Submit your vote for your favourite Global Mobility Professional of the Year by 4th October via form below (read about shortlisted professionals at the bottom of this page).

The winner will be announced on 30th October at the EMMAs Dinner - Book your seats now!

Tosin Adenrele, Manager, Global Mobility Compensation & Benefits EMEA, IQVIA

I have over a decade of experience as a Global Mobility Professional, working with leading companies across various industry sectors, including FMCG, Non-Profit, Financial Services, Oil and Gas, Pharmaceutical, and Technology. Starting my career as a Global Mobility Analyst focused on the EMEA region, I earned a reputation as a “problem solver” dedicated to ensuring operational excellence in Global Mobility Programs. I served as a Global Mobility Specialist and Lead Consultant before transitioning to work as an independent consultant through my own limited company, offering a broad range of expertise and project delivery. My specialism includes Centralisation, Change Management, Compensation Analysis, Global Mobility Functions, HR Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement, and Talent Management. In recognition of my innovative contributions, I was honoured with an Impact Award for Innovation from Senior Leadership in October 2023. My dedication to excellence earned me the Recognition Award for Operational Excellence at BP and positioned me as a runner-up for the FEM EMEA EMMA of the Year in 2014. This recognition has led to invitations to share my insights as an industry expert at various events including podcasts. In 2019, I was elected to the Next Gen GM Steering Committee and appointed as a Global Mobility Ambassador and Contributor to Global Mobility Journeys. Additionally, I am a speaker, and judge at the Forum for Expatriate Management (FEM) for the years 2021, 2022, and 2023.

Isabelle Marie Stéphanie Chalifour, Head of Sales, Homenhancement

I am honored to be considered for the "Global Mobility Professional of the Year" award. Over the past decade, I have dedicated myself to the global mobility industry, contributing in various capacities that have helped shape and strengthen our professional community. While I have never actively applied for such awards, my commitment to the industry is evident through my long-standing involvement: Industry Experience: With 10 years of experience in the field, I have consistently worked to improve and innovate within the global mobility sector, ensuring high standards of service and ethical practices Volunteering and Leadership: I have had the privilege of serving on the Board of SARA (Swiss Association of Relocation Agents) and as a Special Advisor to the Board of ABRA (Association of Belgian Relocation Agents). In these roles, I have contributed to policy development, advocacy, and the promotion of best practices in relocation services. Community Building: Understanding the importance of communication and collaboration, I created a WhatsApp group for close EURA Members. This group, which includes RMCs, agencies, and the serviced apartment industry, has become a vital platform for sharing news, updates, and insights, fostering a sense of community and mutual support. These efforts reflect my passion for global mobility and my commitment to the betterment of our industry. I believe this dedication makes me a strong candidate for the Global Mobility Professional of the Year award, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be considered.

Shelley Crofts, Head of Global and Domestic Mobility Services, BAE Systems

Shelley’s career is a story of bold transitions and visionary leadership. Initially an employment lawyer before a significant shift to global mobility (GM) and a passion for mobility transformation. Over several years Leading GM at BAE, Shelley has led a groundbreaking transformation of BAE's approach to employee mobility. Known for her focus on employee experience, service delivery and innovation, she has integrated data-driven solutions and advanced mobility ecosystems to deliver large-scale projects. -Shelley's interest in GM was sparked by a secondment within BAE and led to a bold career change, taking her out of her comfort zone and into a new and rapidly evolving field. -She embraced this transition with a focus on innovation, substantially growing the importance of mobility in the business. -As Head of GM at BAE Shelley has overseen the transformation of BAE’s GM programme genuinely integrating tax, social security, immigration, project workers, and business travel into one cohesive structure. -Under her leadership, the programme seamlessly manages a large number of global moves, ensuring both operational efficiency and strategic alignment with BAE’s business goals. -Shelley has pioneered the use of data analytics and technology to create a comprehensive mobility ecosystem -By leveraging data, she has enhanced decision-making, improving both the employee experience and overall business agility. -Her focus on continuous service delivery improvement has helped streamline complex processes, reducing friction for both employees and managers involved in global moves. -She is deeply committed to improving the employee - and indeed family - experience, recognising that mobility is not just about logistics, but about seamlessly integrating employees into new environments. -Her programs emphasise supporting employees and their families throughout their transitions, ensuring their needs are met at every stage, from pre-move preparation to post-move integration. -Shelley has built strong relationships with BAE’s leadership, positioning GM as a true partner to the business. -Her focus on service delivery has ensured that mobility supports the company’s ability to remain agile and compliant while delivering on large-scale projects. -She has implemented innovative service models that adapt to the needs of different projects, providing flexibility without sacrificing compliance or efficiency. -Shelley is recognised as a mobility visionary within BAE and beyond, known for her transformative approach to mobility management. -Her leadership in this space has influenced internal practices at BAE and set trends in the broader industry. -A regular in GM events and conferences, particularly speaking on technology, employee and family care -Shelley is a strong advocate for women pursuing career changes, particularly into GM and transformation roles. -She has spoken publicly about the challenges and opportunities women face when making significant career transitions. Through her advocacy, she encourages women to step outside their comfort zones, just as she did when moving from law to GM. Outside work, Shelley loves to spend time with her partner Cal, their dog Beau and their wider family; she loves home renovation, Manchester United and any number of concerts/bands. Shelley is happiest when on holiday, in a warmer climate with a drink!

Christopher Henry, HR Group Affairs, Principal Expert - Talent Mobility, stc (Saudi Telecom Company)

Chris is a highly experienced Talent Mobility Leader who has worked in both regional and global roles. In 2021 he joined stc with a brief to transform the Mobility function. Whilst the Mobility industry may be more established in the UAE, Saudi is very much an emerging market. As such, many Mobility concepts are unfamiliar and technical skills levels yet to be developed. 63% of Saudi's 32 million population is under 30 years old. As a company, stc is trying to meet the ambitious goals of Saudi Vision 2030, harness the potential of a multi-generational workforce and drive employee engagement - the country is undergoing so much growth that attraction, retention and upskilling are critical. Chris has therefore prioritized the creation of developmental opportunities (- rather than position filling for executives). To do this, he has implemented the following initiatives: 1. Re-engineered the Mobility function to become engine of the ‘Internal Talent marketplace’ within stc. Supported the roll-out of SAP SuccessFactors to manage all internal / external movement with a mandate to breakdown silos and facilitate the free movement of talent across the Group. - Now, all internal positions are advertised, giving all employees the ability to apply and grow their careers. 2. Refreshed the policy suite to align with core Talent, Succession and Career Development practices. Definition and project management of key work-streams to address; Operating Model, Governance, Cost allocation, Compliance and Technology and Risk Mitigation planning. Implemented Change Management and Communications campaign to help ‘sell the value of a Mobile career within stc’ 3. Established vendor supply chain for Tax and Technology to drive automation, consistency and reduce reliance on manual processes. 4. Upskilled internal team and built close engagement with colleagues within the Centre of Excellence to ensure that Mobility is embedded as a core tool for Succession Planning and Talent Management. Examples of Innovation / Achievement: • Design & execution of an annual ‘Internal Careers Fair’ for early years employees to understand the broader business, encourage staff to take a direct involvement in their personal and professional development, drive internal Mobility and boost retention. • Roll-out of the Job Attachment Program, sending employees to IT & Telecoms market leaders to learn best practices & build an international mind-set. Manage all compliance risks associated with sending staff to non-entity locations. • Design of ‘International Hub Community’ a low cost solution to enable our foreign hires to connect via the Company intranet, share their relocation experiences and provide practical support outside of the traditional relocation channels. • Key contributor at Global Mobility Executive Forum and host of the Fragomen HR Academy @stc - the first such events for the Talent Mobility community in KSA. Chris is a highly engaging Mobility professional who gives freely of his time and expertise to help the broader Mobility community. Since 2022, he has acted as a Benivo Changemaker to support their technological development initiatives and has frequently acted as a FEM judge. This award would be excellent recognition of his industry contributions.

See Christopher's video testimonial: IMG_7214.MP4 - OneDrive

Klaudia Krawczyk, Global Mobility Regional Lead, Koch

Throughout her tenure as a Global Mobility Professional, Klaudia has always set her goals very high. She has stubbornly moved up the career ladder, starting as a Global Mobility Specialist through a role of a Talent Mobility Partner and finally, acting as the Regional Global Mobility Lead. Klaudia has been working very hard to deliver the impeccable quality of service, keep the clients and stakeholders satisfied and provide the best duty of care to the assignee population across many industries and different MNCs. For Klaudia, Global Mobility is not only work, but passion, that gave a course to her life. Thanks to the experience abroad, she's gained international exposure, subject matter knowledge, learnt how to operate with cultural sensitivity and develop interpersonal relations. These skills help her to become a trusted Global Mobility Partner, who is eager to share the knowledge and contribute to the field of Global Mobility worldwide. https://online.publuu.com/580489/1401274

Jochen Lenz, Head of Global Mobility, Daimler Truck AG

Jochen Lenz, Head of Global Mobility (GM) at Daimler Truck AG (DTAG), has transformed the company’s GM function into a strategic asset aligned with DTAG’s broader business goals. Following DTAG’s separation from Daimler AG, Jochen built an independent GM function from the ground up, driving operational efficiency and making him a strong contender for the "Global Mobility Professional of the Year" award. Transformational Leadership Jochen led the redesign of DTAG’s GM operations during a critical period of transition. Tasked with building a new GM function, he took a forward-thinking approach, reimagining traditional processes and implementing a new operating model that moved away from labor-intensive tasks. Jochen introduced technology-driven solutions to streamline workflows, automate processes, and increase efficiency. Crucial to his success was his collaborative approach with external suppliers. Jochen carefully selected partners with expertise in data management, payroll processing, and compliance, ensuring these relationships were treated as true partnerships. He fostered an environment of mutual respect, encouraging suppliers to contribute ideas and collaborate closely with his team. His calm, fair, and measured demeanor promoted long-term, productive partnerships, resulting in more efficient and innovative solutions for DTAG. Cost Management Excellence Jochen’s focus on efficiency and cost management delivered significant financial results for DTAG, achieving 50% annual savings, including 50% savings in internal IT costs, 50% savings in payroll automation, and 40% savings from improved tax compliance. He optimized the vendor landscape by transitioning from costly legacy vendors to specialized providers for payroll, tax compliance, and data automation. These initiatives made the GM function not only leaner but also more accurate and compliant. Jochen’s ability to work calmly and collaboratively with suppliers ensured that the right solutions were implemented cost-effectively, without unnecessary friction or complexity. Strategic Impact Jochen elevated Global Mobility within DTAG from a transactional function to a key strategic player. His efforts integrated GM into broader HR and business strategies, making it vital to talent planning and decision-making. Under his leadership, the GM team now provides real-time insights on mobility costs, global talent needs, and flexible assignment policies. By selecting partners aligned with DTAG’s long-term goals, Jochen positioned the GM team to support critical business objectives such as talent globalization, developmental assignments, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. His leadership has shaped the future of DTAG’s workforce, ensuring the company remains competitive on a global scale. Resilience, Leadership, and Industry Influence Jochen has demonstrated resilience and exceptional leadership. He successfully navigated the complexities of DTAG’s separation while fostering a positive, engaging environment for his team. Colleagues praise him for being fun to work with, a strong people leader, and a calm, collaborative manager of both internal teams and external suppliers. Beyond DTAG, Jochen is a respected figure in the German GM community, frequently sharing his expertise through presentations, advising peers, and serving as a reference for other companies. His influence and thought leadership have shaped GM practices across the region. In summary, Jochen Lenz’s leadership, operational expertise, and collaborative approach with suppliers have transformed DTAG’s Global Mobility function.

Jacky Morkham, Global Mobility Senior Manager, Visa Worldwide

Jacky has been an outstanding partner of the Global Mobility team heading up the EMEA region amidst the multiple political crisis especially in the last 2 years. Acting selflessly by ensuring employees’ well being is a top priority in everything she does. Despite the many late nights (months) of hard work, Jacky remains calm in the face of adversity, like a phoenix rising from the ashes becoming more resilient the longer I work with her. Jacky is also very passionate about giving back to the mobility industry and has participated actively to keep herself and the mobility program relevant.

Claire D. Nilson, Counsel, Immigration and Global Mobility, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

It is my pleasure to nominate Claire Nilson for Global Mobility Professional of the Year. Claire is one of the best immigration lawyers worldwide with whom I have ever worked. Claire Nilson is an industry leader that businesses trust for creative, quick solutions to their most complex immigration challenges. Claire is counsel in Faegre Drinker’s London office and has over two decades of experience as an immigration lawyer in the United Kingdom, United States, and Trinidad & Tobago. Claire brings a friendly face and pragmatic advice to the table, simplifying even the most complicated scenarios. She advises corporations across multiple industries on work permit and visa matters worldwide. With her experience as a U.S. immigration attorney working with U.S. Consulates in Europe, Claire has been able to effectively facilitate movement of clients from Europe to the United States for years, through a number of administrations with their respective idiosyncrasies, and often in a hostile immigration climate. She has assisted many U.S.-based clients with moves into the United Kingdom and other countries worldwide, carefully explaining and managing the process with both superlative knowledge and impeccable calm, e.g., this year she managed movement of U.S. professionals into France to work on the Paris Olympics. Claire dedicates her time to industry associations, including the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA). She is also past co-chair of AILA’s Global Migration Section. For years, Claire has invested significant time in creating resources for the IGM industry and wider audiences which have contributed to the education of her peers and the continued professionalization of the field. She is a wonderful teacher and generous mentor to multiple immigration professionals. Claire is a regular speaker at conferences, including AILA 2024 and British American Business 2023. She routinely produces updates through Faegre Drinker’s website and authors articles for such publications as SME magazine and Investment Monitor. She is well-respected and quoted as an expert in the field by others, both in the trade and academic press. Claire has been listed in the International Who’s Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers every year since 2011 and has been recognized in the most elite subset of this publication annual since its 2021 inception: Thought Leaders Global Elite - Corporate Immigration Law. The clients who work with Claire consistently provide positive feedback about her and the immigration advice that she provides. They value her deep knowledge of the subject matter and its practical application to their businesses and lives. It is only once a lawyer has mastered the rules that they gain the experience to explain creative and innovative options, and Claire is a true master whom I fully endorse as one of the most elite immigration professionals worldwide. She is truly deserving of the award for Global Mobility Professional of the Year.

Rafaela Schleifer, International Mobility Lead EMEA, Air Products

Rafaela Schleifer is a standout leader in the Global Mobility sector, steering Air Products through a transformative period in the EMEA region. As the International Mobility Lead, she manages Global Mobility, Expat Tax, and Immigration programs, ensuring seamless compliance and smooth transitions for employees. Her leadership has been crucial in executing a comprehensive overhaul of mobility practices, not just in EMEA but also by influencing global standards, making her a key figure in the organization’s broader success. While her primary responsibility lies in EMEA, Rafaela also acts as a steering leader for the global team, setting best practices and safeguarding compliance across Air Products' global operations. Her in-depth legal expertise and mastery of cross-border regulations enable her to guide teams on a global scale, ensuring that operations remain compliant with evolving international laws. This global influence has earned her the trust of colleagues worldwide. Rafaela’s leadership was pivotal during a recent organizational transformation at Air Products. Working closely with her colleague Lana Radjenovic, they introduced more efficient processes, enhanced vendor collaboration, and improved employee satisfaction. The transformation resulted in a streamlined process that improved both operational efficiency and assignee experience, while also reinforcing compliance measures across the region. Innovation is a hallmark of Rafaela’s approach. She spearheaded the adoption of digital tools to manage expatriate tax and immigration, reducing administrative time and enhancing compliance tracking. These innovations have led to cost savings and increased agility in managing Air Products' international assignments. Rafaela’s personal experience as an expatriate gives her a unique understanding of the challenges faced by international employees. Her empathetic leadership ensures that both the personal and professional needs of employees are met, reducing assignment failure rates and boosting employee engagement during international moves. This hands-on approach has improved the overall employee experience and fostered greater satisfaction. Beyond her operational role, Rafaela is an active and influential voice in the global mobility community. She was a panel speaker at the FEM Amsterdam conference, where she shared valuable insights on the future of global mobility. Rafaela’s commitment to advancing the field is evident in her regular contributions to industry discussions, as well as her mentorship of young professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Her ability to lead through change, particularly in collaboration with Lana Radjenovic, is one of Rafaela’s most significant achievements. Together, they transformed the EMEA region’s mobility framework, embedding best practices that will have lasting positive impacts. This partnership highlights Rafaela’s collaborative spirit and her capacity to drive meaningful, lasting change. Rafaela Schleifer’s leadership, commitment to innovation, and influence on both a regional and global scale make her a deserving nominee for the Global Mobility Professional of the Year award. Her ongoing dedication to driving excellence ensures she remains a pivotal figure in the industry.

Harveer Singh Chadha, Resident Director - Europe, IKAN Talent Mobility

Harveer began his career in the IT industry, handling e-commerce, social community web forums, and consulting staffing in the American market. In 2004, a simple approach of solutions-driven mindset & benevolent approach set up the sail for a long-term interest in Domestic and International Mobility as an integral part of IKAN Relocation - India. Today, twenty years later, in his very important role as Resident Director – Europe (based in Swindon - UK) for IKAN Relocation -India, he is the forefront of the IKAN initiative to expand mobility relationships and business with Europe based companies. Harveer’s current role is to work closely with Europe based corporate customers, RMC’s and Service providers in order to develop and closely align IKAN’s business strategy with Europe. His initial success in Mobility came as a destination consultant and later as a manager of the IKAN Hyderabad team, assisting expatriate families moving to India. This was the time post-Y2K when a large number of expatriate families & returning Indian nationals started arriving in to India. During those times, majority of the moves were VIP and each successful assignment meant companies establishing/ enhancing their presence in India. Harveer directly contributed to the successful establishment of Deloitte and UBS in Hyderabad. He worked on multiple projects setting up mobility processes to be in line with the fast-changing Indian market. He consulted with his clients on policies to adapt to the then, complexities of Indian Immigration practices & not so mature housing market; requiring intense iterations and discussions with the mobility stake holders. He received appreciation from all client mobility/ HR teams. He worked on the entire spectrum of talent mobility, including policy development and planning, destination services, immigration services, cultural trainings and house hold goods through the past two decades, including a lengthy stint with SantaFe Relocation between 2008 and 2014, when they acquired IKAN Relocation back in 2008. With the rebirth, expansion and growth of IKAN -2; Harveer returned to IKAN in 2014 at the head of the India wide team, establishing multiple offices across India. He collaborated with senior IKAN leadership to develop Innovative solutions, technology and transparent best practices, contributing to IKAN emerging as one of the best DSPs in the world, winning multiple awards and laurels, including the best DSP of the year award at least four times in the last four years. One of Harveer’s focus and passion is to develop a well-versed team of individuals who are self-motivated and inherently driven to provide mobility assistance to relocating families. He has worked with many professionals assisting them in transforming their career paths with adaptable skills essential for the mobility industry. Such motivation ensures a longer stint for employees within the IKAN system and provides fantastic service continuity to IKAN clients. Above all, Harveer values honesty and mutual respect among mobility stakeholders to achieve successful relocations. He believes that a successful mobility person is the one who can find unique solutions, for each family, within the framework of compliance.