Behind
Launchpad
Starting a new life abroad is exciting. It can also be overwhelming.
We kept seeing the same problem. People preparing to leave the U.S. weren't struggling because information was hard to find—they were struggling because there was too much of it.
International relocation involves hundreds of decisions, dependencies, and moving parts. Knowing what to do is important. Knowing when to do it—and who to involve—is what makes the difference.
That's why we created Launchpad Abroad.
Meet the Founders
Jenny Brokaw
Jenny led global mobility programs for Fortune 500 companies including JWT, Genentech, Roche, and Gap Inc., guiding thousands of employees, executives, and their families through relocations across six continents. She’s managed every dimension of these transitions, from early decision-making through settling into a new country.
Jenny understands which countries truly fit different lifestyles, what matters long-term versus what only feels urgent, and how to surface the questions people don’t yet realize they need to ask. Her approach is both strategic and personal. Clients rely on Jenny when the stakes are high and the details matter.
Karen Gartz
Karen has spent her career in roles where precision, discretion, and reliability are non-negotiable. She led a large, cross-functional team overseeing complex global travel operations for a major motion picture and television studio, working with senior executives and high-profile talent, then moved into luxury California real estate, supporting clients through life‑changing relocations while overseeing their largest assets.
Whether operating under intense pressure in time-sensitive situations or guiding professionals and their families through major transitions, she’s known for steady execution when the stakes are high. Clients who expect discretion, sound judgment, and reliable execution turn to Karen.
Together, Jenny and Karen bring decades of experience guiding people and families through complex life transitions. They combine big‑picture judgment with close attention to detail, staying involved and thinking ahead as situations evolve. This work is personal and consequential, and they approach it with care and professionalism.
They are advisors, planners, project coordinators, strategic guides, and expert connectors.