What does it take to launch a Global Mobility program from zero—under tight timelines, in a hypergrowth environment, and just months before a company’s IPO? For Amanda Santamour, Global Mobility Leader at Klaviyo, the answer lies in strategic clarity, internal partnerships, and the right technology foundation.
On the latest episode of The View From The Top, Amanda shared how she built Klaviyo’s mobility program from the ground up—her second time doing so—and why she partnered with Benivo to get it done.
Amanda joined Klaviyo just two months before the company’s IPO. The company had no formal mobility program—just ad hoc practices, legacy exceptions, and a lump-sum model that didn’t scale with global expansion. With international growth on the horizon and the scrutiny of IPO-readiness looming, Amanda’s mission was clear: create a program that balanced agility with compliance and scale with the business.
Amanda deployed a structured, phased approach:
Instead of overhauling the lump-sum model, Amanda optimized it. The key? Equipping employees with access to self-service relocation resources, curated vendor networks, and destination insights, without layering on unnecessary manual processes or costs.
With Benivo, Klaviyo gained:
This wasn’t just about better employee experience. It was about data. The Benivo platform provided Amanda with the visibility, automation, and analytics she needed to win buy-in across HR, Talent, and Finance teams.
One of Amanda’s biggest lessons? “Don’t try to do it all yourself.” She emphasized the importance of cross-functional partnerships and vendor collaboration, particularly when building something from scratch. Whether it’s educating stakeholders, standardizing approvals, or centralizing cost data, success comes from shared ownership.
And that’s where technology like Benivo plays a game-changing role—not just for the employee experience, but for program scalability and strategic visibility.
Even with a successful launch, Amanda knows the work is never done. She continues to iterate based on platform data, employee feedback, and the evolving needs of a growing global company.
Her advice for others starting from zero? Start with compliance, align with your company’s culture, and choose tech that grows with you.
Benivo helps companies like Klaviyo design, scale, and optimize global mobility programs without increasing cost or headcount. Let’s talk about how we can support your journey. Book a demo with Benivo