PODCAST / 16 May 2024

mobility matters, s3 e2: the journey to flexible mobility

I am delighted to share with you our latest Mobility Matters episode, “The Journey to Flexible Mobility,” with special guest, Alex von Springer, US Policy Adviser, Shell. Having partnered with Cartus to develop the US domestic core/flex policy for Shell less than a year ago, Alex shares her own flex mobility journey. Joining us for the conversation was our very own Lisa Johnson, Director, Global DEI Solutions, who provided her own “flex-pertise” on the subject.

According to our latest Cartus research, 65% have seen an increasing demand for greater flexibility in their programs, primarily due to evolving employee needs and expectations. So, in today’s discussion, we address a number of hurdles that may be preventing folks from implementing such a policy, namely the biggest question we get, “Where do I begin?” We also discuss the challenges faced by companies that have already embraced a flexible policy, including how to ensure it continues to meet assignee requirements.

No matter where you are in your flex journey, this is a conversation you’ll want to join. Enjoy!

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our guests

Alex von Springer

Alex joined Shell in 2017 and has held a variety of HR generalist roles, primarily supporting downstream manufacturing sites. As a part of her current role as US HR Policy Advisor, she is responsible for management of the US Domestic Relocation Program. Alex recently led a project to modernize the suite of policies within the Shell US Domestic Relocation Program, including the transition of some policies to a core/flex delivery model. Alex has a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Master of Business Administration from Louisiana State University (LSU). In her free time, she enjoys cooking, being active with her rescue dog, “Shep,” spending time with friends and family, and cheering on LSU at any and all NCAA sporting events… GEAUX TIGERS!

Lisa Johnson

Lisa is Director, Global Consulting, Cartus and leads the team in the EMEA and APAC regions. Among her many achievements, including conducting some of the industry’s earliest research initiatives on the topics of Mobility ROI and Inclusive Mobility, this year Lisa was named one of the top 50 corporate professionals in DEI by the OnCon Icon Awards. She also holds both of the Worldwide ERC®’s Meritorious and Distinguished Service Awards and is an active member of SHRM. Lisa was born in Japan, is based in New York, and has lived and worked in Central America, Spain, and Ireland.

our host

Andy Conduit-Turner

Andy has performed a number of roles throughout his global mobility career with Cartus, which followed his own time living and working internationally. After building his skills in both account management and transformation projects, when asked to describe his role today as Director, Sustainable Growth Enablement, Andy’s one word response is, “Questions.” Specifically answering the questions that our partners and the broader mobility community have for us, and asking our own in order to move our innovations in the direction that best serves our clients, as well helping to support the long-term, sustainable growth of our solutions.