Relocation and HR Trends

UrbanBound Employee Spotlight: Meet Theresa Padilla

Alyssa B. Martin — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 18:30:50 GMT

One of the most unique and important facets of the UrbanBound culture is the people who show up day in and day out to make UrbanBound what it is today. We take pride in choosing the best candidates for each position within our company, many of whom work behind the scenes and you may never have the chance to meet publicly. That’s why we created the UrbanBound Employee Spotlight series. We don't want you to take our word for how great they are - we want you to get to know them for yourself.

Questions You Probably Have about Relocation Tax Gross Ups

Michelle Yang — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 14:45:00 GMT

You've probably read our Relocation Tax Gross-ups Beginner's Guide by now and hopefully you're up to speed on relocation tax gross ups—and then some. But just in case, here are some of the most frequently asked questions about relocation taxes and tax gross-ups:

What Gen Z Wants: How to Attract and Relocate a New Generation of Talent

Michelle Yang — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:00:00 GMT

Young Generation Z employees have begun streaming into the workforce—and soon that stream will become a tsunami. Ambitious and tech-savvy, Gen Z has plenty to offer employers. To that end, UrbanBound Co-founder Jeff Ellman recently joined Brad Karsh, founder and CEO of JB Training (and a generational expert), to discuss this dynamic new demographic of workers.

Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs from Michael Krasman, CEO @ UrbanBound

Michelle Yang — Mon, 13 Jul 2020 16:05:56 GMT

Michael Krasman, CEO and Co-Founder of UrbanBound, recently shared his journey as a serial entrepreneur as well as his off-the-cuff advice for aspiring entrepreneurs on the Fireside Chicago podcast. We summarized his top 9 takeaways for you below.

Behind the Scenes at UrbanBound: Meet Michael Krasman

Michelle Yang — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 14:15:00 GMT

Our very own Michael Krasman—UrbanBound’s CEO and co-founder—was recently interviewed by Tim Schumm, host of the Fireside Chicago podcast, which features prominent Chicago business leaders. The conversation intrigued even those of us who’ve known Michael for years. That gave us an idea: let’s throw a spotlight on our beloved CEO, recap highlights of his remarkable story, and share his off-the-cuff advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Why UrbanBound Is Growing…and Legacy RMCs Are Shrinking

Michelle Yang — Wed, 03 Jun 2020 19:35:38 GMT

Even before COVID-19 upended the business world, the relocation management industry was in a state of flux. In the last few years, we’ve seen steady consolidation among traditional relocation management companies (RMCs). Meanwhile, at UrbanBound—the first tech-based relocation provider—we continue to grow. Why is that?

Revisiting Relocation as COVID-19 Continues: Our Global Mobility Roundtable Weighs in

Michelle Yang — Wed, 27 May 2020 19:33:15 GMT

As the COVID-19 pandemic wears on, employers are problem-solving case-by-case relocations in real-time, while reevaluating their mobility programs in total. COVID-19 generated shutdowns, border closings and financial issues have not only created immediate challenges, but given global mobility experts fresh perspective into their programs.

10 Tips to Rocking Your Remote Internship

Megan Greer — Tue, 12 May 2020 14:48:14 GMT

Has your summer internship been transformed into a remote internship as a result of COVID-19? It’s okay to be a bit disappointed, but you’re really one of the lucky ones. Many 2020 internships have been postponed or cancelled altogether. However, your employer values you enough to honor your internship—while sparing you the anxiety of relocating this summer. Now it’s up to you to make the most of it!

Mobility Thought Leadership Roundtable Recap: Managing Relocation during COVID-19 and Beyond

Michelle Yang — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 18:36:56 GMT

The COVID-19 pandemic has vastly changed the ways companies do business. For organizations that depend on relocation to execute their talent acquisition initiatives, crisis-driven shutdowns, border closings and stay-at-home orders have created unprecedented mobility challenges.

Technology Roundtable Recap: Managing Domestic and Global Relocation in the Age of COVID-19

Michelle Yang — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 14:30:00 GMT

For the fast-growing, fast-moving technology industry, relocation is necessary to talent acquisition, and talent acquisition is key to strategic growth. As a result, the COVID-19 pandemic—replete with its shutdowns, lockdowns and social distancing requirements—have greatly impacted tech companies committed to moving forward during unprecedented times.