New York City Roundtable

From: Nov 05, 2026 @ 9:30 AM
To: Nov 05, 2026 @ 4:30 PM
Timezone: UTC -05:00
Location: New York
Address: Grant Thornton LLC, 757 Third Avenue, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10017

Join us for the New York Global Mobility Huddle, a focused networking event where you can connect with your peers and get straight to the point on the latest industry challenges. We'll facilitate member-led discussions and provide technical updates to help you navigate the complexities of your role. This is your chance to share your own experiences and gain insights directly from other professionals.

The local time of the event is 09:30 - 16:30 EST followed by networking drinks.

Why you should attend

You’ll be able to build your network with other Global Mobility professionals in the Americas region. Take part in engaging, topic-based discussions and learn from our technical experts. You'll explore hot topics, share your own challenges, and get a better understanding of what's happening across the wider market.

Who should attend

Members of the Expat Academy US Network

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

What will be covered

Exploring Industry Trends: We’ll explore the newest trends in Global Mobility, drawing insights from the Expat Academy team's real-world experiences with our members.
Corporate Updates: This is an opportunity for attendees to share recent developments within their functions, fostering a strong sense of community and peer support.
Expert Insights: A US Network expert will provide technical insights to enhance your knowledge and give you practical tools that you can apply immediately within your organisation.

Agenda

Day 1

Welcome & Introductions
09:30 - 09:50

Setting the tone for the day. A quick welcome to align the room, introduce each other and remind everyone we are here to cut through the surface level noise and share real, strategic expertise.

Roundtable Discussion - The Policy Reality Check
09:50 - 10:30

Balancing the theory of flexible policy, or the myth of static policies, with the hard reality of rising relocation costs and genuine employee support.

A candid discussion on how we design and operationalise policies that actually work for both the business budget and the assignee experience.

Navigating Global Border Complexity
10:30 - 11:00

A high-level look at the tightening global immigration landscape. Newland Chase will explore how heightened enforcement and digital border systems impact your talent deployment timelines and compliance risk profile.

Networking Break
11:00 - 11:20

Grab a coffee, stretch your legs and carry on the conversation.

The Changing Tax Landscape
11:20 - 11:50

Practical insights from Grant Thornton into the latest cross-border tax legislation and risks. A focused look at how to protect your business and stay ahead of the compliance curve without stifling talent movement.

Corporate Insights: A View from the Inside
11:50 - 12:10

A candid look behind the curtain from one of our corporate members. No theory, just a 20-minute breakdown of real structural successes and actual failures within their mobility programme.

Roundtable Discussion: Scaling on Empty
12:10 - 13:00

How to meet rising business expectations without adding a single headcount. We will cut through the hype on AI adoption, tackle the frustration of fragmented data and discuss how to finally leave legacy processes behind.

Lunch
13:00 - 14:00

Time to step away from the formal agenda, eat some great food and build genuine relationships with new and old connections alike.

Technology as a Strategic Enabler
14:00 - 14:30

A practical look from EQUUS Software at how data, automation and technology are evolving to support mobility leaders, streamline complex processes and drive evidence-based decision making.

Corporate Insights: Leading Through Change
14:30 - 14:50

Another corporate member takes the floor to share their unvarnished programme realities, focusing on how they are adapting their operating model to meet modern mobility demands.

Roundtable Discussion: The Commercial Blind Spot
14:50 - 15:20

The commercial reality most mobility programmes miss. A focused debate on why teams struggle to engage stakeholders, how to step out of the operational weeds and what it takes to build real strategic influence within the wider business.

Networking Break
15:20 - 15:40

A quick breather before the final push of the day.

The Executive Hot Seat
15:40 - 16:20

Crowdsourcing rapid-fire solutions. Bring your toughest, most frustrating operational and strategic roadblocks to the table, and leverage the collective intelligence of the room to fix them.

Final Wrap Up
16:20 - 16:30

Pulling together the key takeaways, celebrating the wins of the day and closing out the formal proceedings.

Happy Hour Drinks and Networking
16:30 - 18:00

The bar is open. Time to unwind, grab a drink and celebrate a productive day with the Expat Academy network.

Testimonials

The Expat Academy US Huddle is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow Global Mobility specialists. It’s great to learn from one another, bond over shared challenges, and exchange ideas, especially in such a niche role. These sessions not only provide valuable insights but also help me expand my network and strengthen relationships within the industry.

Tybie Geleerd

The presentations were very informative, and the networking opportunity was incredible. Expat Academy events have the perfect blend of networking within Global Mobility, technical insight and meaningful roundtable discussions. I truly appreciate the effort that the team put into organizing the event, and I hope to see many more US events in the future!

Kaitlin Moore

Amazing session! Very relatable, tangible topics and discussions, with so many takeaways

Bianka Konczos-Budai

it is always great to meet colleagues in a safe space and learn from each other. Chris is a great host. Thank you!

Kati Corbin

Chris is an amazing engaging host who keeps the conversation light and flowing while finding constant ways to centralize the discussion around key mobility issues. It’s insightful to hear numerous different approaches to key problems that many companies of many different sizes and backgrounds face.

Mark Garceran

The expat academy huddles are fun, informative, and are a great place to meet other GM professionals to grow my network. My favorite part of the huddle is the roundtable as it provides access to realtime feedback and support!

Kaitlin Moore

Thank you for the opportunity ti engage with the GM community. -always a great learning experience.

Diana Ramirez

The Expat Academy NYC Roundtable was a worthwhile event that delivered on both content and connection. The discussions were relevant and well-facilitated, and the roundtable format made it easy to engage meaningfully with fellow professionals. I came away with valuable contacts and useful insights. A solid event I would recommend to others in the global mobility space.

Anamaria Savovic