Episodes
In this episode, we dive once more into the world of AI and its impact on the translation and interpretation industry. Our expert guests, Whitney Douglass, Vice President of Coordinated Services at GLOBO, Kristin Hoffman, Director of Translation at GLOBO, and Ewandro Magalhaes, the renowned writer, former United Nations staff, and conference interpreter, join host Tucker Johnson to separate fact from fiction when it comes to using AI for translation and interpreting services.Whitney Douglass...
Published 04/02/24
Published 04/02/24
In this episode, we take a look at a a real application of how a major localization company is partnering with AI to enhance their Multimedia localization services as we discuss Deluxe's strategic partnership with AI technology leader AppTek.Deluxe, a major provider of media localization services, has acquired an interest in AppTek and will become the exclusive reseller of AppTek's products to the global media and entertainment industry. We explore how the combined expertise of the two...
Published 04/01/24
Scaling up an organization inevitably reaches an inflection point where founding teams can no longer fuel customer acquisition alone. Yet constructing a sales engine to stimulate growth eludes many leaders lacking exposure beyond their functional expertise. On this week's episode, host Tucker welcomes Kaarina Kvaavik, an accomplished sales leader renowned for architecting high-performance teams across prominent translation providers to demystify building revenue engines. Kaarina shares...
Published 03/20/24
In March, JUNTOS proudly presents "VAMOS JUNTOS 2024," its highly anticipated second summit set amidst the vibrant backdrop of Lima, Peru. This dynamic two-day affair is tailor-made for language service providers across Latin America and the Caribbean, offering a premier platform for thought leadership, interactive discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Don't miss your chance to gain invaluable insights and insider perspectives with Rick Antezana, Kristin Gutierrez, and...
Published 03/19/24
Want to Transform Your Business to Run Without You and Scale Faster in 2024? Are you tired of feeling like a prisoner in your business, drowning in tasks, and struggling to achieve the ever-elusive work-life balance? Imagine a life where you can call the shots, focus on what truly matters, and watch your business thrive without you. Michèle Hecken is an ex-CEO, Public Speaker, Author, and Advisor to high-performing leaders. An entrepreneur for over 25 years, Michèle has founded, built, and...
Published 03/18/24
Join us at ELIA - European Language Industry Association’s Together 2024 in Riga (Feb 22-23), the premier European event uniquely serving freelancers and language service companies. This year, in its eighth edition, we embrace the theme "Perfect Harmony," focusing on fostering partnerships and balancing technology with the human touch. Our event becomes increasingly vital as the interest in AI grows, providing an interactive platform to explore best practices and collaborative opportunities....
Published 03/14/24
In a world saturated with content options, understanding the unique strengths of video can be a game-changer. Kane Lam will unravel the intricacies of choosing video as a content medium and discuss its unique value proposition. Why does video stand out among various content options, and how does it impact your brand, business, or personal growth? Whether you're a marketer, entrepreneur, or content creator, this episode promises to provide valuable insights that can elevate your content...
Published 03/13/24
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a transformative force in global content management, catalyzing the improvement of multilingual content. It poses challenges and creates opportunities for organizations ready to add value with the right combination of people, process, and technology.Join us for this live stream as we explore insights into navigating this landscape, explore experiences that guide decision-makers, and illuminate the operational intricacies from the front lines.With Bruno...
Published 01/17/24
Few things are as controversial these days as the tension between AI and humans when it comes to translation. Some people see it as the holy grail while others demonish it as the devil. But in Gabriel Fairman's opinion, it's not necessarily a matter of machines OR humans but how to get to a scenario where machines AND humans work together. In this live stream, we will explore exactly what this looks like and how it can change people's minds over what AI is and is not.About Gabriel: Gabriel...
Published 01/16/24
Join us for a revolutionary episode of The Nimdzi Live Show. We're now diving into uncharted territory with Innovation Manager, Marta Castello from Creative Words.Have you ever wondered how AI and human expertise can seamlessly coexist? Marta will unveil the "Human Approved" certification, a game-changer in responsible AI integration for language-related activities. About Marta: A graduate in translation and interpretation, she took her first steps into the tech world quite causally when she...
Published 01/15/24
In this new episode, we delve into the groundbreaking realm of artificial intelligence, focusing on OpenAI's latest release.Join our experts, Laszlo K Varga, Marina Pantcheva, PhD, Konstantin Dranch, Renato Beninatto, and Tucker Johnson, as we explore the transformative impact this cutting-edge technology holds for localization professionals.Stay tuned to understand how OpenAI's innovations are reshaping the future of global content adaptation and the key strategies for professionals...
Published 11/18/23
Unlock the potential of AI in translation workflows for faster, more efficient, and error-free results by learning to customize and train AI models to meet specific translation needs and leveraging expert insights in the AI and localization industry.Your one-stop solution for AI-powered translations and automated localization. Save money, speed up your market entry, and charm customers in every language.Join Joe Brockbank and Helena Pujol, experts building translation solutions powered up by...
Published 11/17/23
Join us for an exciting episode with Ana Boisteanu, MBA, and Samara Hickman, who will share their insights and experiences on the decision-making process behind developing a Translation Business Management Solution (TBMS).The episode promises to dive deep into the intricacies of developing a TBMS, providing valuable lessons and practical advice to anyone interested in improving translation management processes.Join us as we explore the ups and downs of this path and gain insights from...
Published 11/16/23
Despite Arabic being the 5th most spoken language in the world, when it comes to language technology, the challenges are more similar to low-resourced languages.Tarjama, as an LSP, was struggling to find a tool to solve their Arabic translation challenges, so they decided to build their own TMS fit for purpose.Join Rebecca Jonson, Ph.D., as she discusses the TMS purpose-built for Arabic with an Arabic UI and powered by proprietary Arabic AI to boost the productivity of other translation...
Published 10/20/23
More of us are working remotely than ever before. This has profoundly impacted who your colleagues are, where they're from, where they're based, and how and when you can work together.Localization professionals have been pioneering this way of working since well before it became a trend, but are we more impacted by it than others, and what can we do about it? In this episode, we will talk with Giulia Tarditi, Head of Global Experience at Qualtrics and a veteran global worker, to discover how...
Published 09/29/23
When it comes to getting the job done, mindset is key. And Sasan Banava knows all about it. Join our next episode with Sasan Banava, who will be sharing with us about his career: From Google to Uber to Square, he’s covered a lot of ground, from establishing Uber’s in-house localization team to serving as Square’s senior director of globalization.You can also find an interview with Sasan Banava in the june issue of Multilingual Magazine.About Sasan: He is currently heading Globalization team...
Published 09/27/23
Join us in this new episode of Nimdzi Live as we walk through memoQ's most recent investment: memoQ RFP, Inc. A U.S.-based corporation that is developing the next-generation RFP Response platform.The investment encompasses a significant cash infusion coupled with a technology licensing agreement that harnesses the capabilities of the existing memoQ technology.memoQ’s decision to invest in memoQ RFP aligns with the rising demand for innovative Request for Proposal (RFP) response tools. The RFP...
Published 09/22/23
Join us for the next episode of Nimdzi Live as we dive into the future of localization with a true industry visionary, Diego Antista.Diego Antista is a former Googler who worked for over a decade as a lead in the Google multicultural team in the US and LATAM. With his partner, Juan Fusoni, he founded GetGloby, the first AI-powered platform specialized in marketing asset localization, allowing businesses to transcreate their ads in over 100 languages.Don't miss out on this exclusive...
Published 09/21/23
In this episode with Marina Ilari, CT, we will discuss the challenges, rewards, and factors that contribute to the success of video game localization. We will also analyze a case study of the localization of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.About Marina: is CEO of Terra Translations, a global localization and LQA company. Marina has over 17 years of experience in the localization industry and a lifetime experience as a gamer. In 2017, she received the Women-Owned Business Enterprise Rising Star...
Published 09/20/23
Loy Searle has navigated the intricate landscape of localization and is excited to share her expertise with you. During this live session, Loy will delve into the following crucial areas that often pose challenges to localization professionals: Defining your strategy Finding your quick wins Getting funding/budget, Building the right peer partnerships, Engagement as a core team skill, Enabling scalability.This event is a golden opportunity to learn from Loy Searle's wealth of experience and...
Published 09/02/23
Preserving and promoting African languages is the responsibility of every African; writers, speakers, publishers, and African language teachers. The publisher’s role in fostering African languages is indispensable. Aside from increasing publishing in African languages, we also suggest that:- Language policy debate should be depoliticized.- There should be incentives to train and deploy more teachers of African languages.- Students should have greater choice to be examined in standards of...
Published 08/28/23
Dive into the world of UX & Localization with us. This event will cover the importance and benefits of merging UX and localization teams. We'll touch upon the need for training localizers in UX – and vice versa – and discuss how quality of UX localization can significantly improve through clear communication. Join us for a deep dive into creating universally engaging user experiences.About Michal: is a Localization Expert (EN-HE), Consultant, and UX Writer. Her course on UX for...
Published 08/25/23
With products, entertainment, and services reaching more customers and audiences around the world each year, lives are becoming just a little more similar. People half a world away may consume the same movies, games, books, music, and more — albeit with a few key differences.Those differences start with translating the language, sure. But thanks to a growing focus on culturalization, the right experts can ensure that products are easier to sell and experience irrespective of cultural...
Published 08/24/23