Gary Conerly holds the position of Director of Client Advisement at HomeServices Relocation, where he brings over two decades of experience to the table. Throughout his career, Gary has collaborated with HR leaders to strategize, develop, and optimize both domestic relocation and international assignment programs. With a keen focus on delivering cost-effective relocation solutions, Gary has successfully consulted with employers spanning diverse industries with diverse relocation programs. Under his expert guidance, relocation expense audits have consistently yielded substantial annual savings, amounting to millions of dollars for his trusted clients. Residing in Jackson, Mississippi, alongside his wife and daughter, Gary’s global perspective is enriched by a decade spent on assignment in Lima, Peru. Proficient in Spanish, his international experience has afforded him a profound understanding of multicultural requirements for companies operating in the Americas, Asia, and Europe. Recognized as an industry authority in relocation cost containment and process improvement, Gary frequently shares his insights as a speaker for SHRM and various employee relocation-related associations. Gary’s expertise is underscored by certifications in Essentials in International Moving (EiM) from FIDI Academy, along with the industry recognized designations of Certified Relocation Professional (CRP®) and Global Mobility Specialist (GMS®). He is an active member of the Worldwide Employee Relocation Council (WERC®) and currently serves on the Worldwide ERC®Foundation for Workforce Mobility Board of Trustees.