KvK Pathways is for you if:
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Life beyond the United States is on your mind, whether it's just a vague idea or you are already planning a move.
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Guidance on both the practical and emotional sides of relocation would make the process feel less overwhelming.
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A period of transition, in career, study, or life direction, has you seeking clarity and a fresh perspective.
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You want expert, empathetic support from someone who has studied, experienced and understands the realities of building a new life overseas, studying abroad and changing careers.
I moved to Europe in 1996, and have since:
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finished my PhD (in 1999),
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worked in five countries,
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married, and raised two bi-cultural and tri-lingual children,
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become the primary academic expert on Americans living abroad,
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held four different visas and now a European passport,
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transported dogs across the Atlantic and back,
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mentored hundreds of students on studies, career and living in a new country,
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certified as a personal coach,
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worked on a sled dog farm in Finnish Lapland... and much more.
I draw on my decades of professional expertise and personal experience in supporting you in your international relocation, career change or academic plans.
Eurobound Strategies
Expert Guidance for Your Next Steps
I know first hand that big moves and bold choices are possible, but they're not always easy or straightforward. My own journey has taken me through five countries studying, working and building a family. Most recently, I have had the opportunity to work on a sled dog farm in Lapland and to go skiing and trekking in Greenland.
Certified as a personal coach, and working at the intersection of coaching and advice, I'll help you identify and set out on the path that is right for you.
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Testimonials
What My Clients and Students Say About Me
My husband was VERY impressed with you and felt very satisfied with the session. He brought it up several times throughout the day, and prompted more conversation about the topics we talked about in the session.
Feedback from a client whose husband is not entirely sure about moving abroad
VERY impressed
Amanda blends expertise with warmth in a way that makes you feel supported every step of the way. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
A professional couple moving abroad
expertise
warmth
I had the privilege of being Dr. Amanda’s Master's student in the International Migration program at the University of Kent (2023–2024), and her mentorship was truly impactful in my academic and personal growth.
She guided me not only through the rigour of ethical, critical research and clearer, more complete thinking, but also helped me navigate what it means to be a woman in the research field and in the humanitarian field.
She offered strategic advice when I felt stuck, both academically and professionally; she gave me valuable advice on career development and how to balance professional goals with personal well-being.
Her insight made a lasting impact on my journey and is still ongoing until today.
Blanche Roy-Brouard
strategic advice
impactful mentorship
valuable career guidance
Having Dr. Amanda as my Master’s thesis supervisor was truly transformative.
She guided me not only through the challenges of graduate-level research but also through the transition of moving to a new country (as an American myself) while always welcoming my questions with patience and care.
Her ability to explain complex global events and migration theories in clear, relatable terms made her guidance invaluable.
As an American scholar who has built her life abroad, Amanda brings a unique, deeply informed perspective to her field, and her warmth and openness made the academic environment feel like home. I will forever be grateful for her guidance and am proud to call her a lifelong mentor and friend.
Lauren Dieterich
invaluable guidance
deeply informed perspective
warmth and openness
Amanda has been an amazing resource for my family as we work on a long-term plan to leave the United States. When we first started working with her, we were considering over 20 countries as potential future homes.
She helped us narrow down to figure out which place suited our needs the best and how we can best establish a permanent move and residency there.
We are now working on this plan, which includes me going back to school to get a degree in our country of choice. Luckily for me, Amanda also offers coaching through graduate school and will be helping me through this process as well.
Amanda is empathetic, organized, and gives clear coaching advice to help you figure out exactly what you need.
Young mother planning a move
amazing resource
empathetic and organized
clear coaching advice
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Amanda Klekowski von Koppenfels, PhD
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