Australasian Workforce Management Awards Honour Excellence in Talent Mobility

The Employee Mobility Institute (TEMi) and Quest Apartment Hotels (a member of The Ascott Limited) have announced the finalists of the 2025 Quest TEMi Australasian Workforce Management Awards, celebrating innovation, leadership, and outstanding service delivery in workforce mobility.

TEMi Founder Deborah de Cerff said the competition was strong this year, with every entry reflecting dedication to driving workforce management forward.

"We are at a turning point in workforce mobility - champions aren't just keeping pace with change, they're shaping what comes next," Ms de Cerff said.

"The 2025 award entries showcase a sector that is people-first, innovation-driven, collaborative, strategically impactful, and values-led."

Launched by TEMi in Australia as the first locally produced awards program for the talent mobility industry seven years ago, the program now sees involvement from hundreds of local and multinational organisations each year and is an opportunity for professionals from across the APAC region to be recognised for their exceptional work. One such organisation is Quest Apartment Hotels, returning as naming rights partner of the awards for a second year.

"Quest is proud to stand alongside TEMi celebrating these exceptional individuals and organisations," Managing Director of The Ascott Limited, Australasia, David Mansfield said.

"At Quest, delivering an effortless experience for our corporate guests remains a top priority — a commitment shared by our colleagues in the talent mobility sector, who support relocating professionals every day. It's a privilege to partner with an industry so vital to the success of global business, and to acknowledge the dedication that makes corporate travel truly seamless."

The 2025 program is also supported by Grace Corporate Services.

The 2025 Quest TEMi Australasian Workforce Management Awards Finalists include:

LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE 

Talent Mobility Champion of the Year

• Arup Senior International Mobility Specialist, Natasha Wilson
• Canva Global Mobility Lead, Lisa Goggin

Team Excellence in Mobility

• Capgemini Australia Mobility Team
• Newmont Global Mobility Team - APAC
• ResMed Global Mobility & People Shared Services Team

BUSINESS ADVANCEMENT 

Mobility Transformation of the Year

• A2Milk Chief People & Culture Officer, Amanda Hart
• Capgemini Australia Mobility Team
• Egis Group Mobility Team

Strategic Partnership of the Year

• AussieOS & SIMPLIFIED by V.
• FIS & EY
• Whitehaven & Visa Executive

Service Provider of the Year

• AussieOS
• Australia PEO
• Complize
• Vialto Partners

EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE

Rising Star in Mobility

• BAE Systems Global Mobility Specialist, Claudia Benham
• Crown Worldwide Team Leader, Cheyenne Ponisi

SPOTLIGHT 

Quest Relocation with Heart Award

• Alstom Travel & Expense Co-ordinator ANZ, Kate Wilkie
• CT Connections Senior Travel Consultant, Rati Tse
• Vanderlande Industries Australia Office Manager, Jo Dalton

TEMi Talent Member Contribution Award

• Treasury Wine Estates Global Mobility Manager, Jodi Schmerl
• SEEK Mobility Coordinator, Cynthia Dotigny
• South32 Principal, Jenny Buxey

Global Mobility Professional (GMP1)® Graduate Excellence Award

• Deloitte Immigration Manager, Gabrielle Brady
• Iluka Resources Limited  People Partner, Emma Fryer

"As the peak industry body for workforce mobility in the region, TEMi is proud to provide a platform that not only celebrates excellence but also shapes the future of our sector. These awards reaffirm industry values and highlight the innovations that will help guide our organisations - and people - through the challenges and opportunities ahead," Ms de Cerff said.

"The program also provides a valuable platform for best practice knowledge-sharing and collaboration across the sector, and we look forward to welcoming all practitioners and industry suppliers to the awards ceremony."

The award winners will be announced at the Rydges Hotel in Melbourne on Thursday 13 November. Tickets to the event are on sale now at questtemiawards.com.au.

 

INFORMATION FOR MEDIA

 

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ABOUT THE EMPLOYEE MOBILITY INSTITUTE (TEMi)
 

The Employee Mobility Institute (TEMi) is Australasia's peak membership body for global workforce management and talent mobility professionals. Representing practitioners across Australia and New Zealand, TEMi is the professional home for HR and mobility leaders, tax and immigration specialists, relocation providers, and business executives committed to advancing workforce mobility in the region.

For more than a decade, TEMi has fostered professional growth and community connection through qualifications, development programs, mentoring, and networking. As the collective voice of the mobility profession, TEMi equips its members with the knowledge, relationships, and influence to anticipate disruption, shape organisational strategy, and elevate the impact of mobility in a globalised economy.

The Quest TEMi Australasian Workforce Management Awards are the region's most prestigious recognition of excellence in talent mobility and workforce management. The program provides a powerful platform to showcase innovation, best practice, and people-first approaches to mobility, while honouring the outstanding individuals and organisations setting new benchmarks for the profession. Each year, the Awards attract entries from multinational corporations, local enterprises, and service providers across diverse industries — reflecting the breadth, influence, and impact of the mobility community in Australasia.

TEMi's flagship Mobility Exchange Summit is Australasia's premier retreat for mobility leaders, which provides an immersive environment for practitioners to explore emerging trends, strengthen professional connections, and gain the insight and confidence needed to navigate the shifting landscape of global talent and mobility.

ABOUT QUEST APARTMENT HOTELS

Quest Apartment Hotels is a leading accommodation provider with 160+ locations across Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. For over 35 years, Quest has offered spacious, flexible stays for business and leisure travellers, operated by passionate local franchise owners. Quest is part of The Ascott Limited, a global lodging leader with a diverse portfolio of serviced apartments, hotels and co-living properties in 170+ cities worldwide. Ascott is a wholly owned subsidiary of CapitaLand Limited, one of Asia's largest real estate companies.