PerchPeek Pods - Global Mobility Pros

Episode #107: Chris Gonzales, Senior Talent Mobility & Immigration Professional: How Boeing Makes The Business Case For Global Mobility

* 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 Mobility. We hope you enjoy :)

Episode #106: Elina Udkovskaa, Senior GM Manager, Superhuman (formerly Grammarly) - What Every Mobility Leader Should Know About M&A

* 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, discussing everything from integrating relocation policies and selecting suppliers to supporting employees through organisational change. We hope you enjoy :)

Episode #105: Patricia Tavares, Founder, Brazil Talks- “Repatriation Is a Ghost”: Redefining Assignment Success

* 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 professionals across the industry, and mentoring women seeking empowerment and growth in their careers. We hope you enjoy :)

Episode #104: Lisa Goggin, Global Mobility Lead, Canva- Running Global Mobility at Canva: From Vendor Selection to AI Adoption

* 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 more time for the human side of mobility. We hope you enjoy :)

Episode #103: Katerina Fagetti, Senior GM Manager, LGT Private Banking: Building Career Mobility Programs for a Global Workforce

* 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 :)