APAC Singapore Network Huddle
From: Nov 12, 2025 @ 9:30 AM
To: Nov 12, 2025 @ 5:00 PM
Timezone: UTC +08:00
Location: Singapore
Address: Raffles Hotel, 1 Beach Rd, Singapore 189673
Huddles are a member-only day for our Networks to get together and discuss current hot topics, share challenges and solutions and gain an understanding of broader market practice.
The local time of the event is 09:30 - 17:00 SGT
Why you should attend
The day promises to be a great opportunity for the Expat Academy APAC community to get together, in person, and be inspired and informed. There will be the opportunity to engage in discussion on all things GM related whilst listen and learn from the technical experts. We look forward to seeing you all there.
The day is an opportunity to meet with other Global Mobility professionals and listen and learn from each other, the Expat Academy team and the expertise of our technical partners.
Who should attend
Members of the Expat Academy APAC Network
If you are not a member and wish to join us please contact Laura@expat-academy.com
Agenda
Day 1
Registration & Breakfast
09:30 - 10:00
Come on in, grab some breakfast and a drink. Time to say hello to everyone and get ready for the day ahead.
Welcome and Introductions
10:00 - 10:15
The Expat Academy team will kick things off with a warm welcome and a quick intro. We'll set the stage for an open, collaborative day where you can speak your mind and get real value.
Huddle Discussion: Regional Challenges & Real Talk
10:15 - 11:00
This is your chance to get stuck in and tackle the real issues. We've set out the big challenges below, and you and your roundtable can choose which ones matter most to you. Forget the jargon—what’s really on your plate? Let’s get to the root of these issues together:
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Navigating complex, ever-changing immigration policies across multiple APAC jurisdictions.
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Addressing the rising cost of living in key cities and what it means for compensation and benefit approaches.
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Managing hybrid, remote work and business traveller policies and how to ensure compliance.
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Tackling the challenges of cost efficiency, increasing employee expectations and business demands
Global mobility Tax Update
11:00 - 11:30
Our sponsors Vialto Partners (SEA) will provide a concise and practical tax update for South East Asia and broader global trends.
Get the key information you need for you and your organisation
Networking Break
11:30 - 12:00
Time for refreshments and a chance to continue your discussions.
Immigration Update
12:00 - 12:30
Our partners at Newland Chase CIBT will share their expert insights on the latest immigration developments and what they mean for your work in the APAC region.
Live Pulse Check
12:30 - 12:45
This is your chance to get your voice heard. We'll fire off some quick questions to get a live, real-time read on the issues that matter to everyone in the room. No holding back.
Corporate Insight
12:45 - 13:00
A member of our corporate community will give us a focused update on their Global Mobility function and what's working for them. This is a crucial session to hear first-hand what's working, what isn't, and to realise that the challenges we face are shared. You're not alone.
Lunch & Networking
13:00 - 14:00
An opportunity to connect with your peers over lunch and build valuable relationships.
Huddle Discussion: Global Mobility's Identity Crisis
14:00 - 14:45
Let's tackle a fundamental question head-on: is Global Mobility facing an identity crisis? We'll explore why GM's purpose and role can be unclear within an organisation, where it should report and how this impacts alignment with key stakeholders.
How do you know if your mobility program is THRIVE-ing?
14:45 - 15:15
Global Mobility is undergoing fundamental disruption, from AI adoption and rising regulatory complexity to shifting employee expectations, cost pressures, and evolving business needs. Traditional measures like efficiency, compliance, and cost control no longer capture mobility’s full impact.
To stay relevant, mobility needs a new lens: THRIVE — a framework for measuring impact that goes beyond logistics and ROI. In this session, AIRINC will discuss how to:
- Move beyond tactical metrics to demonstrate strategic value
- Refocus on outcomes that benefit the business, employees, and mobility teams
- Apply the THRIVE framework to define what success looks like today
Networking Break
15:15 - 15:45
An opportunity for refreshments and further conversations.
Corporate Insight
15:45 - 16:00
Time to hear from another member of our corporate community will provide an update on their recent projects and key learnings
Workplace Challenges Exchange
16:00 - 16:20
This is a dedicated time to bring any specific workplace challenges to the group. Get practical, honest advice from the experts in the room.
Expat Academy Updates & Closing
16:20 - 16:30
The Expat Academy team will wrap up the day with final points and a summary of the discussions.
Networking Drinks
16:30 - 18:00
The official agenda has ended, but the conversations continue. Join us for a final networking session with drinks and canapés.