Thought Leaders in Action
Altair thought leaders are out, about and making news in the industry. We are so proud to see Altair team members being featured in panels, webinars and events across the globe. See a few recent events below:
Relo Network Asia: What does “Sustainability” look like in Asia?
Benny Tan, SVP, APAC
March 30
In this virtual presentation, Tan joined a diverse panel of speakers from the mobility industry in Asia to discuss what they are seeing, within their own organizations and with their clients. The webinar focused on what is important to be doing now and into the future. Access the webinar recording here.
Worldwide ERC: The Impact of the Ukraine Crisis on Global Mobility
George Powdar, SVP, Global Reporting and Compliance
March 24
This online panel session provided insights on the impact of the Ukraine crisis on the global mobility industry, the people caught up in the crisis and the implications for current and future business in the region. Powdar spoke on the current sanctions and how they are affecting mobility business. If you are a current Worldwide ERC member, you may access the webinar recording here: https://www.worldwideerc.org/event-materials/webinars-archive/tiotucongm
Global Business Travel Association: Travel Management in a Time of Crisis — Ukraine 2022
Daniel Danko, Director, Global Supplier Partnerships EMEA
March 22
In this webinar, Danko joined four other panelists to discuss how the conflict in Ukraine has resulted in a mass movement of people in Europe not seen since World War II. This session looked at how to best support employees based both in Ukraine and Russia in terms of visa and immigration requirements, sourcing alternative accommodations and transportation options. Danko spoke specifically on relocation considerations and key service line impacts such as household goods, destination service and temporary housing.
American Trucking Association (ATA) Moving & Storage Conference Annual Meeting: The Future of Relocation: How the Pandemic Has Changed the Industry
Jim Edwards, SVP, Supplier Partnerships
March 9
At the inaugural annual meeting of ATA held in Orlando, Florida, Edwards spoke along with a distinguished panel of experts on how the COVID-19 pandemic has irrevocably reshaped the global trucking and household goods industry. Edwards focused on changing consumer expectations for automation and customer service as well as the commoditization of rates. While the in-person session was not recorded, this article provides a great overview. https://www.ttnews.com/articles/moving-experts-discuss-evolving-industry-challenges