On Thursday 21 November, the winners of this year’s FEM EMEA EMMAs were announced at a glittering Gala Dinner at the riverside InterContinental O2, London.
FEM celebrated its 11-year and hosted an awards ceremony in a room that was brimming with global mobility talent.
The awards for Global Mobility and HR professionals were judged by a panel of independent experts, who commented on the number of new entries and the quality of innovation and fresh ideas in this region. Here we announce who won and include some of what the judges had to say.
The winners of the FEM EMEA EMMAs 2019 are...
Corporate Awards
Best Redesign of Global Mobility Strategy
Winner: FIS
The judges commented:
“FIS delivers a sound example of a restructuring and globalization of the mobility function with great focus on career mobility.”
Best ROI or Cost-effectiveness Strategy in a Global Mobility Program
Sponsored by Clearmove
Winner: A.T. Kearney
The judges commented:
“This is a winner! AT Kearney have been through an impressive journey and demonstrate convincingly how to meet business strategy while maintaining cost efficiency.”
Highly Commended:
- CGI
Best Talent Mobility Strategy
Winner: Schneider Electric
The judges commented:
“Schneider Electric showed that a GM program can be re-designed and can include all the hot topics the business is asking for. I think it’s the best in class Global Mobility Program of 2019!”
Global Mobility Team of the Year (Medium Program)
Sponsored by ECA International
Winner: Mott MacDonald
The judges commented:
“The Mott MacDonald team have had a huge journey and have had made some remarkable achievements. An exciting transformation.”
Highly Commended:
- A.T. Kearney
- Schneider Electric
Global Mobility Team of the Year (Large Program)
Sponsored by Fragomen
Winner: CGI
The judges commented:
“CGI shows a good analysis of the strategic requirements of the business and a strong innovative approach to find a solution.”
Service Provider Awards
Corporate Housing Provider of the Year
Winner: SilverDoor Apartments
The judges commented:
“SilverDoor Apartments shows that simple but effective innovations can have great impact.”
Highly Commended:
- Cheval Collection
- Vision Apartments
Destination Services Provider of the Year
Winner: Santa Fe Relocation
The judges commented:
“Santa Fe are continuing to develop and strengthen their presence in the DSP space, providing global coverage and leveraging technology to enhance the customer experience.”
Highly Commended:
- Chamness Worldwide
- Icon Relocation
Employee Benefits and Services Provider of the Year
Winner: NetExpat
The judges commented:
“NetExpat’s entry is really impressive, providing really important support to expats and their spouses! Very interesting mobile app available for relocating partners.”
Highly Commended:
- Tampere University, Finland - Hidden Gems
- Utmost Worldwide Solutions
Expatriate Banking and Financial Services Innovation of the Year
Winner: HSBC Expat
The judges commented:
“With an incredibly robust offering, HSBC Expat uses innovative tech across a broad spectrum to deliver value for their clients.”
Highly Commended:
- Atlas Wealth Management
- Cambridge Global Payments
Immigration Provider of the Year
This year, there were joint winners:
EY & Fragomen
The judges commented on EY:
“EY provides integrated support for GM on a strategic, tactical and operational level. They also look at the bigger picture with global coverage and local expertise – all in one.”
The judges commented on Fragomen:
“Fragomen has shown that they truly are leaders in the field of immigration, with their investment in technology, and global coverage which allows them to provide unparalleled service.”
Highly Commended:
- Newland Chase
International Healthcare and Risk Management Provider of the Year
Winner: International SOS
The judges commented:
“Clear strategy to continue to predict, and meet, current and future needs has put International SOS ahead of the game.”
International Moving Company of the Year
Winner: Pickfords Move Management
The judges commented:
“Pickfords demonstrates that a moving company can do more and with good impact on their environmental footprint. A truly great experience and customer journey has been created.”
Highly Commended:
- Moovaz Innovation
- Paramount Transportation Systems
Relocation Management Company of the Year
Sponsored by Alchemy
Winner: Weichert Workforce Mobility
The judges commented:
“Watch out for Weichert! This company is amazing. Strong client focus as seen with the advisory services group and involvement of the client advisory board.”
Highly Commended:
- SIRVA Worldwide Relocation & Moving
- Sterling Lexicon
Tax Provider of the Year
Winner: Crowe
The judges commented:
“Impressive to see such a personal approach from Crowe. Global reach with a nimble and targeted approach - the best of both worlds.”
Highly Commended:
- Immedis
Awards Open to All
Best Business Travel Framework
Winner: International SOS
The judges commented:
“International SOS has continued to support businesses in providing duty of care to employees and they have successfully delivered when it counted the most.”
Best Family Support Program
Winner: Chamness Worldwide
(Chamness Worldwide were unable to attend, so Andy King of Improbable collected the trophy on their behalf)
The judges commented:
“Chamness Worldwide has created a truly tailored approach to the children's program and looking at the children's needs. A really personalised experience, which is what parents are looking for.”
Highly Commended:
- REA Partners in Transition
- Women for Women - Expat Spouses initiative - City of Eindhoven
Best Vendor Partnership - RMC
Winner: Aires & Bacardi
The judges commented:
“Aires has completely understood the Bacardi culture and are often confused as an in house function! The technology solution has been tailored to Bacardi and shows a clear increase in engagement.”
Highly Commended:
- Icon Relocation & Tesco
- SIRVA Worldwide Relocation & Moving & SAP SE
Best Vendor Partnership (non-RMC)
Winner: Mercer & Diageo
The judges commented:
“Mercer and Diageo have together made the journey from data to technology and are ahead of many other companies. Great partnership looking to challenge the status quo.”
Highly Commended:
- Hillbrook & Booking.com
- KPMG & International SOS
Most Innovative Use of Technology in Global Mobility - Assignee Management
Winner: Benivo
The judges commented:
“Welcome" is what Benivo have created for employees with a more personalised relocation solution. They work with mobility to create a tailored solution and unusually, their service is built for the employee.”
Highly Commended:
- Crown World Mobility
- ITX
Most Innovative Use of Technology in Global Mobility – Bespoke Solutions
Winner: Equus Software
The judges commented:
“Equus addresses a key need within the global mobility market and displays comprehensive functionality and provides value for money or significantly optimizes costs.”
Highly Commended:
- Clearmove
- ReloQuest
Outstanding Corporate and Social Responsibility Initiatives
Winner: Delta Air Lines
The judges commented:
“Delta Airlines displays a really good approach to acknowledging and managing the impact of air travel. A very well-rounded approach to CSR.”
Highly Commended:
- Benivo
- Crown World Mobility
Thought Leadership – Best Survey or Research Study of the Year
Sponsored by Clearmove
Winner: EY and the City of London Corporation: Streamlining Success: Building a World-class Visa Process for the UK
The judges commented:
“Another impressive piece of research from Margaret Burton and the team at EY. Collaboration with stakeholders such as the Home Office throughout the project has enabled unique and innovative approaches.”
Highly Commended:
- ECA International - Short-term Assignments Report
- InterNations Business Solutions: Expat Insider Business Edition
Individual Awards
Global Mobility Rising Star of the Year
Winner: Nathalie Goldstein - MyExpatTaxes
(Nathalie Goldstein was sadly unable to attend, so Holly Maria Creed collected the trophy on her behalf)
The judges commented:
“Nathalie Goldstein’s is an excellent story that shows how an expatriate did not find the support needed and then went on to build it herself. Nathalie is evidently very self-driven and innovative.”
Highly Commended:
- Haitham Al-Khatib - Clearmove
Global Mobility Professional of the Year
Winner: Mark Derksen - Booking.com
The judges commented:
“Mark Derksen’s energy and enthusiasm for mobility is infectious. Great 'outside of the box' thinking means he has shown the way for Global Mobility to get a seat at the table.”
Highly Commended:
- John Rason - Santa Fe Relocation
- Kim Woodlock - Smith & Nephew
Global Mobility Innovator of the Year (new award for 2019)
Winner: Holly Maria Creed - DXC Technology
The judges commented:
“Holly Creed is a very energetic, forward-thinking mobility professional. A massive achievement in less than 3 years!”
Outstanding Contribution to Global Mobility
Winner: Selina Jones-May - Worley
(Unfortunately, Selina Jones-May was unable to attend, so last year's recipient, Anja Vahldiek collected the trophy and said a few words on Selina's behalf)
Claire Tennant-Scull, Global Director, Content & Events at FEM said:
“Dynamic, innovative and inspiring. Selina Jones-May is a superb industry ambassador and a worthy recipient of the 2019 EMMA for her Outstanding Contribution to Global Mobility.”
Here are all our wonderful winners again:
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