PerchPeek Pods - Global Mobility Pros

RMC side vs. in-house in mobility- what can each side learn from the other?   How can pricing transparency improve vendor relationships and reduce audit stress?   How do you influence and build policy as a one-person team?   What does it look like to lead in the “grey areas” in mobility?  In Episode 55, Paul sits down with Blythe Sparacino, Global Mobility Manager at Ingredion. Blythe Sparacino, C...

How does Framestore source highly specialized & creative talent across 60+ countries?  How does relocation and diversity improve creative work?  How does cultural understanding shape success for global teams?  How can you plan & budget for relocation upfront, instead of an afterthought?  In Episode 54, Paul sits down with Amy Smith, Global Director, Recruitment & Outreach at Framestore...

What are the most overlooked tax and compliance risks in global mobility? How can mobility and finance teams work better together to avoid audits and penalties? What long-term documentation and audit trails should mobility teams put in place? What’s the real financial risk of using lump sum relocation packages? In Episode 53, Paul sits down with Kirsten Modrich, Sr. Global Mobility, Compliance Pro...

How can HR leaders maximize vendor value and align solutions with their strategy?  What core business problems can relocation solve?  What are some key considerations when reviewing proposals for HR investments?  How can HR professionals become versatile ‘solid athletes’ and thrive in a changing landscape?  In Episode 52, Paul sits down with Barb Bidan, former Chief People Experience Officer at Cr...

What would shared services look like for global mobility today — and what functions would benefit most?  Why should mobility policies act as guardrails, not rules — and how does that work in practice?  How can mobility leaders contribute to long-term workforce strategy and global planning?  What does ‘spending in the wrong place’ actually look like in global mobility?  In our milestone Episode 51,...

How can mobility leaders build strong internal partnerships across tax, payroll, and talent teams?  What ancillary responsibilities often fall under mobility’s umbrella & how can leaders navigate them?  Why do new hires often get better relocation support than internal movers and how can companies fix that?  In our milestone Episode 50, Paul sits down with Rebecca Stephens, Founder & CEO a...

Where are companies missing opportunities to utilise Mobility in their attraction and retention strategies?  What can organizations do to make relocation attractive to potential candidates?  How can you quantify the effects of Mobility to advocate for it?   In Episode 49, Paul sits down with John Baldino, President at Humareso.  With over 30 years of human resources experience, John’s passion for...

How is US immigration uncertainty affecting global mobility strategies?  Are budgets still tight, or is investment returning to mobility programs?  How are mobility teams expanding their influence beyond traditional relocation?  Why are regional mobility strategies becoming more important than ever?  In Episode 48, we’ve got a roadshow special - Paul deep-diving into his key takeaways from 7 weeks...

What makes a world-class employee experience in global mobility, and why does it matter?  How can mobility teams show business leaders the ROI of a great employee experience?  What’s the key to moving from immigration to broader global mobility?  How can GM leaders empower their teams to enhance employee experience?  In Episode 47, Paul sits down with Amanda Brown, Global Mobility Senior Manager a...

How should HR & Mobility teams plan for unexpected crises—natural disasters, political instability, or personal emergencies?  What are the biggest challenges mobility professionals face when handling crises?  What should HR & Mobility teams do now to prepare for the next unexpected event?  Which internal and external stakeholders should be involved in crisis management?  In Episode 46, Pau...

What are the main emotional and psychological struggles of relocation?  How do relocation challenges vary for interns, mid-level employees, and executives?  How can companies help relocators thrive, not just survive?  Why do good hires leave after relocating, and how can companies prevent it?  In Episode 45, Paul sits down with PerchPeek's very own Relocation Coach, EJ Pureza.   EJ brings extensiv...

What are the biggest challenges of running a smaller, decentralized mobility program?  What’s the best way to introduce new Mobility frameworks without resistance?  How do you work with legal and compliance teams to set realistic risk tolerances?  What is the importance of cross-cultural training and softer relocation services?  In Episode 44, Paul sits down with Danielle Snyders, former Global Mo...

How can AI enhance efficiency and compliance in Global Mobility Programs?  How can Data analytics be used to drive decision making?  How can you start to implement AI and Data analytics in your GM function?  What are some specific AI use cases to transform mobility for both employees and consultants?  In Episode 43, Paul sits down with Paul Gucciardi, the ex-IBM Mobility process powerhouse. Paul G...

What are the biggest blockers to getting a ‘seat at the table’ for GM leaders?  How do you effectively present cost savings and financial impact when there is no set budget?  Which key stakeholders should small mobility teams prioritize for relationship building?  How do we sustain Global Mobility's momentum post-COVID?  In Episode 42 of PerchPeek Pods, Paul sits down with Keryn Mendes, Global Mob...

How can you make relocating leaders engage more with their relocation?  What mistakes do leaders often make during international transitions and how can you avoid them?  What are the traits, preparation and actions of a leader well set to be relocated?  How do you structure conversations with leaders regarding relocations and career?  In Episode 41 of PerchPeek Pods, Paul sits down with Jenn Fenwi...

How can global mobility leaders transition from immigration-focused roles to broader mobility positions?  How can you create momentum and results in your first 30-60-90 days?  How do you lead a distributed GM team across different time zones & cultures?  How do you compile & present a GM policy for senior leadership approval while balancing detail and clarity? On Episode 40 of PerchPeek Po...

How can you maximise assignment success using incentive-driven Mobility packages?  How do you gain buy-in for Mobility in month 1?  How do you build a brand-new Mobility data ecosystem?  What untapped channels can you expand the footprint of Mobility into?  On Episode 39 of PerchPeek Pods, Paul sits down with Kerwin Guillermo, Global Head of HR Compliance Enablement, Hewlett Packard Enterprise.  K...

How do you go about restarting Mobility from scratch when a company has been spun out of a parent business?  Do you try to adapt the legacy GM program or launch a totally new one?  How do you maintain the best elements of the old program whilst starting totally anew? How do you make the change work in terms of provider network? How do you get the wider company on board with our new program? The la...

Which group of relocators is going to see the most change in 2025?  What type of moves are going to see a surge?  What role is tech going to play next year?  How will external factors influence GM activity?  Where will data be changing the GM game?  Time for my favorite post for the year - Global Mobility Predictions 🔮🤓   Last year, I made my first attempt at predicting the future of Global Mobi...

What does global mobility look like in a fast-growing, remote-first company like Mews? How can global mobility professionals manage burnout?  What are the main compliance challenges with using an employer-of-record (EOR) model, and why is using an entity-based approach often a better option?  What factors should you consider while deciding which country to relocate employees to?  What skill will b...

Why do lump-sum relocation policies often fail, and how can companies shift toward more effective solutions?  How do policy types differ between talent acquisition-heavy programs and traditional assignment-based ones?  How can flexibility be balanced with compliance in mobility programs?  How can GM Leaders stay healthy, motivated, and sane in such a demanding field?  On Episode 35 of PerchPeek Po...

How can flexible relocation packages boost employee satisfaction while controlling costs? How does data shape global mobility strategies and enhance relocation programs? What distinguishes employee-driven from company-driven relocations, and how can companies communicate effectively? What challenges will global mobility teams face in 2025, and how can they adapt to navigate these? In our first eve...

How do Project-driven relocations differ from traditional corporate moves?  How do you structure stakeholder presentations for project bids, when it comes to global mobility planning?  How do you prepare for crisis management for assignments to remote locations?  How do you navigate stakeholder pushback during bids, especially around mobility costs?  How do you decide the right move type for each...

What are the first steps in building a new global mobility program?  How do you determine which locations are right for setting up new entities?  How do you determine the right level of compliance for your company?  What are the pros and cons of becoming involved in business travel?  On Episode 32 of PerchPeek Pods, Paul sits down with Sharon Lion, Director of International Mobility & HR at Ei...

What does it mean to be a strategic partner to the business?  How do you move Mobility from an executional function to a strategic business partner?  How do you get CEO buy-in to make Mobility a strategic function?  On Episode 31 of PerchPeek Pods, Paul sits down with Prince Abraham, Former VP &  Global Mobility Head at Novo Nordisk.   With over 17 years of global expertise in the Human Resour...