Global Mobility executive with 20+ years of experience leading global immigration, international assignments, and workforce mobility strategy for complex, multinational organizations. Proven track record of establishing Global Capability Centers, integrating mobility through mergers and acquisitions, and advising senior leadership on talent risk & retention strategies. Trusted partner to HR, Finance, Legal, and business leaders.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Head - Global Mobility
Hitachi Digital, Hitachi Vantara & Hitachi Digital Services
01.2020 - Current
Own enterprise-wide global mobility and immigration strategy across multiple business entities.
Build and lead an in-house U.S. Immigration Center of Excellence, improving compliance and service delivery.
Develop, implement, and execute mobility programs, policies, and procedures.
Design and implement U.S. Green Card employee retention strategy.
Establish Duty of Care frameworks for international assignments enhancing employee experience.
Closely collaborate with HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Payroll, & Legal.
Lead mobility strategy for mergers & acquisitions.
Drive vendor performance management and quarterly business reviews.
Build visa ready pipeline to support Biz and assist in demand forecasting and offshore retention.
Serve as an escalation point for complex immigration, compliance, and employee matters.
Director - Global Mobility/Immigration
Hitachi Consulting
01.2011 - 01.2019
Managed a global team of in-region immigration coordinators and specialists worldwide: Americas, APAC & EMEA regions.
Managed immigration vendors/partners.
Cost allocation and analysis to support Business and pursuit of effective demand planning.
Assessed legal vendor with respect to cost, performance, and employee satisfaction.
Created a communications plan for all internal clients (Leaders, employees, other internal stakeholders).
Developed policies and process for Global Mobility.
Director, Human Resources
Sierra Atlantic, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.2010
Provided strategic HR leadership across Core HR, Global immigration, Talent acquisition, Total rewards, Performance management, and Employee relations.
Analyzed trends and metrics in partnership with stakeholders to develop solutions, programs and policies.
Managed and resolved complex employee relations issues.
Worked closely to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
Provided HR policy guidance and interpretation.
Education
BS - Economics
Skills
Global Mobility Strategy & Governance
Global Immigration
SME in US business Immigration
M&A Mobility Integration
Vendor Strategy & Optimization
Workforce Planning & Cost Controls
Executive Stakeholder Engagement
Timeline
Head - Global Mobility
Hitachi Digital, Hitachi Vantara & Hitachi Digital Services
01.2020 - Current
Director - Global Mobility/Immigration
Hitachi Consulting
01.2011 - 01.2019
Director, Human Resources
Sierra Atlantic, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.2010
BS - Economics
HOBBIES
Thru-hiked the John Muir Trail (2025), Multiple 14er summits including Mt. Whitney (4x), Long-distance runner (San Francisco Marathon)
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Hitachi HR Hero Leadership Award (2020), Hitachi Pioneering Spirit Award (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025)
TPM/ IoT - AWS Certified - Solution Architect/ CSM at Nissan Digital India (Hitachi Vantara)TPM/ IoT - AWS Certified - Solution Architect/ CSM at Nissan Digital India (Hitachi Vantara)
Director, Technology and Solutions Office - ASEAN at Hitachi Digital ServicesDirector, Technology and Solutions Office - ASEAN at Hitachi Digital Services