Elaine Héry, managing partner at Eres Relocation: From corporate fast track to global mobility pioneer
Elaine Héry never intended to start her own business. In fact, if life had gone to plan, she would probably be a marketing executive or in a senior leadership role at ICI, the British multinational chemical giant where she started her career. But life—and love—had other ideas. Read her story of building a business across borders.
Think WomenGill Gordon | 80 Outstanding Global Women 2025With a career spanning multiple continents and industries, forging alliances and working with trade unions and governments, Gill Gordon’s journey has been one of collaboration, ...
As part of our Global Outstanding Women Series, we meet Irina Yakimenko, managing partner and co-owner of Intermark, an award-winning relocation consultancy. Irina has years of experience working in international affairs and managing global businesses in locations across Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and worldwide. Today Intermark operates in 22 countries and handles many complex moves, in challenging circumstances, for which Irina's developed a particular management style alongside compassion for people.
Winner: Eres Relocation Services
Highly Commended: IKAN Relocation Services IndiaThe Destination services provider of the year – regional award recognises quality and professionalism in the provision of destination services that are ...
Winner: Café CoachHeather De Cruz-Cornaire, business and coaching psychologist at Café Coach Ltd, was the winner of the Best Research category. Her work highlights the important role of research in helping to improve the experience of ...
We spoke to Mary Biddlecombe, Executive Director – Development and External Relations, at TASIS, The American School in England. Mary has forged a successful career across multiple sectors by connecting and leading people.
We spoke to Dr Sue Shortland, whose career across the corporate consulting world, research and teaching, has driven evidence-based decision making in HR and international assignments. She's witnessed women’s participation in expat roles rise over the years, which is an important step in gaining promotion.
