Session Schedule

10:15 – 11:15 am         Concurrent Sessions A     (Choose One)

How We Moved People When the World Shut Down - Immigration Best Practices

How We Moved People When the World Shut Down - Immigration Best Practices

Lauren Urreiztieta, Global Manager, Oceaneering
Jason Rogers, VP Senior Global Immigration Counsel, CIBT

Covid-19 brought the world to a screeching halt. For most of us, it ushered in a new human experience of remote work, social distancing and zoom meetings. But what about the businesses that could not stop and work from home?

Join this practical discussion to hear the strategies and tools companies used to navigate the ever-changing immigration landscape so they could continue to deploy people when the world shut down.

What are successful global companies doing to create DE+I strategies that are inclusive of cultural differences?

What are successful global companies doing to create DE+I strategies that are inclusive of cultural differences?

Lisa Johnson, Director Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Solutions, Cartus

Get to know regional and local variations within global DE+I strategies.

Today it is more critical than ever to attract, retain and engage talent that reflect diverse customers and markets worldwide. A successful culturally diverse population requires employees with a global mindset, Inclusive teams and leaders, and a culture that embraces global and local diversity.

Utilizing Data Analytics to Tell Your HR Story

Utilizing Data Analytics to Tell Your HR Story

Kevin Lennox, Senior Director Total Rewards and HR Operations, Shermco Industries

Thanks to the Digital Revolution, it is now easier for HR organizations to make workforce decisions based on data. However, using that data to create your intended impact can be confusing.

Join this session to learn the importance of leveraging your organization’s data to create a well-crafted narrative that adds strategic value in support of your HR strategy.

2:45 – 3:45 pm          Concurrent Sessions B     (Choose One)

Digital Nomads and Remote Workers – Corporate Risks and how to manage the Remote Work Approval Process

Digital Nomads and Remote Workers – Corporate Risks and how to manage the Remote Work Approval Process

Mark Tirpak, Managing Director, Global Tax Network
Jen Stein, Managing Director, Global Tax Network

We all know working remotely is here to stay!

Join this informative and insightful look into how to manage the inherent risks arising when offering employees the option and the ability to work anywhere.

So You Expanded Your Benefits Program Globally - Now What?

So You Expanded Your Benefits Program Globally - Now What?

Dennis Fox, Global Director Total Rewards, Dragos Inc.

As U.S. companies continue to expand globally, benefits programs for their international workforce grow in importance and bring new challenges – delivering benefits in diverse environments and cultures, offering competitive benefits programs to help retain employees, controlling costs and streamlining administration.

Gain practical insight into this fascinating topic from an engaging speaker who has seen it all!

How to Have Challenging Conversations about the DEI Agenda

How to Have Challenging Conversations about the DEI Agenda

Shanta Eaden, Founder & CEO, Leaders Edge Consulting

Embedding your DEI agenda into your daily business life can be challenging. Translating the strategy for frontline managers in a meaningful way is difficult. Join this practical and engaging sessions on how to have those challenging conversations to create better alignment.

SHRM Global - J-1 Visas

SHRM Global - J-1 Visas

SHRM Global

4:00 – 5:00 pm         Concurrent Sessions C     (Choose One)

Global Recruitment Challenges - Life After the Great Re-Evaluation

Global Recruitment Challenges - Life After the Great Re-Evaluation

Jason Munoz, Senior Vice President Global Accounts, Cielo

The Great Resignation is so last year! The emerging challenge is attracting new talent who are looking for more from their work than higher pay, promotions, or perks. Workers are seeking employment that provides them with purpose, quality of life and reinforces their self-worth in today’s world.

Gain valuable insights into this challenging topic from a unique speaker who has extensive experience of both the corporate and external recruitment worlds.

Leveraging Technology to Support the Workforce Revolution

Leveraging Technology to Support the Workforce Revolution

Tom Richardson, Director of Solutions Consulting, EQUUS
Rebecca Stephens, CRP, GMS, Director Indeed Mobility, Indeed

As the needs of the global workforce continue to evolve post pandemic, technology is evolving in tandem.

Learn about tools and techniques that will help sustain a global remote workforce by leveraging technology the right way.

A Case Study for Costa Rica: How to Hire Quickly and Compliantly

A Case Study for Costa Rica: How to Hire Quickly and Compliantly

Stacie Groce, Vice President, International Development, Global Expansion
Trae Miller, Director Global Mobility, Amentum

Learn how Amentum, a leading contractor to the U.S. federal government and select allied national governments, had to leverage Global Expansion, a Professional Employment Organization (POE), to quickly deploy critical talent within 90 days into Costa Rica where infrastructure was lacking.