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.

In-house, non member Attend Only rate £750+VAT.

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:

Compliance Updates covering both Tax and Immigration
What it really means to be 'Strategic' in Global Mobility
Technology in GM - there's more than you think
Compliance Deep Dive into PE Risks and Corporate Tax implications
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.

Global Mobility Vanguard Forum: Strategic Challenges & Solutions Workshop
09:00 - 10:00

An exclusive, invitation-only workshop for pioneers within Global mobility. This intimate technical huddle will tackle emerging GM challenges through collaborative problem-solving and strategic discussion. Join fellow Vanguard Network members to share insights, workshop solutions, and strengthen professional connections.

What Does it Mean to be Strategic?
10:00 - 11:15

Join Mercer as they challenge 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

Compliance Overview

Join Magrath Sheldrick LLP and BDO for all the latest compliance updates from around the Globe, including the UK. The session will cover all your 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

Join EQUUS Software, Global Expat Pay and The Cozm as we 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

Adventure into new territories with Grant Thornton

Join Grant Thornton LLP as we take you on an adventure into new territories overseas. How confident are you navigating all the different compliance risks? From income tax, social security, immigration, employment law, Corporate/Permanent Establishment risks, employer reporting obligations and more...

Participate in huddle table problem-solving sessions to collaboratively delve into the broad range of issues that arise in Global Mobility, enhancing your strategic approach to these challenges.

Do You Really Need a Policy?

Join Gerson Relocation for this interactive workshop, challenging 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 a drink and some networking with our amazing Expat Academy community

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!”