Geo-political and environmental disruption is on a scale that we have not seen since the 1930s, and there are fast-changing immigration and tax regulations, tariffs and changes to trade agreements across the globe – so what does all this mean for business – and can global mobility leverage its unique skill set to lead the way?

• As many economies grapple with slow growth and low productivity, they also face a shortage of key talent, yet this is set against often very vocal anti-immigration sentiment. What is the future of global mobility in the face of populist feeling that seems to reject globalisation?
• What do these regulatory and financial changes mean for global business – and can mobility give business a strategic advantage?
• What do you need to know to negotiate these changes and what could be the implications for extended business travel, cross-border and ‘virtual’ working?
• What alternative visas/programs can you use?
• What other risks do you need to be aware of and how can you shock-proof your mobility program?
• What and where will be the greatest challenges to doing business globally and where are the new opportunities?
• Global mobility has repeatedly demonstrated its value and agility in times of crisis – so how can GM leaders and teams leverage that expertise and experience to elevate its status?