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. Passi...
Aug 22, 2025•36 min
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 Mo...
Aug 19, 2025•35 min
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 organi...
Aug 11, 2025•34 min
How can global companies align their people strategy without erasing culture? What does localised HR actually look like in action? How do you measure global talent programs that truly work? How will AI reshape global talent matching and employee engagement? In Episode 65, Paul sits down with Lisa Rodriguez, People Leader. Lisa is a seasoned Chief People Officer with 15 years of experience shaping the people strategy across advertising, media, and marketing industries. She leads with a focus on e...
Jul 22, 2025•31 min
How can systems like Workday help take the stress out of visa tracking and reminders? How is AI helping simplify green card filings and service fees in immigration processes? How can a simple dashboard show the retention rate and long-term value of sponsoring employees? What does “keep it simple” mean when sharing mobility updates with leadership? In Episode 64, Paul sits down with Pawan Zenda, a Global Mobility and Immigration Manager, Strategist, and Immigration Advocate at ServiceTitan. Her p...
Jul 17, 2025•37 min
How do you build a high-performing internal mobility system? How do you get buy-in from teams who fear losing talent through internal Mobility? How do you show the ROI of short-term assignments? What do crisis moments reveal about mobility’s role? In Episode 63, Paul sits down with Gemma Bailey, Global Mobility Leader at PwC UK. With over 20 years of experience in the GM industry, Gemma loves its dynamic and varied nature and truly believes it can be transformative in its potential to profoundly...
Jul 07, 2025•41 min
Where can a mobility consultant add the most value day to day? Where can a consultant influence succession planning? How can organisations transition from a reactive to a proactive mobility program? How can a consultant prevent costly repatriation failures? In Episode 62, Paul sits down with Michelle Durkin, a Strategic and Operations Global Mobility Advisor & Consultant. Michelle is a seasoned Mobility professional, with a career that encompasses extensive experience in In-House Corporate R...
Jul 01, 2025•30 min
What is a Global Employment Organization and what is the long-term value of building it? What teams are involved in launching the GEO, and what role does GM play? How do you identify and support non-sponsored employees? What does tangible support look like in the current immigration crisis? In Episode 61, Paul sits down with Carolyn Volovsek, Director, Global Mobility & Immigration at Cox Automotive. Carolyn has been in the mobility industry for over 20 years and has held a variety of roles ...
Jun 24, 2025•35 min
How do you scale mobility without adding more headcount? What's the ideal partner ecosystem for mobility? What’s the ROI of replacing relocation stipends with platform-led support? What can an executive move tell you about your mobility program’s limits? In Episode 60, Paul sits down with Don Jurries, Global Benefits & Mobility Lead at SumUp. Don brings over 35 years of international experience to the Global Mobility space, having gone through 15 international moves himself. He's lived and w...
Jun 16, 2025•42 min
How can systems-based thinking help GM leaders make better decisions? How can behavioral psychology and negotiation theory be applied to GM programs? How can mobility leaders turn the ship around on policy escalation and constant exceptions? What role will Agentic AI play in the future of mobility and in-house roles? In Episode 59, Paul sits down with Simon Mason, Global Mobility Executive. Simon is a global mobility executive passionate about systems thinking, negotiation, and the future of wor...
Jun 10, 2025•50 min
How do you lead an inbound-first global mobility strategy in a company of 90,000? How do you build influence and buy-in for mobility inside a company as large as Cisco? Which internal teams quietly power mobility success? How do you forecast mobility headcount across continents- before the business even moves there? In Episode 58, Paul sits down with Kyle D'Souza , Global Mobility & Immigration Director, at Cisco. As Cisco’s Director of Mobility and Immigration, Kyle leads a global team of 2...
Jun 02, 2025•38 min
How can you get internal buy-in for a remote work strategy and budget approvals? How can companies manage the compliance challenges of international remote work? How did ResMed structure its remote work policy into clear 30-60-90 day buckets? Why should remote work fall under the Global Mobility function? In Episode 57, Paul sits down with Jovina Rasiah, Global Head of Mobility at ResMed. Jovina is a seasoned Global Mobility professional with over 20 years of experience in expatriate tax consult...
May 27, 2025•33 min
What are the biggest mobility challenges in emerging markets like Saudi Arabia, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan? What actually moves the needle when convincing people to go to challenging locations? How can mobility play a bigger role in advancing women’s careers? In Episode 56, Paul sits down with Kelly Blackaby, HR Director - Europe & Middle East at Mavenir. Kelly Blackaby is a seasoned Senior Global HR Director with 17+ years of expertise across the UK, Middle East, Europe, and USA. A pioneer ...
May 20, 2025•32 min
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, CRP, GMS, is a Global Mobility Manager at Ingredion, bringing a wealth of experience in strategic mobility p...
May 12, 2025•30 min
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. In her role as Global Director of Recruitment, Amy oversees Framestore’s talent pipeline worldwide. Sh...
May 06, 2025•32 min
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 Process Manager at Autodesk. Kirsten’s background set the stage early for a career in global mobility, ...
Apr 30, 2025•43 min
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 Crunchyroll. She helped shape the anime leader’s global strategy around its most valuable asset—its people...
Apr 21, 2025•43 min
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, Paul sits down with Frazer Williamson, Global Mobility Lead at AlphaSense. Frazer is a strategic and co...
Apr 14, 2025•35 min
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 at Talent Mobility Experts. She is a seasoned Talent Mobility and HR Compliance leader with over 15 year...
Apr 08, 2025•38 min
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 setting contributors and companies up for success is still going strong. He is a keynote speaker for US a...
Apr 01, 2025•36 min
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 on the road meeting with Global Mobility & Talent Leaders across the US and EMEA. After speaking wi...
Mar 25, 2025•19 min
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 at Snowflake. With 16+ years of expertise in global mobility and immigration, Amanda currently leads Snow...
Mar 18, 2025•38 min
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, Paul sits down with Claire Fielding, Director, EMEA Advisory, AIRINC. Claire joined AIRINC in December 2023...
Mar 05, 2025•37 min
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 extensive expertise in global mobility, specializing in providing end-to-end support for individuals and families ...
Feb 26, 2025•37 min
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 Mobility Director at Align Technologies. Dani is a global mobility leader with over 20 years of talent man...
Feb 17, 2025•39 min
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 Gucciardi is a multi-disciplined leader who bridges IT and business strategy, with extensive experience i...
Feb 10, 2025•33 min
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 Mobility Manager at Aurecon. Keryn is a senior Global Mobility practitioner leading Global Mobility program...
Feb 04, 2025•35 min
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 Fenwick, Executive Coach & Leader Transition Strategist. She is a Sounding Board who partners with leadin...
Jan 28, 2025•34 min
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 Pods, Paul sits down with Nicole Yunez, Director, Global Mobility and Immigration at Kroll. With extensiv...
Jan 21, 2025•34 min
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. Kerwin focuses on demonstrating leadership through change and is one of the most innovative HR leaders in ...
Jan 13, 2025•44 min
