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The Evolving Landscape of Global Talent: Challenges and Opportunities in a Globalized Workforce 

Thursday, April 10, 2025, 1 – 2 pm Eastern Time (New York Time)
Online via Zoom - link shared at registration

Sponsored by the Work, Human Resources, and Organizations (WHRO) Council 

 

Objective: To explore strategic approaches for managing employee relocation programs, leveraging

insights from global HR leadership roles in Tokyo, London, Lagos, and beyond.

Globalization and Employee Mobility Trends

The rapid expansion of digital nomadism post-pandemic has redefined traditional relocation models, presenting opportunities for talent diversification but also legal, cultural, and operational complexities[1]. Sean’s experience establishing HR frameworks in Tokyo, London, and Lagos—each with distinct regulatory environments—highlights the critical need for localized strategies. At Merrill Lynch Japan, for instance, he navigated Japan’s labor laws to implement performance-based compensation systems, a challenge compounded by cultural expectations around hierarchy and tenure[2]. 

Session Framework

The discussion will:

  1. Analyze legal and compliance challenges in global mobility
  2. Explore opportunities for cultural integration and talent development
  3. Present case studies from Tokyo, London, and Lagos career experiences
  4. Outline best practices for policy design and workforce planning

Presenter: Sean Woodroffe, Executive Vice President
Sean Woodroffe
Sean N. Woodroffe is the Chief People, Culture and Communications Officer at Lincoln Financial, where he leads all aspects of human resources, including talent management, employee experience, leadership development, diversity, equity and inclusion, and corporate responsibility. He also oversees corporate communications, encompassing internal messaging and public relations. With over 35 years of experience in human resources within the financial services sector, including insurance, wealth and asset management, and investment banking, Woodroffe has held executive leadership roles at TIAA, National Life Group, Sun Life Financial, and Merrill Lynch. At TIAA, he served as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, guiding HR strategy for a global workforce. His career has taken him across international markets, including leadership roles in London and Tokyo. Beyond his corporate responsibilities, Woodroffe is deeply engaged in community and industry leadership. He serves on the boards of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Shaw University, the Peddie School, and the U.S. Soccer Foundation. He holds a bachelor’s degree in international relations from Shaw University.

Questions about this webinar? Contact Nicole Bynes at [email protected] 
Questions about registration? Contact the LERA office at [email protected].
 

Pricing

There is no charge, but we do ask that you register. We request that registered participants not share, forward, or post the webinar links and passwords to ensure the security of this webinar session. The Zoom link for the webinar will be sent to registered persons upon registration and also on the morning of the webinar.

Recordings or related files will be made available to registered attendees and LERA members.

Registration

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