At Budd Van Lines, we are dedicated to advancing the global mobility industry through active engagement and support of key organizations. We are proud supporters of the Worldwide ERC® (WERC) Foundation, with Gary Grund serving on the Board in 2021 and Eileen Rau currently serving in 2025.
Established in 2004, the WERC Foundation aims to inspire employee relocation professionals to impact change by supporting families in need. Its vision is to engage all communities touched by global mobility in charitable efforts worldwide. The Foundation collaborates with regional relocation councils to support student scholarship programs for high school seniors and undergraduates, fostering the next generation of mobility professionals.
One of the cornerstone events organized by WERC is the annual WERC Global conference. WERC Global 25, previously known as the Global Workforce Symposium (GWS), is more than a conference—it’s a gateway to fresh insights, powerful collaborations, and strategies that drive real-world impact in the talent mobility industry. Scheduled for October 28-31, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah, this event brings together professionals from around the globe to explore new business opportunities and address the dynamic needs of today’s workforce mobility landscape.
Reflecting on the value of this event, Gary Grund of Budd Van Lines shared:
“The mobility industry continues to experience tremendous pressure and uncertainty. The GWS event provided a sense of light at the end of the tunnel.”
As a company deeply invested in the growth and success of the mobility industry, Budd Van Lines encourages professionals to attend WERC Global 25. This conference is an invaluable opportunity to discover new business prospects, engage with industry leaders, and contribute to the ongoing dialogue shaping the future of workforce mobility.
Join us in Salt Lake City this October to embrace new business opportunities at WERC Global 25.