HR staff have a responsibility to ensure that he or she is part of the collaborative enterprise, to have their well-being in mind, to own the skill set needed to work in other countries and mental preparation to work with people from different cultural backgrounds (Bartolome, Francisco, & Sabater, 2002). Executive members of the Alliance must possess skills to learn from their partners, such as “flexibility, humility, integrity and sensitivity” (Bartolome et al., 2002, p. 38). Although alliance leaders possess intercultural skills, it is crucial to designate as many executive collaborators to maintain commitment and objectivity, so that the partnership produces positive market results (Bartolome et al..,