My Red Couch Talk with Karin Verheijen

Posted on February 25, 2026February 25, 2026 by Angie Weinberger

Karin Verheijen is a mathematician turned Global Mobility powerhouse. As a partner at Exactio AG, she brings a unique blend of precision and “Human Touch” to the complex world of international tax and compliance. In our talk, Karin shares her transition from a technical career in Belgium to becoming a cross-border commuter in France and eventually a business leader in Switzerland.

We explore why “Global Mobility” is more than just paperwork—it is a field built on long-term relationships, risk-taking, and the courage to co-found a business when the world feels uncertain.

✨ The Mathematical Mindset: How a background in math and accounting creates a solid foundation for navigating Swiss compliance.

✨ The “Syngenta” Spark: Karin’s story of a 4-month assignment that turned into a permanent relocation and a senior leadership career.

✨ Women in Leadership: Karin’s insights on the challenges women face in Global Mobility and how she actively supports the next generation of female leaders.

✨ AI vs. Technical Expertise: Why HR professionals still need a “hands-on” technical understanding of mobility, even in an era of AI and outsourcing.

✨ Swiss Property Legislation: A teaser for the upcoming changes to Swiss property tax (Eigenmietwert) and why mobility managers need to pay attention.

🎥 Watch the full talk here: