Pre-Conference  Tuesday, May 5

Corporate Roundtable I

In development

Moderators

Nicole Yunez- Kroll 

Meredith Gundrum - Grant Thornton

Porchlight Rental & Destination Services

North American Moving Services

Tuesday Evening Networking Event (cocktails and appetizers for all guests)

The Tuesday Evening Networking Event at MRC 2026 is sure to be an unforgettable evening of connection, conversation, and Chicago energy. This year’s event will feature live music from Sully Tree, a Chicago-based band with classic rock roots known for covering crowd favorites from oldies and country to timeless rock hits that keep the room energized all night long.

Paired with great food, entertainment, and the stunning lakeside setting of Theater on the Lake, the evening promises to be one of the most talked-about moments of the conference.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet new faces, reconnect with colleagues, and start the conference on a high note!

Conference Day

Wednesday, May 6

Breakfast

Enjoy a delicious breakfast with friends and colleagues.

Exhibit Area Open (during registration, breaks, lunch)

Explore the latest innovations and solutions in employee relocation by visiting our exhibitors at MRC 2025! Connect with leading industry providers, discover new tools and services designed to streamline your relocation programs, and gain insights to support your workforce mobility needs.

Don’t miss this opportunity to network with experts, gather valuable resources, and find solutions to help your organization succeed. We look forward to seeing you there!

MiniMoves

Custom Movers Services

Fidelity Residential Solutions

Stewart Title

Morreale Real Estate Services

Fragomen

Arch Interim Corporate Housing

Global Mobility Solutions

Premia Relocation Mortgage

McCollister's Auto Logistics

Allied Van Lines

RSM

Preferred Corporate Housing

Shur-Way Moving & Cartage, CO

WR Immigration

Opening Remarks

Welcome to MRC 2026! Your MRC 2026 co-chairs, Elizabeth Martin, Sheryl Nash, and Chris Douglas, will officially kick off the conference.

Elizabeth Martin, CRP, GMS

Sheryl Nash, CRP, GMS-T

Chris Douglas, CRP

Keynote Address: Big Dreams Demand Bold Action

Tom Turcich, the 10th person to walk around the world, teaches how to overcome fear, embrace obstacles, and pursue the impossible—one powerful step at a time.

Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary journey of Tom Turcich, a man who accomplished what only nine others have ever achieved - he walked around the world.

Over seven years, Tom covered an astounding 28,000 miles across 38 countries beside his loyal canine companion, Savannah.

Motivated by the loss of his friend, Ann Marie, Tom made a life-altering decision to explore the world one step at a time.

From dense jungles to unforgiving deserts, Tom faced and conquered formidable adversity, but is set apart by his rare insights into the human condition.

Tom Turcich

NEI Global Relocation

Alexander's Mobility Services

Networking Break

Take a quick break, discuss the early sessions, and chat with our exhibitors!

Corporate Roundtable II

In development

Nicole Yunez- Kroll 

Meredith Gundrum - Grant Thornton

Supplier Partner Session

In development

Session One: Making a Splash with AI: Real-World Applications in Global Mobility

AI is making waves across the industry—but what does that actually look like in practice? This interactive session brings together perspectives from Relocation, Household Goods, Real Estate, and Corporate Housing to explore how AI is being used today—and where it’s headed next.

With a Jeopardy-style game and live audience participation, attendees will challenge assumptions, share insights, and leave with actionable strategies they can immediately apply within their organizations.

Lori Ryan – Benivo

Panelists

Jim Drass – Corporate Suites Network

Taylor Morreale - Morreale

Drew Roksandic - Sirva

Nicole Yunez- Kroll

Morreale

LTC

Lunch - All Attendees

Enjoy a tasty lunch while you compare notes on the morning sessions with friends and colleagues.

Corporate / Supplier Recap

Hear key insights from the Conference corporate roundtables and supplier session. This session will distill the most relevant themes, challenges, and opportunities discussed by both corporate mobility leaders and supplier partners. Walk away with practical takeaways, emerging trends, and ideas you can apply to strengthen your mobility program and partnerships.

The success of a relocation program often hinges on how well mobility teams work with procurement—and with their RMC partners. This panel features both procurement leaders and relocation management company (RMC) representatives who will share their perspectives, lessons learned, and best practices for successful collaboration.

Discussion topics include running effective RFPs, engaging the right stakeholders, avoiding common pitfalls, and positioning mobility as a strategic initiative within the organization. Panelists will also share practical guidance for managing approvals and strengthening partnerships across teams. Attendees will gain concrete, real-world strategies they can use when working with procurement and RMCs alike.

Moderator

Brenda Thoeny-Johnson, CRP - Cartus

Director, Strategic Business Solutions

Panelists

Cherie Nuttall - Adient

Sr Commodity Manager

Pam Jacknick, CRP, GMS - NEI Global Relocation

SVP Global Client Development

Sean Thrun - WHR Group

Strategic Initiatives Manager

Cartus

ACE

Networking / Mingle Break

Take a quick break, discuss the afternoon sessions, and chat with our exhibitors!

AECC

Session Three: Riding the Waves: A Global Relocation in Motion (Part One)

Most mobility professionals authorize relocations but rarely see how they’re executed end-to-end. This two-part session provides that visibility.

Part one takes you behind the scenes of an international relocation. A global mobility lead and key service partners in immigration, tax and payroll, real estate, relocation management, and destination services will walk through how they collaborate, where handoffs occur, and how they manage complexities in real time to deliver a successful move.

Moderator

Joe Gurth – Fidelity

Panelists

Christina Miller – IOR

Cheryl Kilborn- B.A.L

Leo Capotorto – TRC Global Mobility

Sandra Froylan -KPMG

Caitilin Dwyer - @properties

Shirley Harwood – Independent Consultant

KPMG

Rocket Mortgage

Session Four:  Riding the Waves: A Global Relocation in Motion (Part Two)

Part two of this two-part session features a panel discussion with employees who have recently relocated on international assignments. These real transferees will share what worked, what didn’t, and what truly made the difference in their relocation experience.

This session helps attendees understand what quality service looks like from the employee’s perspective, what information providers need to do their jobs well, and how corporate policies and decisions directly impact the employee experience.

Moderator

Greg Dummer – Envoy Global

Panelists

Kristina Klag – International Motors

TBD

Armstrong

CapRelo

Conference Wrap Up and Drawings

Your MRC 2026 co-chairs, Elizabeth Martin, Sheryl Nash, and Chris Douglas, will wrap up our action-packed day and welcome you to our evening Happy Hour!

Elizabeth Martin, CRP, GMS

Sheryl Nash, CRP, GMS-T

Chris Douglas, CRP

Wednesday Evening Networking Event (cocktails and appetizers for all guests)

Unwind and connect after a day of insightful sessions at the MRC 2026 Evening Networking Event!

Join fellow attendees for a relaxed evening filled with great conversations, refreshing drinks, and delicious appetizers.

Whether you're looking to expand your professional network or catch up with industry peers, this casual social event is the perfect opportunity to build connections and share experiences in a fun, welcoming atmosphere.

Don’t miss out! Come raise a glass and celebrate the MRC community while enjoying music from The Brazel Band!

IOR

Ellen Freeman Immigration Law Group