German Christmas Market Huddle - Co-Hosted by Delivery Hero

From: Dec 03, 2026 @ 9:30 AM
To: Dec 03, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
Timezone: UTC +01:00
Location: Berlin
Address: Delivery Hero, Oranienburger Str. 70, 10117 Berlin, Germany

German Christmas Market Huddle - Co-Hosted by Delivery Hero

Join your Global Mobility peers in Berlin, co-hosted by Delivery Hero, for an intimate Huddle where honest conversations happen. Whether you're leading a team, managing complex programmes, or navigating stakeholder expectations, this is your chance to work through real challenges with people who truly understand. And afterwards? We'll head to Berlin's famous Christmas markets together to continue the conversation in true festive spirit—the perfect blend of professional insight and seasonal networking.

The local time of the event is 10:00 - 17:00 CET

Why you should attend
  • Get real answers to tough questions – bring your current challenges to peers who've likely tackled them before
  • Learn from industry specialists – gain practical insights from experts who are solving today's GM challenges
  • Benchmark confidentially – compare approaches, solutions, and strategies in our famously safe-space environment
  • Hear what's actually working – unfiltered insights from corporate GM teams on their latest initiatives and lessons learnt
  • Build your trusted circle – connect with peers you can call on for advice long after the event ends
  • Leave with practical takeaways – actionable solutions you can implement, not abstract theory
  • Experience Germany's Christmas magic – extend your networking at the festive markets (where the real connections happen!)
Who should attend

In-house Global Mobility professionals who value genuine peer learning and expert knowledge-sharing over sales presentations. Whether you have a large or small GM programme, whatever your challenge is right now, if you're looking for honest dialogue with people facing the same challenges, this is your community.

What will be covered
  • Expert-led workshops and updates – industry specialists share practical knowledge on current GM challenges (carefully curated for value)
  • Focused peer roundtables – deep-dive discussions on the issues that matter most right now
  • Cross-table knowledge sharing – hear diverse solutions and experiences from across the group
  • Member spotlights – corporate peers share current projects, challenges, and wins from the trenches
  • Quality networking time – generous breaks and lunch, followed by an evening at Christmas markets (glühwein optional, connections guaranteed!)
  • Unrivalled in-house attendance – our strictly limited attendance ratio means authentic peer dialogue is guaranteed

If you are not an Expat Academy member and would like to find out more please contact tony@expat-academy.com

Agenda

Day 1

Registrations, Networking & 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, Introduction and Updates!

Welcome, Introduction and Updates!
10:00 - 10:30

Enjoy a warm welcome from the Expat Academy team. We will run you through the agenda, tell you what's new and exciting with your membership, and facilitate networking on your tables with our icebreaker!  

Corporate Update

Corporate Update
10:30 - 11:00

Hear directly from Gosia Miaśkiewicz, Senior Manager Global Mobility at Delivery Hero, on what's happening in their GM function and how they're navigating current challenges.

Scaling the Niche: Making Complexity Work

Scaling the Niche: Making Complexity Work
11:00 - 12:00

Traditional assignments are just part of the picture now. Remote work, business travel, one-way moves, ad-hoc cases - this is where most GM work actually happens. But how do you scale these niche cases when they are the norm?

Lunch
12:00 - 13:00

Time to enjoy some delicious food and strategically chat with your mouthful!

Employee Experience vs. Getting the Job Done

Employee Experience vs. Getting the Job Done
13:00 - 14:00

We talk a lot about flexibility, choice, and employee experience. But here's the uncomfortable question: are we overcomplicating mobility? These are highly paid professionals being sent somewhere for a reason. When we optimise for endless customisation, are we actually serving the mission? A provocative debate on what really matters.

Balancing Strategy, Cost & Compliance in Mobility

Balancing Strategy, Cost & Compliance in Mobility
14:00 - 15:00

A strategic perspective on how to balance flexibility, cost management, and compliance in your mobility approach. Explore how leading companies are thinking about policy design in an increasingly complex environment.

Networking Break
15:00 - 15:30

It’s time to refuel! Take me to your coffee!

Burning Issues

Burning Issues
15:30 - 16:00

Got something that you just can't solve alone? Then use the knowledge and wisdom of the room to help you navigate the challenge!

Quick Knowledge Check

Quick Knowledge Check
16:00 - 16:30

End the day on a high with a fun, competitive quiz covering insights from the industry. Points mean prizes!

Christmas Markets!
16:30 - 19:00

You've worked hard all day gaining actionable, strategic insights for your company! You deserve a break to let your hair down and enjoy the German Christmas markets! We'll join you 😁

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