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Soft Power, Hard Problems with Sophie Krantz

Sophie Krantz

Practical decision notes on international growth, market positions, strategic partnerships, and long-term value.

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    Global strategist & executive adviser on international growth, market positions & partnerships. I help leaders & capital allocators decide what to back, test, redesign or leave alone. I write practical decision notes. Creator of the Soft Power Index.

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