Fragomen Wins Altair Global’s 2025 Super Star Award for Humanitarian Commitment
November 6, 2025

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Fragomen is recognized with Altair Global’s 2025 Super Star Award for Humanitarian Commitment in acknowledgement of the firm’s longstanding commitment to advancing ethical global mobility and supporting humanitarian initiatives.
This accolade reflects the firm's impactful work in the refugee, labor and mobility space—guided by leaders including Partner David Crawford, Director Patrick O'Leary and Senior Immigration Program Manager Peta Pottinger—to strengthen skilled migration systems for refugees through immigration-focused partnerships and networks. We are proud to be acknowledged among Altair Global’s valued supplier partners and remain committed to driving meaningful humanitarian initiatives worldwide.
The award was presented at the WERC Global '25 conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, during Altair Global’s ninth annual Supplier Partner Awards Ceremony.
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We are proud to recognize Fragomen for their meaningful contributions and steadfast partnership. Their commitment to ethical practices and global responsibility makes them an invaluable member of our supplier network, and we look forward to the continued progress we’ll achieve together in the global mobility industry.
– Altair Global President and Chief Operating Officer Kathryn Cassidy
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