Global Workforce Colloquium 2025
From: Mar 17, 2025 @ 9:00 AM
To: Mar 17, 2025 @ 5:00 PM
Location: London
Come along to our workstream led Global Workforce Colloquium. Suitable for all in-house Global Mobility professionals who are licensed members of Expat Academy. The structure of the day will be so full of must-see-and-do sessions that you will need multiple team members to attend - divide and conquer!
The local time of the event is 09:00 - 17:00 GMT
Why you should attend
Our Global Workforce Colloquium offers you and your team an ideal blend of technical updates, engaging discussions, and practical insights to enhance your organization's global mobility function.
You have the flexibility to select the sessions you wish to attend, allowing you and your team to maximize your day and ensure you gain valuable insights from stepping out of the office.
This is one of the must-attend events of the year!
Who should attend
Expat Academy Members, In-house Global Mobility Professionals.
If you are not an Expat Academy member and would like to find out more please reach out to Tony Miller here or alternatively send him an email: tony@expat-academy.com
What will be covered
We will be covering the following during the day:
- UK Compliance Updates covering both Tax and Immigration
- What is really means to be 'Strategic' in Global Mobility
- Technology in GM - there's more than you think
- Global Compliance Updates covering both Tax and Immigration
- The purpose of Policy and do we really need one??
- Being Commercially minded in Global Mobility
Plus networking and catching up with industry friends throughout breaks, lunch and after event networking drinks
Agenda
Day 1
Welcome and Introductions
09:00 - 10:00
When you arrive we'll have some refreshments ready to fuel you up for the exciting day ahead as well as the opportunity to network within our community.
What does it mean to be strategic?
10:00 - 11:15
This session challenges conventional notions of strategic Global Mobility, moving beyond mere administrative efficiency. We'll explore how to align GM initiatives with broader organisational goals, determine what you are trying to achieve, and create value-driven mobility programs. Attendees will gain insights into defining strategic GM and setting meaningful objectives.
Networking Break
11:15 - 11:45
Workstream Session 1
11:45 - 13:00
You have the choice of the following options during our first of our workstream sessions
UK Compliance
Join this session for all the latest compliance updates in the UK. The session will cover all you Tax and Immigration needs and provide some time for some much needed Q&A to get those pesky compliance niggles off your mind.
The Future of Technology is Now
Discover how cutting-edge technologies, once considered futuristic, are already transforming Global Mobility. This session explores current tech applications in GM and beyond, challenging perceptions of what's possible today. Learn how to leverage existing innovations to enhance efficiency, improve experiences, and drive your strategic value.
Lunch
13:00 - 14:00
Workstream Session 2
14:00 - 15:15
You have the choice of the following options during the second of our workstream sessions
Global Compliance
Join this session for all the latest compliance updates from the rest of the world, covering both Tax and Immigration. With so many changes in the political landscapes in 2024 this session is a must for anyone who is looking for technical updates on what changes have been announced at the start of 2025, and what to expect going forward.
Do You Really Need a Policy?
Challenge traditional GM policy approaches in this forward-thinking session. Explore flexible, employee-centric policy designs that balance organisational needs with individual preferences. Learn strategies for creating agile policies that adapt to diverse situations, support business objectives, and enhance the overall mobility experience.
Networking Break
15:15 - 15:45
Commercialising Global Mobility
15:45 - 17:00
This session explores how to transform Global Mobility from a traditional cost centre into a strategic, value-driving business function. We'll delve into data-driven decision making, ROI measurement, innovative pricing strategies, and best practices for demonstrating GM's commercial impact on talent management and business growth.
Networking Drinks
17:00 - 18:00
Join us for drink and networking with our amazing Expat Academy community
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Testimonials
As someone who has only moved in house in recent years I found my first expat academy colloquium extremely useful for putting recent industry changes into context against the backdrop of what my peers are experiencing. The topics were relevant and well delivered and the allocated networking sessions meant the day was balanced and engaging. I look forward to the next event!
Daksha Raval
The Global Workforce Colloquium was the perfect environment to meet with peers and exchange updates regarding the world of Global Mobility.
Ben Oghene
“As someone who has only moved in house in recent years I found my first expat academy colloquium extremely useful for putting recent industry changes into context against the backdrop of what my peers are experiencing. The topics were relevant and well delivered and the allocated networking sessions meant the day was balanced and engaging. I look forward to the next event!”
Daksha Raval