German Network Huddle - Co-Hosted by Siemens
From: Sep 10, 2025 @ 8:30 AM
To: Sep 10, 2025 @ 4:00 PM
Location: Munich
We're very excited to be catching up with our members in Germany again, this time in Munich co-hosted by Siemens, sharing in discussion on current trends, issues, and successes within our Global Mobility network, all in a welcoming and safe space.
The local time of the event is 09:30 - 17:00 CET
Why you should attend
- Gain practical insights from peers facing similar Global Mobility challenges
- Tap into the collective expertise of fellow professionals through focused roundtable discussions
- Stay ahead of industry trends through firsthand updates on corporate initiatives and projects
- Build valuable connections in a relaxed, collaborative environment
- Return to your organisation with actionable solutions and fresh perspectives
Who should attend
In-house Global Mobility professionals who love to learn and network with peers!
What will be covered
- Small roundtable sessions to discuss current issues
- Feedback from other tables to learn from wider experiences
- Corporate updates from members on their latest challenges and projects
- Mix, mingle and chat during regular breaks & over lunch
- Networking drinks bring the day to a close
If you are not an Expat Academy member and would like to find out more please contact tony@expat-academy.com
Agenda
Day 1
Networking and Refreshments
09:30 - 10:00
Arrive from 9:30 am to register and gain access to the Huddle to meet fellow Global Mobility professionals and enjoy some morning refreshments.
Welcome and Introduction
10:00 - 10:15
Enjoy a warm welcome from the Expat Academy team. We will run you through the agenda and facilitate networking on your tables with our icebreaker!
Stakeholder Engagement Masterclass - Part 1
10:15 - 11:15
Building on from our German Huddle in June, we will now dive deeper! Map your influence landscape and decode what really drives your stakeholders. In this interactive workshop, we'll identify all the key players in your mobility ecosystem and uncover what each truly cares about beyond the obvious. Through practical exercises, you'll learn to see your program through different stakeholder lenses and understand the motivations that drive their decisions.
Networking Break
11:15 - 11:45
Stakeholder Engagement Masterclass - Part 2
11:45 - 12:45
Transform your insights into influence through powerful storytelling and strategic communication. Building on your stakeholder mapping, we'll craft compelling narratives that resonate with each audience. You'll practice real-world scenarios and develop your personal influence toolkit.
Lunch
12:45 - 13:45
Counselling Corner
13:45 - 14:45
Influenced by attendees on the day, we will break out into topical groups and learn from each other, the experts, and if need be, we’ll get you some contacts to take away to continue the discussions further! Attendees will be contacted closer to the time to see what they want to discuss to match the content of the session to the needs of those joining us!
Hot Potatoes
14:15 - 14:30
A safe space to discuss what our members have been dealing with or will be dealing with, and/or hot potatoes you want off your plate. With updates from the community on interesting approaches and innovative solutions to problems, you can share your knowledge and learn from others.
Compliance Compass with Grant Thornton
14:30 - 15:15
Navigate the evolving regulatory landscape with confidence. Our Grant Thornton experts will guide you through the latest compliance developments affecting global mobility programs. This practical session focuses on actionable strategies to stay ahead of regulatory shifts while maintaining efficient program operations.
Networking Break
15:15 - 15:45
AI in Action for Global Mobility with The Cozm
15:45 - 16:30
We've all been asking the same question - what are other GM professionals actually using AI for? So far, the answers haven't been ground-breaking. Well, The Cozm team are here to change that! In this hands-on session, they'll reveal practical AI applications that are genuinely transforming global mobility operations. Discover what's working, what's not, and most importantly, what you should be implementing right now to stay ahead of the curve.
Perspective Playground
16:30 - 17:00
Get ready to have your perspectives stretched and assumptions challenged in this interactive Huddle session! We'll tackle (each other!) on the generational expectation differences within Global Mobility! You'll challenge fellow attendees in an avantgarde format that pushes us out of conventional thinking through spirited exchanges to strengthen your critical thinking. The session will leave you with new perspectives regarding GM's toughest trade-offs. Join us as we dispel one-track notions and advance as strategic, whole-minded mobility leaders!
Wrap Up & Networking Drinks
17:00 - 18:30
Join us for some networking drinks after a few short updates from the Expat Academy team about your membership benefits!
Sponsors
Testimonials
An Expat Academy membership is just what every Global Mobility professional needs! It has so much to offer ranging from networking, learning about several topics and GM trends, benchmarking and gaining different peer perspectives, to the strategic input of the ever-supportive core team who check-in regularly to help with any challenge(s) being faced.
I have personally been part of this community since 2019 and am glad to have continued to be the beneficiary of its offerings even when I switched employers.
Riddhi Ravishekar