Leadership

Leadership Circle

The Leadership Circle is a select group of respected industry leaders who help shape the vision, strategy, and direction of the Global Workforce Leadership Council.

Representing diverse backgrounds across human resources, global mobility, immigration, talent, and workforce strategy, Leadership Circle members provide guidance on emerging trends, help identify topics that matter most to our community, and support the development of meaningful programs and events.

Together, they ensure GWLC remains a trusted forum for collaboration, innovation, and thought leadership while fostering connections that advance the future of global workforce management.

Cara Butler

Founder & Chair

Director, Business Development

Servicengine Corporation

Cara Butler is the Founder and Chair of the Global Workforce Leadership Council and Director of Business Development at Servicengine Corporation. With more than 20 years of experience in global mobility, relocation, and workforce strategy, she has partnered with organizations around the world to modernize global workforce programs through technology, automation, and data-driven decision making. She founded GWLC to create an executive forum where leaders collaborate, exchange ideas, and shape the future of global workforce management.

Jennifer Binder

Co-Chair

Director, Business Development

Furnished Quarters

Jennifer Binder is Co-Chair of the Global Workforce Leadership Council and Director of Business Development at Furnished Quarters. With extensive experience supporting multinational organizations through corporate housing and global mobility solutions, Jennifer is passionate about building strong client relationships and fostering collaboration across the global workforce community. She is committed to advancing innovative solutions that enhance the employee relocation experience and strengthen partnerships across the industry.

Tony Pattio

Vice President, Global Mobility

Restaurant Brands International

Tony Pattio is Vice President of Global Mobility at Restaurant Brands International, where he leads international mobility programs supporting a globally distributed workforce. Tony brings extensive expertise in strategic mobility, international talent, and workforce planning, providing valuable insight into the evolving priorities of multinational organizations.

Nora L. Cavazos-Conti

Manager, Immigration & Legal Compliance

Samsung Semiconductor

Nora L. Cavazos-Conti is Manager of Immigration & Legal Compliance at Samsung Semiconductor, where she oversees complex corporate immigration programs and regulatory compliance initiatives. She brings deep expertise in immigration strategy, legal compliance, and global workforce governance, helping organizations successfully navigate an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

Marife Alvarez

International Mobility and Benefits Manager

Hanwha

Marife Alvarez is International Mobility and Benefits Manager at Hanwha, where she leads global mobility and international benefits programs supporting the company's worldwide workforce. Marife brings extensive experience in mobility operations, employee experience, benefits administration, and global workforce strategy, contributing valuable insight to the Leadership Circle.

Krista Talcott

Global Mobility, Immigration & Recognition Leader

Krista Talcott is an accomplished global workforce professional with expertise spanning global mobility, immigration, employee recognition, and workforce strategy. She has successfully led programs supporting internationally mobile employees while driving initiatives that improve employee experience, operational excellence, and organizational effectiveness.

Evette Ybarra

HR Transformation & Global Mobility Partner

Synoptek

Evette Ybarra is an HR Transformation & Global Mobility Partner at Synoptek, where she helps organizations align people strategies with business objectives through innovative HR and global mobility solutions. She brings expertise in workforce transformation, talent strategy, and employee mobility, helping organizations prepare for the future of work.

Ryan Freel

Partner

Fragomen

Ryan Freel is a Partner at Fragomen, one of the world's leading immigration firms, where he advises multinational organizations on global immigration strategy and workforce mobility. Ryan partners with clients to navigate complex immigration and compliance challenges while helping organizations build effective global workforce strategies in an evolving regulatory environment.

Anna Potter

Principal Consultant & Owner

AMP International Consulting

Anna Potter is Principal Consultant and Owner of AMP International Consulting, where she helps organizations strengthen global mobility programs through strategic consulting, operational excellence, and workforce transformation. Anna is recognized for developing innovative, practical solutions that help organizations modernize mobility programs and align workforce strategies with evolving business priorities.

Huy Dinh

Managing Director, Global Mobility

Andersen

Huy Dinh is Managing Director, Global Mobility at Andersen, where he advises multinational organizations on international tax, cross-border compliance, and workforce mobility. Huy brings extensive expertise in global mobility tax strategy and international workforce planning, helping organizations manage complexity while supporting globally mobile employees and global business growth.

Marissa Kobal

Director, Global Business Development & Client Solutions

Suddath

Marissa Kobal is Director of Global Business Development & Client Solutions at Suddath, where she partners with organizations to design and deliver comprehensive employee relocation and global mobility solutions. Marissa works closely with corporate clients to enhance the employee experience while developing mobility programs that support organizational growth and global talent strategies.