President - Gabriela McMahon
Client Services Manager, Aires                        

Gabriela has been part of the relocation industry for over 15 years, joining Aires 2018. In the past Gabriela has held roles both with relocation firms and in-house corporate mobility teams, which has helped her transition to her current role where she is responsible for managing the overall relationship between the Aires team and the corporate client. Gabriela holds GMS and CRP certifications; she speaks Spanish fluently and holds an associated degree in Business Administration. In her spare time, Gabriela likes to spend time with her husband, son and daughter.

Vice President - Jessica Brainard

Client Relationship Manager - West, US Bank

Jessica has over 20 years of relocation management, global operations, real estate and customer service experiences. Jessica specializes in both Domestic and International business and has a passion for new technology. Jessica is a 5th generation native of Arizona and loves discovering the local hiking trails in the desert near her home in South Phoenix. Aside from spending time playing board games with her husband and two daughter's the family favorite activity is traveling the world and creating new memories together through experiences.  Jessica holds her CRP and GMS designations from the Worldwide ERC and earned her bachelor's degree in business management with the emphasis in thought leadership from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix. 

Treasurer – Katie Rudnick

CRP, Account Executive, PNC Bank Relocation and Affinity Lending

Katie has 29 years’ experience in the mortgage industry including 20 years in Relocation Mortgage. Currently she is an Account Executive for PNC Bank Relocation and Affinity Lending, where she is responsible for both new business development and account management for the West and Mountain regions where she was awarded their Chairman's Circle recognition. Katie is an active member of WERC receiving her Meritorious Service Award in 2023 and several other Regional Relocation groups and has held her CRP since 2007. She is a graduate of the University of Oregon with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and remains an avid Ducks fan.  

Secretary - Lauren Meyer

Client Account Manager, West, Chase Corporate Home Lending

Lauren has been in Relocation Lending for a total of 22 years and currently holds the role as Client Account Manager with Chase. She started in the mortgage industry in 2002 at Citibank and held various roles in Relocation mortgage originations before joining Chase in 2016. She is a member of WERC along with several other Regional Relocation Groups and is CRP certified since 2014. She resides in St. Louis, MO with her two children, Kieryn (17) and Lily (9).

Favorite Quote: Make the choice to love your life!

 Co-Education Chair - Jason Vargas

 Beltmann Relocation Group -   Director, Business Development

 Jason started in the Relocation

 industry 32 years ago working on the

 trucks while in college. After receiving his degree from Cal State East Bay, he moved from the SF Bay Area to Arizona and began his career at Beltmann. He has been with Beltmann for 24 years managing the 11 Western States. He loves finding solutions for his partners that ultimately help them achieve their business goals while simultaneously helping their employees achieve their dreams.

Favorite Quote:  Do you want to be right or happy?

Co-Education – Kaylee Carpenter

Sales Director, LTC Language Solutions

 Kaylee has been in the Global Mobility industry for 3 years. Her expertise lies in driving revenue growth and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of education and excellence. She is actively pursuing both GMS and CRP certifications to expand her expertise in mobility solutions. Passionate about DEI, she dedicates herself to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion within her professional and personal communities. Outside of work, Kaylee is committed to expanding her linguistic and cultural fluency by actively learning Mandarin, underscoring her dedication to effective communication and cross-cultural understanding. She resides in Indianapolis, IN.

Favorite Quote: You must do the things you think you cannot do. -Eleanor Roosevelt

 Membership Chair - Tracey Ellis

 Director, Client Relations

Tracey is a seasoned Relocation Professional, with over 16 years experience in the industry. Holding roles in Client Relations, Service Delivery, and Supply Chain Management. Having a diverse background allows her to build customized mobility programs for her clients unique needs. Outside of work, Tracey is an animal lover and has been known to foster a kitten or two. Tracey has an adventurous spirit and enjoys traveling the world with her friends and family.

Favorite Quote: Don't take yourself too seriously!

Website Chair + Corporate Advisor -             Sandy Beyer

Director, Global Mobility & US Immigration, Salesforce

 Sandy has been an active member, speaker and 

 contributor within the Global Mobility industry for almost 20 years and holds both the GMS and CRP certifications. Fused with her work is a deep connection to wanting to create authentic opportunities for all. She is committed to this in her mobility role, as well as her work and allyship with resource groups whose mission is to support visible / invisible disabilities and underrepresented minorities. In her current role at Salesforce, Sandy is focused on policy design and program development.

Favorite Quote: “Don’t confuse my personality with my attitude. My personality is who I am. My attitude depends on who you are.” ― Frank Ocean

Co-Events Organization Chair - Jill Rush

Global Vice President – Client & Partner Solutions

With over 35 years in the relocation industry, Jill can honestly say relocation is her life’s work. She has spent the past 19 years at Relocation Today; her overarching responsibilities encompass client strategy and robust global partnerships built on a foundation of mutual respect. With a focus on leveraging mobility as an integral part of corporate talent strategy, she becomes a true extension and partner of their clients. Jill’s passion lies in mentoring others new to the relocation landscape because she is fueled by the excitement and energy they have for this crazy industry!

 Co-Events Organization Chair -Madison Stanley

 Corporate Global Mobility, HPE

 Madison has been working in mobility for over 10   

 years and holds both CRP and GMS designations. 

 She’s driven to create an culture of inclusion and loves seeing the people around her grow and succeed. She is currently the Manager of Global Mobility Projects at Newmont Mining, working on imagining new and better ways to support their employees. Madison has lived in Phoenix for the past 15 years and complains about the summers a lot – but loves the desert. In her spare time you can find her snuggling with her dogs watching Great British Baking Show, trying to convince people to go on Harry Potter themed vacations with her, and spending time with her family.

Co-Sponsorship Chair - Brett Wall

VP Client Engagement, Bristol Global Mobility

With over 20 ears of relocation experience, Bret has held a number of operational and client management roles. He has done assignments in Hong Kong and Brazil. He graduated from Thunderbird Global School of Management with an MBA. He has a passion for global travel and spends a lot of his free time in Phoenix, Arizona playing sports like basketball and tennis and hiking in the beautiful southwest desert.

 Co-Sponsorship Chair + Corporate Advisor - Veronica Raygoza

 Head of Mobility & Immigration, Block

 Veronica is an accomplished Global Mobility &   Immigration professional with nearly 30 years of HR 

 experience in fast- paced, innovative environments. She has played a pivotal role in establishing and expanding the Global Mobility function at Block as well as in her previous role at Genentech.

Beyond her corporate impact and involvement  with LatinX and Neurodivergent communities, Veronica is a recognized leader in the mobility industry. She has served on the Board of Directors for BAMM (Bay Area Mobility Management) and currently contributes as the Co-Sponsorship Chair & Corporate Advisor for the Arizona Relocation Alliance, championing best practices, compliance, and innovation for the industry.

Social Responsibility Chair - Brittany Ferguson

Sales, Business Development, Alexanders

Brittany brings a diverse perspective to the relocation industry and utilizes her knowledge, relationships and experience to ease transitions for all involved. Brittany brings first-hand knowledge to her projects in the areas of quality management, project management, and overall expectations with projects big or small.

Brittany is detail-oriented and well versed in communicating on all the variables involved in each unique move, alleviating risks in complex projects, and setting the expectations for each given scenario. Brittany has been in the relocation industry for 2 years and can not wait to continue learning more about the mobility world . Brittany attended Arizona State University and served in the Peace Corps for 27 months in China.

 Corporate Advisor - Staci White

  Senior Global Mobility Manager, Q2

 corporate immigration law and 13 years of 

 experience in the global mobility/relocation

 industry. She is currently the Senior Global Mobility Manager with Q2 Software, Inc. where she manages the Company’s immigration program to ensure compliance with international immigration laws and regulations. Staci serves on the Arizona Relocation Alliance Board as Corporate Chair, is a member of the Worldwide ERC and earned her designation as a Global Mobility Specialist in 2012. She earned an MBA in Global Management & Leadership from Arizona State University and is a graduate of the University of Wyoming with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise & Sport Science.

Favorite Quote: “Don’t be afraid of failure. Be afraid of never achieving anything at all because you were too afraid of what others might think of you for trying.”

 Communications Chair - 

 Michelle Lohuis

 Client Relations Manger

 Michelle Lohuis is the West Coast Client 

 Relations Manager at Home Sweet Home. After leading operations teams for over a decade before moving into HSH's Client engagement team, Michelle delivers hands-on relocation programs to clients that provide cost-effective solutions with a focus on community giving, environmental sustainability, and an elevated duty of care.

With 14+ years in the relocation industry, Michelle is new to the ARA board and holds active roles on several WERC regional committees. A native Texan and TWU graduate with a passion for fashion, Michelle recently relocated from Hermosa Beach to California’s Coachella Valley. She enjoys art, traveling, yoga, hiking, community service, exploring nature while embracing the desert lifestyle.

Favorite Quote: If there's one thing I've learned in life, it's the power of using your voice - Former First Lady Michelle Obama

 Account Executive

 With over two decades of industry experience, Rob   excels in fostering collaboration, demonstrating   empathy, and solving complex problems. His   extensive background includes working closely with Fortune 100 companies, where he consistently delivered innovative solutions and built strong, collaborative relationships. Rob’s commitment to understanding client needs and driving results makes him a valuable asset to the Aires team.

Favorite Quote: Be kind