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Global Mobility Forum: On Campus
The skills you need to take on tomorrow

2024 KPMG Global Mobility Forum

28 - 30 October 2024, Austin, Texas, USA

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Agenda: 2024 KPMG Global Mobility Services Forum

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  • Monday 28 October
  • Tuesday 29 October
  • Wednesday 30 October

Monday 28 October

  • 12:30 - 13:30

    Lunch

  • 13:30 - 15:45

    Plenary 1: Deep Fakes and Misinformation

    Robert (Bobby) Chesney is the Dean of the University of Texas Law School. A third-generation Texan who graduated magna cum laude from Harvard Law School, Chesney is a globally renowned authority on national security, counterterrorism, cybersecurity and disinformation. He’ll open this year’s Forum with a keynote focusing on deepfakes and disinformation. After his talk you will hear from KPMG leaders on how they view this topic form different business perspectives and you will have time to discuss the content with your peers and ask questions to our experts.

     

    • Image of Marc Burrows

      Marc Burrows

      Partner

      KPMG UK

    • Image of Robert M. Chesney

      Robert M. Chesney

      Chair in Law, Professor, Dean, School of Law

      John Jeffers Research

    • Image of Martha Klasing

      Martha Klasing

      Partner

      KPMG US

    • Image of Liz Washko

      Liz Washko

      Managing Shareholder

      Ogletree

    • Image of Stefano Moritsch

      Stefano Moritsch

      Director

      KPMG International

    • Image of Viktor Panchak

      Viktor Panchak

      Security Director, Partner

      International SOS

  • 15:45 - 16:00

    Break

  • 16:00 - 17:15

    Elective session group 1

    Sharpen your skills with this year’s Forum curriculum. In the true spirit of being on campus, explore our breakouts themed Humanities, Classics, and Design & Technology. See how these topics will be explored by reviewing the elective session program guide.

    A choice of one of the following:

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Humanities

      Employee experience: Don’t be short-sighted

      Cross-border employee moves involve more than just compensation and taxes. A positive employee experience also depends on minimizing the impact of the move on health care, social security and pensions, in both the short and especially the long term. The potential issues are extremely varied, depending on the jurisdiction. This seminar will explore how these areas can affect the employee experience and provide practical considerations and recommendations to mitigate the risks of adverse outcomes.

      • Image of Bob Rothery

        Bob Rothery

        Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Jonathan Turner

        Jonathan Turner

        Senior Manager

        KPMG US

      • Image of Alex Thornton

        Alex Thornton

        Partner

        KPMG UK

      • Image of Carolyn Chambers

        Carolyn Chambers

        Partner, Global Mobility Services

        KPMG South Africa

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Humanities

      Mobility job description of tomorrow

      The roles you have today: are they the roles you need for tomorrow? And do you and your team have the skills to get there? This course will discuss the skills and roles you have today, and what you anticipate you will need for tomorrow. We will also explore the experiences employees may want from Mobility in the future and the requirements Mobility teams need to manage those desired career experiences.

      • Image of Jamie Seymour

        Jamie Seymour

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Elisa Holland

        Elisa Holland

        Managing Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Tracy Paech

        Tracy Paech

        Director

        Bayer

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Classics

      Debate Club: Tax principles

      Residency vs. Source-based taxation: what’s the right approach?

      A change from Residency-based to Sourced-based taxation could represent one of the most significant changes to international tax rules and cooperation ever considered. Hearing what an alternate approach might mean for individuals, companies, and Global Mobility promises to provide fascinating insight. Don’t miss this lively debate between KPMG professionals as they bring their perspectives to this key question.

      • Image of Barbara Kinle

        Barbara Kinle

        Partner

        KPMG Singapore

      • Image of Brent Jackson

        Brent Jackson

        Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Christine Deveney

        Christine Deveney

        Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Fredrik Lundgren

        Fredrik Lundgren

        Partner

        KPMG Denmark

      • Image of Dan Hodgson

        Dan Hodgson

        Partner

        KPMG Australia

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Classics

      Sense & Sensibility: Annual regulatory update

      This seminar will explore governments’ regulatory and tax policy responses to the era of the flexible workforce. Global Mobility professionals from around the world will examine a range of topics: from the growing demand for transparency and fairness in the international tax system, to the digitization of tax reporting, and from the OECD’s worker Mobility and taxation workstream, to how companies are navigating the challenges that cross-border and remote work continue to present.

      • Image of John Seery

        John Seery

        Managing Director, Washington National Tax

        KPMG US

      • Image of Murray Sarelius

        Murray Sarelius

        Partner

        KPMG Singapore

      • Image of Martha Klasing

        Martha Klasing

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Daida  Hadzic

        Daida Hadzic

        Director

        KPMG US

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Design and Innovation

      Designing cross-border solutions

      The risks created by cross-border work are now widely understood, but securing a budget for a solution often remains a challenge. In this session, presenters will discuss the design principles used to develop fit-for-purpose solutions that mitigates compliance risks and adds value to the organization. We’ll share real-life examples of the innovative ways businesses are addressing this topic, from adapting existing technology to expanding offshore teams and implementing new solutions.

      • Image of Michelle Berners-Price

        Michelle Berners-Price

        Partner

        KPMG UK

      • Image of Ralph Kirchhof

        Ralph Kirchhof

        Head of Global Mobility

        UBS

      • Image of Amanda Ayotte

        Amanda Ayotte

        Head of Global Mobility

        Koch Industries

      • Image of Dave Mayes

        Dave Mayes

        Partner

        KPMG US

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Design and Innovation

      What gets measured gets done

      • Are we there yet?
      • Is our Mobility program making a positive impact on our wider company strategy?
      • What data sources will help us?

      In this session, we will explore how identifying data sources, defining key performance indicators, and setting up a measurement process can support strategy and transformation. In a panel discussion, we will learn how these principles have been applied in a real-life example of setting up a performance measurement system.

      • Image of Katherine Avery

        Katherine Avery

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Jenn Fontaine

        Jenn Fontaine

        Global Mobility Professional

        Gates Foundation

      • Image of Monika Martens-Fila

        Monika Martens-Fila

        GMS Transformation Senior Manager

        KPMG Hungary

      • Image of Dinesh  Sinniah

        Dinesh Sinniah

        Partner

        KPMG US

  • 17:15 - 18:00

    Break

  • 18:00 - 19:00

    Global Mobility Networking: Explore UT Campus

  • 19:00 - 22:00

    Welcome on Campus Dinner

Tuesday 29 October

  • 07:30 - 09:00

    Breakfast and welcome coffee

  • 09:00 - 10:15

    Elective session group 2

    Sharpen your skills with this year’s Forum curriculum. In the true spirit of being on campus, explore our breakouts themed Humanities, Classics, and Design & Technology. See how these topics will be explored by reviewing the elective session program guide.

    A choice of one of the following:

    • 09:00 - 10:15
      • Humanities

      Debate Club: Reward & executive pay

      • Is executive compensation “out of control”?
      • Will “skills-based” pay improve an organization?
      • Is pay transparency a “development for good”?

      Would you argue “yes” or “no” to these vital questions affecting executive reward today? Don’t miss this lively debate between KPMG professionals as they bring their perspectives to these key issues and the consequences, both intended and unintended, of the decisions companies take regarding executive pay.

      • Image of Paula Holmström

        Paula Holmström

        Partner

        KPMG Finland

      • Image of Bobby Berkowitz

        Bobby Berkowitz

        Managing Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Parmjit Sandhu

        Parmjit Sandhu

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Eric Myszka

        Eric Myszka

        Director

        KPMG US

    • 09:00 - 10:15
      • Humanities

      Non-traditional Mobility: Igniting your global workforce strategy

      Non-traditional Mobility arrangements are on the rise: cross-border roles, matrix organizations, remote/virtual assignments and more. This seminar will cover the employment structuring solutions that support the various forms of non-traditional Mobility arrangements. The presenters will share practical insights into how you can partner with the business and your corporate tax teams to stay ahead of talent demands and use Mobility as a strategic driver for business growth and the development of talent globally.

      • Image of Eric Gangey

        Eric Gangey

        Head of RWE Global Mobility Hub

        RWE

      • Image of Kshipra Thareja

        Kshipra Thareja

        Tax Principal - Work from Anywhere Leader

        KPMG US

      • Image of Demetra Marcantonio

        Demetra Marcantonio

        Director, Global Mobility Services

        KPMG UK

    • 09:00 - 10:15
      • Classics

      Of Mice and Men: The dream of a better life and the reality of immigration

      The course explores the dynamic and complex relationship between geopolitics, immigration, and mobility, focusing on how recent global events and policy changes influence immigration strategies and operations. Participants will engage with real-time scenarios to understand the implications of US election outcomes on immigration policies and the broader operational environment. The program emphasizes the necessity for immigration professionals to integrate geopolitical awareness into their practice, enhancing their ability to adapt to an ever-changing global landscape. Through interactive sessions, attendees will learn to develop contingency plans and strategic responses that align with current global trends and legislative changes.

      • Image of Rachel Paul

        Rachel Paul

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Graeme Black

        Graeme Black

        Partner

        KPMG Canada

      • Image of Stefano Moritsch

        Stefano Moritsch

        Director

        KPMG International

      • Image of James Plunkett

        James Plunkett

        Shareholder

        Ogletree Deakins

    • 09:00 - 10:15
      • Classics

      The Invisible Hand: Mobility economics — end-to-end cost control

      Your Mobility program can easily cost millions. Understanding your total program costs and their components supports you in making better, and more informed decisions. This seminar will help you understand the cost drivers in Mobility, consider how the demand for cost transparency and measurement of ROI can be met for your business stakeholders, and provide insight on how Mobility professionals can partner with the business to plan and execute international mobility more strategically.

      • Image of Matthias Wiemann

        Matthias Wiemann

        Senior Manager

        KPMG Germany

      • Image of Thomas Efkemann

        Thomas Efkemann

        Partner, Tax, Global Mobility Services

        KPMG Germany

      • Image of Cathryn Vose

        Cathryn Vose

        Head of International Mobility and Global Employment Tax

        Vodafone Group Services Ltd

    • 09:00 - 10:15
      • Design and Innovation

      Debate Club: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

      • AI vs. Human
      • How can AI transform the processes in your Global Mobility program?
      • Does AI present a threat to Global Mobility?

      Are we moving too quickly?How would you argue these questions? Join us for a debate where KPMG professionals from around the world will discuss the positive, and potentially negative impacts of AI on your workforce and organization.

      • Image of Andrew Vincett

        Andrew Vincett

        Partner

        KPMG Switzerland

      • Image of Steve Herlocker

        Steve Herlocker

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Anita Bhargava

        Anita Bhargava

        Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Simona Vasile

        Simona Vasile

        Tax and Legal Partner and Technology & Innovation Leader for Law

        KPMG Norway

      • Image of Robert Smith

        Robert Smith

        Managing Director, Global Mobility Services

        KPMG US

    • 09:00 - 10:15
      • Design and Innovation

      Managing global employment and Mobility taxes

      Global employment and Mobility taxes present a constantly changing landscape that can be difficult for employers to keep up. A governance framework can provide a clear and effective way to understand the global picture and manage the risk of costly errors. Join us as we walk through the steps involved in designing and implementing such a framework for employment and Mobility taxes and discuss the practical steps needed to maintain it.

      • Image of Roop Vohra

        Roop Vohra

        Partner

        KPMG UK

      • Image of John Montgomery

        John Montgomery

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Kristin Noble

        Kristin Noble

        Partner

        KPMG Canada

  • 10:15 - 10:45

    Break

  • 10:45 - 12:00

    Elective session group 3

    Sharpen your skills with this year’s Forum curriculum. In the true spirit of being on campus, explore our breakouts themed Humanities, Classics, and Design & Technology. See how these topics will be explored by reviewing the elective session program guide.

    A choice of one of the following:

    • 10:45 - 12:00
      • Humanities

      Debate Club: Reward & executive pay

      • Is executive compensation “out of control”?
      • Will “skills-based” pay improve an organization?
      • Is pay transparency a “development for good”?

      Would you argue “yes” or “no” to these vital questions affecting executive reward today? Don’t miss this lively debate between KPMG professionals as they bring their perspectives to these key issues and the consequences, both intended and unintended, of the decisions companies take regarding executive pay.

      • Image of Paula Holmström

        Paula Holmström

        Partner

        KPMG Finland

      • Image of Bobby Berkowitz

        Bobby Berkowitz

        Managing Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Parmjit Sandhu

        Parmjit Sandhu

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Eric Myszka

        Eric Myszka

        Director

        KPMG US

    • 10:45 - 12:00
      • Humanities

      Employee experience: Don’t be short-sighted

      Cross-border employee moves involve more than just compensation and taxes. A positive employee experience also depends on minimizing the impact of the move on health care, social security and pensions, in both the short and especially the long term. The potential issues are extremely varied, depending on the jurisdiction. This seminar will explore how these areas can affect the employee experience and provide practical considerations and recommendations to mitigate the risks of adverse outcomes.

      • Image of Bob Rothery

        Bob Rothery

        Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Jonathan Turner

        Jonathan Turner

        Senior Manager

        KPMG US

      • Image of Alex Thornton

        Alex Thornton

        Partner

        KPMG UK

      • Image of Carolyn Chambers

        Carolyn Chambers

        Partner, Global Mobility Services

        KPMG South Africa

    • 10:45 - 12:00
      • Humanities

      Mobility job description of tomorrow

      The roles you have today: are they the roles you need for tomorrow? And do you and your team have the skills to get there? This course will discuss the skills and roles you have today, and what you anticipate you will need for tomorrow. We will also explore the experiences employees may want from Mobility in the future and the requirements Mobility teams need to manage those desired career experiences.

      • Image of Jamie Seymour

        Jamie Seymour

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Elisa Holland

        Elisa Holland

        Managing Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Tracy Paech

        Tracy Paech

        Director

        Bayer

    • 10:45 - 12:00
      • Classics

      Sense & Sensibility: Annual regulatory update

      This seminar will explore governments’ regulatory and tax policy responses to the era of the flexible workforce. Global Mobility professionals from around the world will examine a range of topics: from the growing demand for transparency and fairness in the international tax system, to the digitization of tax reporting, and from the OECD’s worker Mobility and taxation workstream, to how companies are navigating the challenges that cross-border and remote work continue to present.

      • Image of John Seery

        John Seery

        Managing Director, Washington National Tax

        KPMG US

      • Image of Murray Sarelius

        Murray Sarelius

        Partner

        KPMG Singapore

      • Image of Martha Klasing

        Martha Klasing

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Daida  Hadzic

        Daida Hadzic

        Director

        KPMG US

    • 10:45 - 12:00
      • Design and Innovation

      Designing cross-border solutions

      The risks created by cross-border work are now widely understood, but securing a budget for a solution often remains a challenge. In this session, presenters will discuss the design principles used to develop fit-for-purpose solutions that mitigates compliance risks and adds value to the organization. We’ll share real-life examples of the innovative ways businesses are addressing this topic, from adapting existing technology to expanding offshore teams and implementing new solutions.

      • Image of Michelle Berners-Price

        Michelle Berners-Price

        Partner

        KPMG UK

      • Image of Ralph Kirchhof

        Ralph Kirchhof

        Head of Global Mobility

        UBS

      • Image of Amanda Ayotte

        Amanda Ayotte

        Head of Global Mobility

        Koch Industries

      • Image of Dave Mayes

        Dave Mayes

        Partner

        KPMG US

    • 10:45 - 12:00
      • Design and Innovation

      What gets measured gets done

      Are we there yet? Is our mobility program making a positive impact on our wider company strategy? What data sources will help us? In this session, we will explore how identifying data sources, defining key performance indicators, and setting up a measurement process can support strategy and transformation. In a panel discussion, we will learn how these principles have been applied in a real-life example of setting up a performance measurement system.​

      • Image of Katherine Avery

        Katherine Avery

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Jenn Fontaine

        Jenn Fontaine

        Global Mobility Professional

        Gates Foundation

      • Image of Monika Martens-Fila

        Monika Martens-Fila

        GMS Transformation Senior Manager

        KPMG Hungary

      • Image of Dinesh  Sinniah

        Dinesh Sinniah

        Partner

        KPMG US

  • 12:00 - 13:30

    Lunch

  • 13:30 - 15:30

    Plenary 2: Microwins: Staying in the Deep End

    Daron K. Roberts will deliver an inspiring and actionable keynote to help drive meaningful outcomes. As a leadership keynote speaker, Harvard Law grad, former NFL coach and award-winning professor, Daron blends stories from his NFL career with research and real-world experiences to propel your team towards purpose and growth.

     

    • Image of Marc Burrows

      Marc Burrows

      Partner

      KPMG UK

    • Image of Daron K. Roberts

      Daron K. Roberts

      Harvard Law grad, NFL coach and angel investor

  • 15:30 - 16:00

    Break

  • 16:00 - 17:15

    Elective session group 4

    Sharpen your skills with this year’s Forum curriculum. In the true spirit of being on campus, explore our breakouts themed Humanities, Classics, and Design & Technology. See how these topics will be explored by reviewing the elective session program guide.

    A choice of one of the following:

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Humanities

      Non-traditional Mobility: Igniting your global workforce strategy

      Non-traditional Mobility arrangements are on the rise: cross-border roles, matrix organizations, remote/virtual assignments and more. This seminar will cover the employment structuring solutions that support the various forms of non-traditional Mobility arrangements. The presenters will share practical insights into how you can partner with the business and your corporate tax teams to stay ahead of talent demands and use Mobility as a strategic driver for business growth and the development of talent globally.

      • Image of Eric Gangey

        Eric Gangey

        Head of RWE Global Mobility Hub

        RWE

      • Image of Kshipra Thareja

        Kshipra Thareja

        Tax Principal - Work from Anywhere Leader

        KPMG US

      • Image of Demetra Marcantonio

        Demetra Marcantonio

        Director, Global Mobility Services

        KPMG UK

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Classics

      Debate Club: Tax principles

      Residency vs. Source-based taxation: what’s the right approach?

      A change from Residency-based to Sourced-based taxation could represent one of the most significant changes to international tax rules and cooperation ever considered. Hearing what an alternate approach might mean for individuals, companies, and Global Mobility promises to provide fascinating insight. Don’t miss this lively debate between KPMG professionals as they bring their perspectives to this key question.

      • Image of Barbara Kinle

        Barbara Kinle

        Partner

        KPMG Singapore

      • Image of Brent Jackson

        Brent Jackson

        Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Christine Deveney

        Christine Deveney

        Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Fredrik Lundgren

        Fredrik Lundgren

        Partner

        KPMG Denmark

      • Image of Dan Hodgson

        Dan Hodgson

        Partner

        KPMG Australia

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Classics

      Of Mice and Men: The dream of a better life and the reality of immigration

      The course explores the dynamic and complex relationship between geopolitics, immigration, and mobility, focusing on how recent global events and policy changes influence immigration strategies and operations. Participants will engage with real-time scenarios to understand the implications of US election outcomes on immigration policies and the broader operational environment. The program emphasizes the necessity for immigration professionals to integrate geopolitical awareness into their practice, enhancing their ability to adapt to an ever-changing global landscape. Through interactive sessions, attendees will learn to develop contingency plans and strategic responses that align with current global trends and legislative changes.

      • Image of Rachel Paul

        Rachel Paul

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Graeme Black

        Graeme Black

        Partner

        KPMG Canada

      • Image of Stefano Moritsch

        Stefano Moritsch

        Director

        KPMG International

      • Image of James Plunkett

        James Plunkett

        Shareholder

        Ogletree Deakins

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Classics

      The Invisible Hand: Mobility economics — end-to-end cost control

      Your Mobility program can easily cost millions. Understanding your total program costs and their components supports you in making better, and more informed decisions. This seminar will help you understand the cost drivers in Mobility, consider how the demand for cost transparency and measurement of ROI can be met for your business stakeholders, and provide insight on how Mobility professionals can partner with the business to plan and execute international mobility more strategically.

      • Image of Matthias Wiemann

        Matthias Wiemann

        Senior Manager

        KPMG Germany

      • Image of Thomas Efkemann

        Thomas Efkemann

        Partner, Tax, Global Mobility Services

        KPMG Germany

      • Image of Cathryn Vose

        Cathryn Vose

        Head of International Mobility and Global Employment Tax

        Vodafone Group Services Ltd

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Design and Innovation

      Managing global employment and Mobility taxes

      Global employment and Mobility taxes present a constantly changing landscape that can be difficult for employers to keep up. A governance framework can provide a clear and effective way to understand the global picture and manage the risk of costly errors. Join us as we walk through the steps involved in designing and implementing such a framework for employment and Mobility taxes and discuss the practical steps needed to maintain it.

      • Image of Roop Vohra

        Roop Vohra

        Partner

        KPMG UK

      • Image of John Montgomery

        John Montgomery

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Kristin Noble

        Kristin Noble

        Partner

        KPMG Canada

    • 16:00 - 17:15
      • Design and Innovation

      What gets measured gets done

      • Are we there yet?
      • Is our Mobility program making a positive impact on our wider company strategy?
      • What data sources will help us?

      In this session, we will explore how identifying data sources, defining key performance indicators, and setting up a measurement process can support strategy and transformation. In a panel discussion, we will learn how these principles have been applied in a real-life example of setting up a performance measurement system.

      • Image of Katherine Avery

        Katherine Avery

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Jenn Fontaine

        Jenn Fontaine

        Global Mobility Professional

        Gates Foundation

      • Image of Monika Martens-Fila

        Monika Martens-Fila

        GMS Transformation Senior Manager

        KPMG Hungary

      • Image of Dinesh  Sinniah

        Dinesh Sinniah

        Partner

        KPMG US

  • 19:00 - 22:00

    A taste of Austin: Off Campus Forum Dinner

    Join us at the “Fair Market” an iconic Quonset Hut (originally a major Austin publisher and printers) to experience the vibrant spirit of “old Austin”. Starting at 18:30, coaches will depart from the courtyard located between the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center and the Rowling Hall Building.

    Shuttles will run throughout the evening back to the AT&T Hotel with the last coach departing at 23:45.

Wednesday 30 October

  • 07:30 - 09:30

    Breakfast and welcome coffee

  • 09:30 - 10:00

    Talent of Tomorrow Panel

    Hear from a panel of next generation talent and KPMG Leaders about the workforce of the future. We’ll explore their expectations, what employers will need to understand, and how we can all successfully operate within a multigenerational workforce.

     

    • Image of Vivian Yang

      Vivian Yang

    • Image of Gus Juneau

      Gus Juneau

      Partner

      KPMG US

    • Image of Gretchen Wilkinson

      Gretchen Wilkinson

      Partner

      KPMG US

    • Image of Tayla Glass

      Tayla Glass

    • Image of Nina Ralsky

      Nina Ralsky

    • Image of Jake Richards

      Jake Richards

    • Image of Leonard Keelen Jr.

      Leonard Keelen Jr.

      Student

      Texas State University

  • 10:00 - 10:15

    Break

  • 10:15 - 11:30

    Elective session group 5

    Sharpen your skills with this year’s Forum curriculum. In the true spirit of being on campus, explore our breakouts themed Humanities, Classics, and Design & Technology. See how these topics will be explored by reviewing the elective session program guide.

    A choice of one of the following:

    • 10:15 - 11:30
      • Humanities

      Employee experience: Don’t be short-sighted

      Cross-border employee moves involve more than just compensation and taxes. A positive employee experience also depends on minimizing the impact of the move on health care, social security and pensions, in both the short and especially the long term. The potential issues are extremely varied, depending on the jurisdiction. This seminar will explore how these areas can affect the employee experience and provide practical considerations and recommendations to mitigate the risks of adverse outcomes.

      • Image of Bob Rothery

        Bob Rothery

        Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Jonathan Turner

        Jonathan Turner

        Senior Manager

        KPMG US

      • Image of Alex Thornton

        Alex Thornton

        Partner

        KPMG UK

      • Image of Carolyn Chambers

        Carolyn Chambers

        Partner, Global Mobility Services

        KPMG South Africa

    • 10:15 - 11:30
      • Humanities

      Mobility job description of tomorrow

      The roles you have today: are they the roles you need for tomorrow? And do you and your team have the skills to get there? This course will discuss the skills and roles you have today, and what you anticipate you will need for tomorrow. We will also explore the experiences employees may want from Mobility in the future and the requirements Mobility teams need to manage those desired career experiences.

      • Image of Jamie Seymour

        Jamie Seymour

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Elisa Holland

        Elisa Holland

        Managing Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Tracy Paech

        Tracy Paech

        Director

        Bayer

    • 10:15 - 11:30
      • Classics

      Of Mice and Men: The dream of a better life and the reality of immigration

      The course explores the dynamic and complex relationship between geopolitics, immigration, and mobility, focusing on how recent global events and policy changes influence immigration strategies and operations. Participants will engage with real-time scenarios to understand the implications of US election outcomes on immigration policies and the broader operational environment. The program emphasizes the necessity for immigration professionals to integrate geopolitical awareness into their practice, enhancing their ability to adapt to an ever-changing global landscape. Through interactive sessions, attendees will learn to develop contingency plans and strategic responses that align with current global trends and legislative changes.

      • Image of Rachel Paul

        Rachel Paul

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Graeme Black

        Graeme Black

        Partner

        KPMG Canada

      • Image of Stefano Moritsch

        Stefano Moritsch

        Director

        KPMG International

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        James Plunkett

        Shareholder

        Ogletree Deakins

    • 10:15 - 11:30
      • Classics

      Sense & Sensibility: Annual regulatory update

      This seminar will explore governments’ regulatory and tax policy responses to the era of the flexible workforce. Global Mobility professionals from around the world will examine a range of topics: from the growing demand for transparency and fairness in the international tax system, to the digitization of tax reporting, and from the OECD’s worker Mobility and taxation workstream, to how companies are navigating the challenges that cross-border and remote work continue to present.

      • Image of John Seery

        John Seery

        Managing Director, Washington National Tax

        KPMG US

      • Image of Murray Sarelius

        Murray Sarelius

        Partner

        KPMG Singapore

      • Image of Martha Klasing

        Martha Klasing

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Daida  Hadzic

        Daida Hadzic

        Director

        KPMG US

    • 10:15 - 11:30
      • Design and Innovation

      Debate Club: Artificial Intelligence (AI)

      • AI vs. Human
      • How can AI transform the processes in your Global Mobility program?
      • Does AI present a threat to Global Mobility?

      Are we moving too quickly?How would you argue these questions? Join us for a debate where KPMG professionals from around the world will discuss the positive, and potentially negative impacts of AI on your workforce and organization.

      • Image of Andrew Vincett

        Andrew Vincett

        Partner

        KPMG Switzerland

      • Image of Steve Herlocker

        Steve Herlocker

        Partner

        KPMG US

      • Image of Anita Bhargava

        Anita Bhargava

        Director

        KPMG US

      • Image of Simona Vasile

        Simona Vasile

        Tax and Legal Partner and Technology & Innovation Leader for Law

        KPMG Norway

      • Image of Robert Smith

        Robert Smith

        Managing Director, Global Mobility Services

        KPMG US

    • 10:15 - 11:30
      • Design and Innovation

      Designing cross-border solutions

      The risks created by cross-border work are now widely understood, but securing a budget for a solution often remains a challenge. In this session, presenters will discuss the design principles used to develop fit-for-purpose solutions that mitigates compliance risks and adds value to the organization. We’ll share real-life examples of the innovative ways businesses are addressing this topic, from adapting existing technology to expanding offshore teams and implementing new solutions.

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        Michelle Berners-Price

        Partner

        KPMG UK

      • Image of Ralph Kirchhof

        Ralph Kirchhof

        Head of Global Mobility

        UBS

      • Image of Amanda Ayotte

        Amanda Ayotte

        Head of Global Mobility

        Koch Industries

      • Image of Dave Mayes

        Dave Mayes

        Partner

        KPMG US

  • 11:30 - 12:00

    Break

  • 12:00 - 13:30

    Plenary 3: Why we laugh

    We’ve all heard the old adage “Laughter is the best medicine.” In today’s times, it couldn’t be more important. Do you know why we laugh? In our final plenary, Sophie Scott, Neuroscientist and Professor at University College London, is a leading researcher in the science of laughing. Explore why this nonverbal form of communication is more important than we believe.

     

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      Marc Burrows

      Partner

      KPMG UK

    • Image of Sophie Scott

      Sophie Scott

      Deputy Director of the Institute for Cognitive Neuroscience, Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience

      University College, London

  • 13:30 - 14:30

    Lunch

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