Giovanni De Carlo started his career in the aviation industry, where he worked for nearly 20 years in various roles. He has lived and worked in the U.K., Austria, Spain, Geneva and Zurich while managing business across Europe and Northern Africa. Giovanni has mainly been acting as an executive in commercial and general management functions, which allowed him to gain vast experience in managing people in multicultural and rapidly changing environments. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Applied Sciences in Zurich and an MBA from the Danube University of Krems in Austria. As Business Development Director for Crown since 2005, he continuously expands his know-how by suggesting global mobility solutions for multinational companies and closely follows industry […]

With over 12 years of experience in global mobility, Madalina Andrei has established herself as a dynamic leader in designing and implementing strategies that align organizational goals with employee well-being. Her expertise spans global mobility strategy, compliance, policy development, operational efficiency, and intercultural training, making her a trusted advisor in the industry. Currently serving as Global Mobility Lead at Finastra, Madalina enhances mobility programs by improving policies, optimizing processes, and ensuring seamless transitions for international assignees. Her collaborative approach, combined with a deep understanding of immigration, tax, and cultural considerations, ensures both compliance and an exceptional employee experience. Madalina has held pivotal roles at organizations such as xpath.global and Nestlers Group, where she managed partnerships, developed vendor databases, and provided […]

I had a chance to interview Katerina Fagetti, Global Mobility Leader at LGT, on the #RedCouchTalk and would like to share the interview with you. Katerina Fagetti is an experienced #GlobalMobilityManager her journey took her through different industries and various countries and she ended up working as a “one-woman-show”. As a graduate of the #MasterCourse in HR Global Mobility at Erasmus University, Rotterdam (fully remote course), we delve into education and how you can best learn to become a Global Mobility Manager. We conclude that the 70:20:10 model applies here: 1) Learn about the cases by doing and supporting them in-house first. (A Big Four or HR background can be helpful.) 2) Build and maintain a professional network in the […]

Since 2008, Patti McCarthy has been helping individuals and businesses navigate the challenges of cultural differences, enabling them to see the bigger picture. As the founder of Cultural Chemistry, Patti draws inspiration from her curiosity about human interactions—why some connections form effortlessly while others clash or even combust. Patti focuses on uncovering cultural blind spots that often lead to poor employee and customer engagement, missed sales opportunities, and strained professional relationships. These blind spots can hinder recognizing people’s potential, building rapport, establishing trust, and maintaining a positive working environment. Her expertise is particularly critical in management, global teams, sales, HR, and mergers & acquisitions. With her tailored programs, Patti empowers international businesspeople and expatriates to overcome cultural naivety, which can […]

Maggie Williams began her career in the NHS, working as an Anaesthetic and Emergency Practitioner, where she gained invaluable experience in high-pressure environments and developed a deep understanding of patient care and safety. Transitioning into operational management, Maggie quickly honed her leadership skills, overseeing complex systems and teams to improve efficiency and outcomes. In 2017, Maggie boldly moved to Portugal with her family, embarking on a new chapter in her career in global mobility. She successfully leveraged her extensive healthcare and operational management background, transferring her skills into a new industry. Since then, Maggie has been with BiCortex Languages and Translations, where she currently leads day-to-day operations and focuses on business expansion, client development, and operational growth. A natural leader, […]