!”
“I recommend Katheryn to anyone who needs personalized service to help them with any and all aspects of their life in Japan.”
-Christopher Charles
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“Helped tremendously!”
“Working with Katheryn helped me blindly navigate my career and life in Japan.”
-Lisa
Business Analyst
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“I feel empowered!”
“I feel empowered knowing that some of the situations that baffled me before are actually culture-based - it's much easier to solve issues knowing where they come from.”
-Magda, Poland
Business Operations Manager
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PODCASTS
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Fun Friday 28: The Sento Mindset with Katheryn Gronauer
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The Ikigai of The Sento Mindset: Embracing Vulnerability and Transformation with Katheryn Gronauer
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Katheryn Gronauer: Helping Foreigners Thrive in Japan
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Setting Yourself Up to Thrive in Japan with Katheryn Gronauer
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Global Relocation Conference Day 1: How To Move To Japan with Katheryn Gronauer of Thrive Tokyo
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Thriving in Japan with Katheryn Gronauer
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Ep. 14: Thrive in Your Japanese Workplace & Life — Insights from Exec Coach, Katheryn Gronauer
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Feel comfortable in your body and be clear on what your value is with Katheryn Gronauer |Certified Health Coach|Writer|Entrepreneur
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Fun Friday 14: Interview with Katheryn Gronauer
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Episode 40– Katheryn Gronauer, Founder of Thrive Tokyo, Executive Trainer & Coach
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How To Thrive In Tokyo. With Katheryn Gronauer
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Here's to Your Health - Katheryn Gronauer
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Three Paths to Life and Success in Japan: A Live Conversation with Anthony Griffin, Katheryn Gronauer, and Austin Zeng
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Katheryn Gronauer talks the Japanese Bathhouse and Feeling At Home in Tokyo
