Ep.49: Relocation & Immigration - False friends? with Michali Henig and Daniel Zinner

Show notes

Summary: In this episode of the Global People Mobility podcast, host Daniel Zinner speaks with Michali Hennig about the ever-changing world of global mobility. Michali shares her journey from founding a relocation agency to leading global mobility initiatives at HelloFresh. Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities within Germany’s immigration system, the role of cultural background in relocation experiences, and why a customer-centric and technology-driven approach is key to success. The conversation also highlights the need for stronger stakeholder collaboration and the growing strategic importance of global mobility within organisations.

Key takeaways:

• Global mobility is a dynamic and evolving field.
• Cultural background heavily influences relocation experiences.
• Germany presents both unique opportunities and challenges for immigrants and expats.
• Shifting from entrepreneurship to corporate mobility roles can open new possibilities.
• Legal boundaries often complicate relocation and immigration processes.
• A customer-centric approach improves the relocation journey.
• Technology is critical for streamlining global mobility operations.
• Global mobility should be recognised as a strategic pillar within HR.
• Collaboration and transparency among all stakeholders are essential for success.

Speakers: Michali Henig is Head of Global Mobility and Travel at HelloFresh, where she helps shape global mobility as a strategic business partner. She is passionate about supporting employees through life-changing transitions and mentoring the next generation of global mobility professionals. Michali is also recognised as a LinkedIn Top Voice for her work empowering expats and minorities.

Daniel Zinner is an international HR expert, entrepreneur, and communications consultant. His expertise lies in HR, strategy, digitalisation, and transformation strategy.

About People Mobility Alliance: The People Mobility Alliance (PMA) was founded to empower organisations to navigate the complexities of global mobility and enhance their international collaboration. Our goal is to transform businesses by integrating global mindsets and innovative technologies, ensuring they thrive in an interconnected world.