PerchPeek Pods - Global Mobility Pros

In this episode, Paul sits down with Cassie Ramos, Lead Global Mobility Partner at Biogen. They talk about why Mobility, not HR Ops, should own right to work checks. Cassie started out as an immigration paralegal and spent about six years as an immigration attorney. At Biogen, she leads global immigration and right to work, a remit she put her hand up for. Her argument is simple. Mobility already handles the hardest right to work cases, so it understands the standard better than anyone. Owning the process doesn't mean checking every passport. It means building the process, being the escalation point and training the people who do the checks. We discuss: Why should Mobility own right to work when its population is a small slice of the company? What did a new facility in Switzerland reveal about every other country? How do you take on every new hire without checking every passport yourself? How do you decide which countries to focus on first? Why are the US, UK and Poland the hardest countries to get right?…

• How do you centralise Global Mobility across 18 countries without forcing every market into the same way of working? • Why should you design the organisation first, before designing roles around the people already there? • How do you get local teams comfortable moving away from long-standing vendors and processes? • What skills matter most when building a centralised Global Mobility function? In this episode, Paul sits down with Nati Silveira, Head of Global Mobility at Thoughtworks.Nati is British-Brazilian, a proud mum, and has more than 18 years of experience in Global Mobility. At Thoughtworks, she has built a high-efficiency Global Mobility CoE supporting a 10,000+ person tech organisation, covering the full journey from talent supply strategy through to settling in and thriving. When Nati stepped into the global role, Mobility was highly decentralised across 18 countries, with different teams, vendors, processes and local ways of working.Over the following six years, Thoughtworks moved towards one…

• What happens when immigration rules haven’t changed, but the way they’re being applied suddenly has? • How can Mobility teams capture knowledge that isn’t written down anywhere? • Why does Sweden’s housing market create such a challenge for relocating families? • How has Sweden’s international talent population changed over the past 20 years? In this episode, Paul sits down with Johanna Lennartson, owner and Managing Director of Nimmersion and President of EuRA. With nearly 20 years in Global Mobility, Johanna has worked across immigration, relocation, operations and management, giving her a front-row view of how both the industry and the Swedish mobility landscape have changed. Together, Paul and Johanna discuss one of the hardest parts of immigration today: not necessarily changes in legislation, but changes in how existing rules are interpreted and applied, sometimes with very little warning. They also explore how Mobility teams can retain knowledge from unusual cases, the realities of Sweden’s housing…

How do you build a Mobility policy employees don’t constantly need exceptions from? What can historic assignment data tell you about whether your programme is actually working? When does a policy exception stop being an exception and become something the policy? should address? How can AI dramatically reduce the work involved in analysing Mobility programmes? In this episode, Paul sits down with Dianne Couto Foutz, Global Mobility Leader at Pegasystems. Dianne is passionate about helping employees and organisations navigate global talent mobility.With expertise spanning immigration, relocation and policy development, Dianne combines strategic thinking, compliance excellence, technology and empathy to create impactful workforce mobility solutions. Dianne shares how she rebuilt a Mobility programme by going back through years of historic assignment data, looking at what employees had received, whether assignments had worked as intended and what happened to those employees afterwards.That work helped create a…

How is the new H-1B selection system changing outcomes for different wage levels? Why are location and compensation becoming part of immigration strategy? What could the proposed $103,625 fee mean for graduate and early-career hiring? How should employers assess their H-1B exposure and plan for multiple scenarios before the next cycle? In this episode, Paul sits down with Steven Williams, Principal Attorney at Silberman Law. Steven leads Silberman Law’s workplace immigration practice, helping employers strengthen U.S. visa sponsorship programmes, I-9 compliance, immigration policies and enforcement response. His approach is informed by experience across government, in-house teams, law firms and consulting. Together, Paul and Steven unpack one of the most fast-moving periods for U.S. workplace immigration in recent years — from the changing H-1B lottery and the impact of wage levels, to location strategy, early-career talent, international “parking” options and the proposed $103,625 fee. They also discuss why…

How do you stop employees choosing the wrong relocation benefits? What does it take to convince the business to invest in services over cash? How much flexibility can you offer without losing control of costs? What gets recruiters on board with a new relocation approach? When relocation practices differ across locations, how can you create consistency? In this episode, Paul sits down with Zinnia Brasa, Global Mobility Manager at Arthrex. Zinnia Brasa has spent her career helping people cross borders, build international careers, and navigate the sometimes surprisingly complex world of global mobility. Having designed and managed mobility programs for organizations ranging from agile start-ups to global corporations, she brings a unique perspective on what works and what doesn't. Today, at Arthrex, she leads relocation, immigration, and global workforce initiatives, always striving to balance compliance, business needs, and employee experience. She firmly believes that behind every international assignment…

Where are employers most at risk with UK immigration compliance? How can businesses prepare for Home Office audits? How will the UK's new right-to-work rules impact employers? How can HR, Legal and business leaders work together to navigate complex immigration changes? In this episode, Paul sits down with Rose Carey, Partner at Eversheds Sutherland. With over 23 years of experience in immigration law, Rose began her career as an immigration and human rights lawyer before moving into business immigration in 2007. She brings deep expertise in helping organisations navigate the complexities of the UK immigration system, alongside a strong interest in global migration trends and world affairs. In this conversation, Rose shares practical insights on where employers are most at risk with UK immigration compliance, preparing for Home Office audits, navigating changes to right-to-work requirements, and how HR, Legal and business leaders can work together to stay ahead of an evolving immigration landscape. We hope…

In this episode, Paul sits down with Mimi Elvidge, Head of Account Management at PerchPeek. Mimi has worked there for over 4 years. In this role, she consults with and advises companies daily on resource optimisation, policy revisions and change management. She has helped shape or create the programs of some of the largest and fastest growing companies globally, visiting clients across Europe, US and APAC to run strategic workshops on how to enhance their global mobility functions. In this episode, Mimi shares some of her learnings from the Global Mobility, Talent Acquisition and HR teams she has worked alongside, specifically around what she has seen bring the most success!. We hope you enjoy :)

How do you build a business case for Global Mobility technology when no single department can cover the cost? What does a successful Global Mobility ecosystem look like, and why does it matter? Why did Boeing introduce immigration workshops, and what impact did they have? How can Mobility teams uncover hidden cost savings across their immigration programme? How can Mobility leaders better align their programme to the wider business? In this episode, Paul sits down with Chris Gonzalez, Senior Talent Mobility & Immigration Professional. With more than 12 years of experience across both in-house and supplier-side roles, Chris has advised Fortune 100 organisations on immigration, compliance and workforce mobility, with a particular focus on technology, vendor optimisation and employee experience. In this conversation, Chris shares practical insights on building stronger business cases, gaining stakeholder buy-in, creating a connected mobility ecosystem, and using technology to drive better outcomes across Global…

When should Global Mobility get involved in a merger or acquisition? How do you merge two very different mobility programmes into one? How do you decide which suppliers, policies and processes to keep after an M&A? How do you support employees through the uncertainty and change of an acquisition? What are the biggest mistakes organisations make when managing Global Mobility during M&A? In this episode, Paul sits down with Elina Udkovskaa, Senior Global Mobility Manager at Superhuman (formerly Grammarly). With a background spanning tax consulting, immigration law, legal operations at an immigration-tech company, and now Global Mobility, Elina brings a unique perspective on managing international workforces. She currently oversees immigration and relocation programmes across five countries and has led Global Mobility through multiple mergers and acquisitions, helping build scalable mobility programmes during periods of rapid change. Together, Paul and Elina explore the role of Global Mobility in M&A,…

How can Mobility teams help identify the right candidates before an assignment even begins? Why is repatriation still one of the biggest blind spots in Global Mobility? When does a permanent transfer make more sense than a traditional assignment? What has changed most in Global Mobility over the past 30 years? In this episode, Paul sits down with Patricia Tavares, Founder of Brazil Talks People Solutions and a Global Mobility leader with more than 30 years of experience helping organisations manage international talent across Latin America and beyond. Patricia began her career at a time when Mobility teams handled almost every aspect of an assignment themselves. Over the decades, she has witnessed the evolution of the function from a largely operational service into a strategic partner that can influence talent decisions, assignment success, and business outcomes. A Master's graduate in Governance and recognised as one of GM's Top 250 Women Leaders, Patricia is passionate about Global Mobility, connecting…

What should mobility leaders look for when choosing and managing external partners? How can mobility teams better demonstrate their value beyond spreadsheets and ROI metrics? What AI projects are already delivering real results inside Canva’s mobility programme? What would mobility look like if teams had more time to focus on people than processes? In this episode, Paul sits down with Lisa Goggin, Global Mobility Lead at Canva. With over ten years of experience across both in-house and vendor-side mobility roles, Lisa has built her career supporting international talent movement across EMEA and APJC. Before joining Canva, she held mobility positions at Cisco, Sky and Cartus, giving her a unique perspective on employee experience, vendor partnerships and programme delivery. Together, Paul and Lisa discuss how mobility teams can better communicate their impact, what leaders should look for when selecting external partners, practical AI use cases already delivering value today, and how technology can create…

How did LGT design its Career Mobility Programme? How did LGT approach eligibility for Career Mobility opportunities? How do you make Career Mobility work for the business and employees? Why did LGT revise its Career Mobility Programme after launch, and what changed? In this episode, Paul sits down with Katerina Fagetti, Senior Global Mobility Manager at LGT Private Banking. Katerina is a Global Mobility leader with over 15 years of experience. She brings deep expertise in international assignments, relocations, and business travel, with a strong focus on strategy, compliance, and stakeholder advisory. She joined LGT more than three years ago, where she continues to lead and shape cross-border mobility with a practical, people-focused, and compliance-driven approach. We hope you enjoy :)

What could a 10-year ILR timeline mean for employee mobility in the UK? How does US immigration compare to the UK? Why are companies scaling back “work from anywhere” flexibility? How can companies handle talent shortages as immigration tightens? In this episode, Paul sits down with Jhanelle Osbourne-Burke, Global Mobility Leader at Payoneer. On the professional side, Jhanelle has spent her entire career in global mobility, working across different industries and companies of all sizes - from starting at the beginning to leading teams and managing global programs. On the personal side, she has also been an expat herself through two short-term assignments and a permanent relocation, so she understands the experience from both sides. We hope you enjoy :)

How can mobility teams present complex risks internally without overwhelming stakeholders? What are some common mobility risks companies can actively mitigate? Why do stakeholders sometimes struggle to engage with mobility risk discussions? When should mobility teams bring in external consultants versus relying on internal expertise? In this episode, Paul sits down with Fabiana Christians, who leads Global Expansion and Talent Mobility Strategy. With over 17 years at the intersection of global mobility, expatriate and international corporate tax, and international expansion, Fabiana has built a career around one idea: moving people strategically moves businesses forward. At Nubank, she helps shape global expansion strategy while turning compliance complexity into opportunities for growth. Together, they discuss how companies approach mobility risk differently, communicating complex compliance topics internally, and practical ways mobility teams can help businesses navigate international growth more…

100 conversations with mobility leaders. 100 different perspectives. 50+ hours of insight. A huge thank you to every guest who’s been part of this! For this milestone, Paul steps back and looks at the patterns that have come through across those conversations - and what they say about where mobility is today, and where it’s heading next. At the centre of this one are a few key questions: What patterns have emerged across mobility programmes? Why is traditional relocation no longer the centre of mobility? What are the best teams doing differently today? What’s going to shape the next phase of global mobility? Paul breaks this down into five key insights - from how the function has evolved, to the growing role of technology, data, and global programme design. He also looks ahead at what’s coming next, sharing a set of forward-looking themes shaping the future of mobility. We hope you enjoy :)

How do you handle a 10x increase in employee queries as a company scales? What actually drives the adoption of ticketing systems over Slack and email? How can you build a knowledge base quickly without relying only on experts? How can you stage hiring and relocation before committing fully? In this episode, Paul sits down with Maria, Director of People Operations and Compliance at Perk, where she leads global people operations, payroll, and systems across a 2,000-person organisation spanning Europe and the US. Maria has built her career around scaling operations in fast-growing environments, with a focus on automation, process design, and post-acquisition integration. Her experience brings together people, data, and systems to create more structured and efficient ways of working. Together, they explore what it really takes to scale operations from 200 to 2000 employees - from building more structured support models, to introducing self-serve and automation, to rethinking how teams manage growing complexity…

Mobility doesn’t break because teams can’t spot risk - it breaks when decisions need to be made quickly, with imperfect information. In this episode, Emily Stirling (Apollo, ex-Meta, HubSpot) shares how the role of mobility is shifting at scale - from applying policy to guiding decisions. With 18+ years in global HR, Emily has led large-scale transformation across organisational design, systems, and people processes - using data, automation, and AI to reduce friction and enable growth. We cover: – How to frame trade-offs across cost, compliance, and experience – What changes when volume increases – Where tech and AI actually help (and where they don’t) – How to support the business without slowing it down A practical look at how modern mobility teams create value under pressure.

How do you decide what AI to build and what not to? How are non-technical mobility teams actually building AI tools today? Where are hallucinations most risky in mobility queries, and how can teams reduce that risk? What challenges come up when rolling out AI in mobility? We’re back with Episode 2 of our Mobility AI mini-series on PerchPeek Pods - exploring how AI is actually being used across Global Mobility today. In this episode, Paul is joined by Michali, Head of Global Mobility at HelloFresh. With over 10 years of experience in the space, Michali has built and led relocation programs at companies like SumUp and BioNTech, and even launched her own relocation agency. She’s also a LinkedIn Top Voice and a huge advocate for innovation within Mobility. Together, they get into what happens when AI moves from experimentation into real-world use. Exploring how to decide what’s worth building (and what isn’t), and why simplicity often matters more than sophistication when it comes to getting real adoption. We…

Where are Mobility teams already seeing real, tangible wins with AI? What are the most impactful use cases for AI in Mobility today? How do you move from experimenting with AI to embedding it in workflows? Where does AI still fall short in Global Mobility today? How should teams think about data privacy when using AI tools? We’re launching a new mini series on PerchPeek Pods - Mobility AI - focused on how AI is actually being used within Global Mobility today. Not theory. Not hype. Just real workflows, real use cases, and real lessons from teams on the ground. In this first episode, Paul sits down with Karen Hale, Global Mobility Strategy Director at Indeed. This series is all about how AI is actually showing up in Global Mobility today - not theory, not hype, but real workflows, real use cases, and real lessons from teams on the ground. Karen brings over 20 years of experience across both corporate and supplier-side roles, and shares how her team is actively experimenting with AI - from small, practical use…

What changes operationally when travel and mobility sit under the same team? Why do most organisations still keep travel and mobility separate? What are the critical elements of the duty of care for mobile employees? How can mobility leaders stay ahead of constant change? In this episode, Paul sits down with Sangitha Shetty, Global Travel, Mobility, and Immigration leader with over three decades of experience across Tata Communications, IBM, Oracle Financial Services, and TCS. Sangitha brings deep expertise across Mobility strategy, compliance, travel transformation, and ESG, alongside a strong track record in cost optimisation and digital enablement. She has operated at scale in complex, fast-changing environments shaped by geopolitical shifts, economic pressures, and evolving talent needs. We hope you enjoy :)

How do partner work rights affect assignment acceptance? Why do countries that allow partners to work attract more international talent? How have partner work rights expanded globally over the past two decades? How has the Permit Foundation worked with governments to change work-right policies? In this episode, Paul sits down with Gill Gordon, Chair of the Permit Foundation. Gill Gordon is Chair of Permits Foundation and has been a Board Member since its establishment in 2001. Most of Gill’s career was with Schlumberger (SLB) in a wide range of international HR roles including HR Director of several global product lines. She spent over 12 years in assignments in France, Germany and the US, which she loved. Together, Paul and Gill discuss how work rights shape global talent mobility and why they are becoming an increasingly important factor in international assignments. We hope you enjoy :)

What should HR and Mobility teams prioritise when a crisis escalates quickly? What practical steps can companies take to support employees caught in geopolitical disruption? What are the biggest challenges mobility professionals face when handling crises? Which internal and external partners should teams work with when responding to a crisis? How can HR and Mobility teams better prepare for unexpected crises? With the current situation unfolding across the Middle East, impacting many organisations and employees, we’re resurfacing this conversation with Claire Fielding, Director, EMEA Advisory at AIRINC on crisis management in Global Mobility. Based in London, Claire has extensive experience leading mobility teams in the tech sector and now advises organisations on optimising mobility programmes and supporting global expansion. A qualified accountant (ACA), she also brings first-hand international experience to her work. Together, Paul and Claire explore how mobility leaders can prepare for crises, coordinate…

How should organisations think about structuring Mobility across different use cases? How should leaders experiment with new tools responsibly? How transferable are mobility leadership skills outside of Mobility? How can Mobility professionals future-proof their careers? In this episode (Part 2), Paul continues the conversation with Julie Eisemann, former Amazon Director turned founder and mobility strategist, exploring what comes after scale - and how mobility leadership evolves beyond execution. Julie draws on her 26-year career in global mobility, including 12 years at Amazon where she led a 500-person team supporting 500,000 employees annually. Now building Second Act Studio and advising organisations across HR and mobility, she shares how the same ownership mindset applies far beyond a single function. Together, Paul and Julie discuss why mobility is inherently a matrix, how to structure around different move types and lifecycle stages, and what it takes to stay relevant as the function evolves. We hope…

What structural barriers prevent talent from moving inside large organisations? How do you create clear visibility of skills across a complex enterprise workforce? How can companies redeploy talent instead of hiring externally? How do you measure and prove the commercial impact of internal mobility & redeployment? How do executive search, relocation strategy, & return-to-office decisions influence senior talent movement? In Episode 91, Paul speaks with Kyle Ramkissoon, Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition at northteq. Kyle is a strategic People leader with 20 years of experience scaling global organizations. A specialist in Internal Mobility and Executive Search, he has saved millions by architecting talent redeployment engines at FIS Global. He is passionate about leveraging AI and skills-based workforce planning to future-proof careers. Together, Paul and Kyle explore what it takes to redeploy talent at enterprise scale - from removing structural barriers to aligning workforce demand with internal…

How do you integrate Talent Management and Global Mobility in practice? What business impact do you see when Talent and Mobility operate together? How can you get leadership buy-in for Talent Mobility? How can organisations improve visibility and advocacy for internal talent on assignment? How should global assignments be positioned to drive long-term career progression? In Episode 90, Paul speaks with Marquisa Nash, global HR executive and former leader across multinational organisations, including BASF, specialising in the intersection of Global Mobility and International Talent Strategy. With over 20 years of experience, Marquisa brings a distinctive executive coaching and people advisory lens to leadership transitions and global workforce planning. Her work sits at the point where assignments, succession planning, and long-term capability building meet - helping organisations move beyond operational mobility toward intentional Talent Mobility. We hope you enjoy 🙂

How do you run mobility when most moves are project-based, not long-term assignments? Why do project structures make mobility policy consistency & cost control so hard? Why is change management harder than technology in mobility transformations? Which stakeholders play the biggest role in making change management actually stick? In Episode 89, Paul speaks with Kirsten Meyerhoff, Former Global Head of Mobility and Total Rewards at Siemens Gamesa. Germany-based and with over 20 years of experience, Kirsten is known for building functions from scratch and for leading the rewards harmonisation at Siemens Gamesa. Her career spans complex, high-volume environments where mobility, cost, compliance, and delivery timelines collide. Outside of work, she recharges in nature with her husband, two sons, and a very energetic Labrador - often ice bathing or operating a chainsaw. Together, Paul and Kirsten discuss the realities of running Global Mobility in a project-driven organisation, including operating at scale,…

What is the CEO Mental Model at Amazon? How did Amazon scale its Mobility function during hypergrowth? Why does fragmented data undermine trust in Mobility teams? What risks do Mobility leaders underestimate when planning large-scale change? How does treating Mobility as a product change outcomes? In this episode 88, Paul speaks with Julie Eisemann, former Amazon director turned founder and mobility strategist, about what it really takes to lead Global Mobility with ownership and clarity. Julie is known for scaling global mobility programs to support up to 500,000 employees and delivering more than $230M in workforce efficiencies during her time at Amazon. She brings deep operational experience across immigration, relocation, and mobility strategy, alongside a strong focus on culture, belonging, and designing mobility functions that are fit for the future. Together, Paul and Julie explore what it means to be the CEO of your role in global mobility, why fragmented data undermines trust and decision-making,…

How can mobility teams balance policy and flexibility for senior leaders? How should expectations be set early on senior and VIP relocations? What challenges commonly arise when managing VIP relocations? How should teams position themselves internally when faced with challenging or urgent business requests? Which topics have been most effective in helping the business understand mobility? In Episode 87, Paul speaks with Julio Herrera, Head of Mobility at Turner & Townsend, about managing Global Mobility in-house and the realities of supporting senior and VIP relocations within a large organisation. He leads international mobility strategy across transfers, assignments, tax, immigration, and compliance. He specialises in cost optimisation, policy design, and delivering practical mobility solutions that support business growth and employee experience globally. Together, Paul and Julio explore how senior relocations amplify pressure on mobility teams, why early conversations around scope, cost, and trade-offs…

How does the nonprofit context change the role and expectations of mobility? What do you focus on when immigration and tax are no longer the primary constraints? Where are the biggest opportunities in making mobility more strategic? What really influences whether people say yes to relocation in this environment? In episode 86, Paul speaks with Mark Derksen, Head of Global Mobility & Internationally Recruited Staff at CIMMYT. He is returning to PerchPeek Pods to share how his perspective on global mobility has evolved since moving into a nonprofit, mission-led organisation. Now based in Mexico, Mark leads global mobility in a nonprofit context, bringing with him deep experience from senior mobility roles across consulting, consumer, and tech organisations. Having previously worked in expat tax with PwC before holding in-house mobility leadership roles at companies including Deloitte, Unilever, Arup, Booking.com, Uber and Getir, Mark offers a rare comparison between corporate and nonprofit mobility…

How fragmented data continues to hold some Mobility teams back Where is the mobility industry in AI adoption today? What is currently blocking effective use of AI in Mobility? How have Mobility teams secured buy-in from the business when introducing AI? In this episode, Paul speaks with PerchPeek's very own Marketing Director Harry Lee, about how AI is starting to change expectations of Global Mobility teams. Harry is speaking to 100s of clients about their goals for implementing AI within their Mobility functions. He's a passionate believer that Mobility is on the cusp of monumental change, and loves digging under the surface with experts from the Talent, Mobility and Tech spaces. Together, Paul and Harry explore where the Global Mobility industry currently sits with AI adoption, why fragmented data continues to hold teams back, and how rising expectations around speed, insight, and earlier decision-making are changing the role of Mobility teams. We hope you enjoy :)

Is AI now essential for Global Mobility, not just a nice-to-have? Which new locations will benefit as traditional immigration routes tighten? How are Mobility teams changing as standalone functions become harder to justify? And why is immigration compliance about to land firmly on the board agenda? It’s time for Paul's annual Global Mobility predictions episode. "This is my third year trying to step back and make sense of where our industry is heading, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that predicting the future is a great way to stay humble. Some trends accelerate faster than expected. Others take a very different path. After another year speaking with hundreds of Mobility leaders, HR teams and partners across the ecosystem, one thing feels undeniable: the pace of change right now is wild. Expectations are rising, and 2026 is shaping up to be a year of real shifts for Mobility teams." In this episode, Paul walks through his five biggest predictions for Global Mobility in 2026, exploring what they…

How do you identify where the right senior talent actually sits globally? What makes leaders open to relocating, and what ultimately stops them? What does strong onboarding look like for senior talent who relocate? What’s the most underrated career benefit of relocating abroad? In this episode, Paul speaks with Inga Ezera, Principal at Pedersen & Partners with extensive experience hiring senior talent across global markets. Inga has spent her career working at the intersection of executive search, global hiring, and leadership decision-making. She supports organisations in identifying where senior talent actually sits globally, assessing leadership fit, and navigating the complexities of hiring across borders. Her work sits closely alongside global mobility, particularly at senior level, where hiring and relocation decisions are deeply connected. Her perspective is shaped not only by placing leaders internationally, but also by her own experience relocating. Together, Paul and Inga explore global mobility…

What is the Talent Acceleration Model - and why is it the missing function inside HR? What does a sustainable internal talent ecosystem look like? Why do global companies struggle to operationalise internal mobility? How can you encourage internal movement when managers resist losing their top talent? How can companies justify internal mobility costs, from relocations to backfilling roles? In this episode, Paul speaks with Adele Squires, a global Talent Leader with two decades of experience across Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and strategic workforce transformation. Adele has spent her career rebuilding TA functions, modernising processes, implementing talent technologies and introducing data-driven insights across Europe and around the world. She has delivered consultancy projects across FMCG, life sciences, manufacturing, technology and professional services — bringing a uniquely broad perspective on how organisations attract, develop and grow talent. Her entrepreneurial background adds another…

What does it take to transform a decentralised Mobility setup into a centralised workforce engine? When does a one-way transfer deliver more value than a traditional assignment? How do you navigate internal barriers to Mobility transformation? Which parts of the business benefit most from a Mobility function? Which skills position Mobility leaders to step into CHRO roles? In this episode, Paul speaks with Saloni Lakhani, Associate Director, Global Mobility at Kimberly-Clark. Saloni is a Global Mobility Leader who has built her Mobility career around creating seamless, human-centred Mobility journeys for employees and leaders. With deep experience across immigration, tax, relocation and talent mobility she brings a passion for innovation, partnership and building mobility’s influence at the table We hope you enjoy!

How do you align your team with the company’s bigger goals? What skills should you hire for in a Mobility team, both technical and soft? When is the right time to hire in Mobility - and how do you justify it to the business? How do you decide where to hire your Mobility team globally? Why should mobility leaders invest in networking and community? In this episode, Paul speaks with Khadeeja Islam and Nicole Millman, two seasoned Global Mobility leaders, about what it really takes to build a high-performing mobility team - one that supports business goals, protects employee experience, and can thrive under constant change. Khadeeja Islam brings 19 years of experience across expat tax, immigration, relocation and talent mobility. Recognised among the Top 250 Global Mobility Professionals, she has led mobility programmes across multiple industries, driving operational excellence, strengthening compliance, and shaping effective mobility strategy. Nicole Millman has over 20 years of experience in Global Mobility,…

How can a strong internal brand be built intentionally? What leadership skills matter most for modern Mobility roles? How can Mobility leaders communicate their value and take ownership of the narrative? How can Mobility leaders move from being mentored to being sponsored? In this episode, Paul speaks with Mehibe Hill, Leadership & Executive Coach at The C-Coach, about what it truly takes for Mobility professionals to build a strong internal brand and be recognised as the strategic leaders they already are. Mehibe is a Leadership Coach with experience in leadership roles and leading in-house Global Mobility and HR programmes. She now supports senior Global Mobility leaders through her 1–2–1 and group coaching programmes, workshops, team coaching, and BE HER retreats, empowering clients to lead with authenticity, confidence ,and impact. If you’re thinking about how to elevate Mobility within your organisation - or how to elevate your own influence as a leader - this episode is full of practical, human insight…

What did WERC reveal about where Mobility conversations are really happening? How do you turn conference inspiration into meaningful action? Why is ‘equitable, not equal’ becoming the mindset every mobility leader needs to master? How can lean Mobility teams scale their impact across global brands without losing consistency or care? Every conference season gives us new ideas - but the real question is what happens after the panels end. In this episode, Paul speaks with Ashley Hunter, Global Mobility Lead at Yum! Brands, about what this year’s WERC revealed about the state of global mobility - and how leaders can turn inspiration into lasting change. Ashley shares her reflections from her first WERC, the power of community learning, and the mindset shifts reshaping our field - from managing policies to leading with judgment. She built her career in HR and Total Rewards before discovering her passion for global mobility just over two years ago. She loves seeing the bigger picture of how mobility connects…

Why do settling-in and cross-cultural benefits deliver more impact than their price tag suggests? How can leaders push back when pressured to make short-sighted cost cuts? What role does empathy play in relocation ROI? How can data and stories help reframe “small” benefits as strategic investments? When budgets tighten, the first things to go are often the most human. In this episode, Paul speaks with Sam Estall, former Global Mobility Leader at Accenture, about what really happens when we cut “small” benefits - and why settling-in help and cross-cultural training might deliver the biggest returns of all. From families struggling to integrate to the surprising role of empathy in relocation ROI, Sam shares what leaders can do to save smart - not cut blind. Sam recently left Accenture after a 27 year career with the last 13 in Global mobility leading cross-border moves and strategic mobility initiatives across Europe and beyond. Her focus was on compliance, driving efficiency, aligning mobility with business…

What’s the first thing you should do when you inherit a messy or non-existent mobility program? How do you uncover critical compliance and immigration risks-without setting off alarm bells? What’s the smartest way to build trust with Finance, Legal, and HR when fixing past mistakes? How do you future-proof your mobility program while handling urgent, high-pressure projects? In Episode 76, Paul sits down with Amanda Santamour. With over a decade of industry tenure, Amanda specializes in creating and optimizing bespoke Global Mobility programs to address key talent needs for rapidly growing businesses, while supporting employees with both empathy and efficiency. We hope you enjoy!

How do you get the right people in the room during your first 90 to 120 days? What’s the best way to talk to generalist teams like Finance or RevOps when the conversation feels daunting? How can Mobility stop being seen as the ‘gatekeeper’ and become a true partner to the business? How do you balance purpose, people, & technology in Mobility today? In Episode 75, Paul sits down with Chris Raines, Senior Manager of Global Mobility at The Trade Desk. Chris is a Global Mobility leader with 20 years of experience leading global immigration and talent mobility programs. He’s passionate about simplifying moves and building people-centered mobility strategies that drive business growth. Having grown up as an expat child, Chris brings a unique perspective to Mobility - combining empathy for the individual experience with a sharp focus on scalable processes and credible leadership. Before joining The Trade Desk, he led global programs across fast-moving, complex organisations and helped transform Mobility from a…

How does living through relocation change the way leaders design it for others? What does effective Mobility look like in smaller, fast-moving companies? Why do the simplest Mobility programs often deliver the biggest impact? What does good judgment look like in Mobility? In Episode 74, Paul sits down with Katy Goldwater, CHRO at Remedica. Katy is a senior HR leader with 25 years of experience spanning multiple industries from heavy manufacturing, financial services, pharma, and software. Katy started out as a management consultant and spent a large part of her career with large multi-national General Electric in various divisional and regional HR roles. She has worked for American and Japanese pharma companies in both western and emerging markets but during Covid she took a career leap into the big tech industry and helped Bytedance, the parent of TikTok, scale in EMEA. With significant transformation and programmatic experience in both the HR-function and the business more broadly, Katy loves solving…

How should Mobility leaders communicate in a demerger? How do you keep assignees steady through a demerger? How do you shield employees from payroll and visa risks? Which relationships matter most during a demerger, and why? How do you help the business understand costs & the value of reinvesting them? In Episode 73, Paul sits down with Diogo Matos, Head of Global Mobility at Solvay. Diogo brings over 15 years of experience across project management, global mobility strategy and HR leadership, having led multinational teams and delivered large-scale transformations in global companies. He is an expert in designing and implementing mobility strategies, with a track record of driving process integration, strategic consultancy and international projects across Europe and Africa. We hope you enjoy :)

What immigration changes in the past year mean for Mobility strategy? How can moving ILR from 5 to 10 years reshape sponsorship costs and budgets? What’s changed in compliance and audit rules & how can companies keep up? Despite the costs & complexity, why is the UK still attractive for global talent? In Episode 72, Paul sits down with Supinder Sian, Immigration & Global Mobility Partner at Lewis Slikin. Partner in the Immigration & Global Mobility team, Supy supports clients across all areas of UK business immigration and global mobility co-ordination across the spectrum of sectors. Of note, he specializes and supports many businesses on their UK immigration compliance e.g. sponsor license audits and right to work. We hope you enjoy :)

How do you staff and forecast effectively when you’re operating lean in hypergrowth? How can Mobility offer 90-day work-abroad flexibility while staying compliant? How can Mobility leaders build trust and credibility across the business while being a small team? What can you learn from Shopify’s approach to embedding Mobility into talent, workforce planning, & global operations? In Episode 71, Paul sits down with Sandeep Anand, Global Mobility, Immigration & Expansion Leader, former Airbnb and Ex-Shopify. Sandeep is a recognized leader in Global Mobility, named among the Top 250 Global Mobility Women Leaders; previously also recognized as a Top 100 Global Mobility Innovators and Top 250 Global Mobility Professional. With over 15 years of experience, she has built expertise across Global Mobility, Global Operations, Expansion, Remote Work, and Corporate Travel. Throughout her career, she has held key roles at leading organizations, including BlackBerry, Target, Sun Life, Shopify, and most recently Airbnb.…

How should Mobility rethink talent strategy in the AI era? What role should Mobility play in preparing talent for the skills AI can’t replace? What can Mobility leaders learn about workforce change from startup speed versus corporate pace? How can Mobility leaders use data on trust and sentiment - not just cost - to influence strategy In Episode 70, Paul sits down with Jess Larsen is the founder of Thriving Humans, a consultancy helping leaders make AI transformation work for people by focusing on their performance, not just systems. She’s held senior HR and People leadership roles—including VP of People at fintech scale-up TrueLayer and Chief People Officer at Board Intelligence, along with an earlier career in relocation with BGRS as their EMEA HR Director then external Consultant to their relocation clients. In this work she advised on the intersection of Talent impacts of relocation to stakeholders like Rio Tinto, Honeywell, Morgan Stanley and others —and advised organisations on global mobility, culture…

In Episode 69, we change format with our first-ever Mobility Summer Mailbag Special. Paul answers the questions we’ve been hearing most from the community this summer - from technology to scope to long-term careers. This special covers: 1. The reality of AI in mobility - where it’s already being used, and where the hype still outpaces the practice 2. The organizational debate - which functions mobility fits best under, and why sponsorship matters more than reporting lines 3. The business travel dilemma - why more companies are asking mobility to own it, and how this shift can expand influence and visibility 4. Career growth in mobility - the skills, experiences, and choices that prevent silos and open doors for future leaders The episode closes with a myth-busting segment, cutting through some of the assumptions that still surround our field - from “AI is replacing mobility professionals” to “compliance is the core purpose.” A different kind of episode - built around the questions shaping mobility today, and…

What drives assignment success in Africa -and what still gets overlooked? What are some mistakes companies make when sending talent to Africa? How is assignment length and structure changing across Africa? Why are more companies hiring returning diaspora talent- and how is it changing policy? In Episode 66, Paul sits down with Rene Webster, Global Mobility Leader. Rene is a global mobility leader and former expat with a decade of experience leading DSP operations, especially across Africa. Passionate about helping people thrive, she brings a human-centered approach. Her latest project launches a service centre based in Africa, supporting mobility providers with quality-driven outsourced solutions. We hope you enjoy :)

How do you maintain mobility awareness in corporations during geopolitical changes? How can Mobility effectively mediate between different company stakeholders during strategic and reactive transitions? What methods are there for staying informed of latest developments in the Mobility word when on a tight company budget? How do you bridge the gap between Mobility and compensation? In the latest episode, Paul sits down with IQVIA's Global Mobility Manager, Tosin Adenrele, to discuss how Global Mobility can best prepare themselves, their teams and their companies for future strategic shifts and geoplotical transitions. Tosin is a seasoned Global Mobility professional with over a decade of experience across industries including FMCG, Financial Services, Oil & Gas, Pharma, and Tech. Known as a problem solver, she has led initiatives in change management, HR transformation, and global mobility centralization, earning awards such as the Ovation Award for Innovation (IQVIA, 2024) and Operational Excellence Award…

How can cities attract remote workers without relying solely on cash incentives? What does a successful community onboarding strategy actually look like? What role does social proof play in attracting and retaining remote workers? How can relocation strategies shift to reflect freedom, flexibility, and purpose? In Episode 66, Paul sits down with Darcy Marie Mayfield, Culture Architecture & Experience Design Strategist at Shift with Darcy Marie. Darcy is a strategist helping cities and organizations turn relocation into lasting connections. With roots in hospitality and early experience launching Airbnb Experiences, she now works at the intersection of place, mobility, and belonging. From launching TulsaBound to advising a variety of destination and tourism boards, Darcy helps design relocation programs, cultural infrastructure, and narrative strategy that transform how people land, and choose to stay. Her work is both about moving people physically and moving them emotionally. She believes that the future of…