b"VOX POPFAHLMAN-SMITH:I really do see the global mobility profes-sion being a strategic partner with the organization in which I'm employed. Global mobility has always been a part of the work we THE RELOCATIONdo in the postsecondary education world, and it's very important now as Canadian universities look to hold their spot on the PROFESSIONALS international landscape and hire international people. Our value comes from being an expert in global mobility practices and a strategic partner in recruiting outstanding senior administrators, faculty and staff on a local, national and international level.HOUCK:Global mobility continues to gain status and value in any organization with a mobile population, specifically in light of the great resignation. Today, the talent attraction and retention pieces have to be factored into every pillar of the organization right across the board, and a robust global mobility program is a key lever that organizations can use to demonstrate their commitment to employees.One thing I've always loved about global mobility is that we have a unique place in the organization. We're in a position to work with and influence so many levels of the business and our service JAMES EGAN KATHARINEpartners. Those collaborations and communications are hugely Senior Counsel, FAHLMAN-SMITH important right now, which makes us increasingly valuable toPeople AdvisoryDirector, Academicour organizations.Services, EY Law LLP |Recruitment andPROVENCHER:Its always been important to have mobility Global Immigration Immigration Officeprofessionals for a worldwide organization like Ubisoft. Our of the Vice-Provost,biggest value is ensuring the company remains compliant with Faculty Relations, University ofimmigration law. We do our work in due form, preventing issues Saskatchewan of compliance before they arise and being ready in case ofan audit. JEFF HOUCK ISABELLE Director, Global Mobility,PROVENCHERMcCain Foods International Mobility Manager, Ubisoft Entertainment Inc.like requests to work from anywhere or having a hybrid and flex-ible work policy. Today global mobility professionals are involved more than ever in discussions with management and recruitment to develop strategies and programs aligned with company objectives that will help the organization attract and retain top talent. How do you see the value of the global mobility profession to your organization's future?EGAN:Our value is, and will continue to be, helping companies navigate a new landscape. That landscape is much more varied and challenging, but it's also exciting. We're going into new locations in bigger ways than we have in the past. We are the ones that organiza-tions will rely on to find balance amid all these various obstaclesand opportunities. Fall 2022PERSPECTIVES19"