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There is a shadow industry driving the growth of ALL global brands: Localization. Let’s talk globalization, localization, translation, interpretation, language, and culture, with an emphasis on how it affects your business, whether you have a scrappy start-up or are working in a top global brand.
Topics are taken from the most recently published market research from Nimdzi Insights (and other sources) and will feature guest speakers from time to time.
Topics are taken from the most recently published market research from Nimdzi Insights (and other sources) and will feature guest speakers from time to time.
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Mar 19, 2024 • 39min
Let's talk about VAMOS JUNTOS!
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 Charles Campbell. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of collaboration and innovation in driving transformative change within the language services landscape.
About Rick: is the CEO of Dynamic Language and former President of the Association of Language Companies of the United States. Based in Seattle, Rick has been in the language industry for more than 25 years.About Kristin: is the author of the best selling book "Be a Better Sales Leader" and is Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Language Network. Kristin is a frequent keynote speaker, coach and mentor.About Charles: is Founder and President of tbo. and a founding member of JUNTOS, the association representing translation, localization and interpreting companies in Latin America and the Caribbean.About Nimdzi LIVE: There is a shadow industry driving the growth of ALL global brands: Localization. Let’s talk globalization, localization, translation, interpretation, language, and culture, with an emphasis on how it affects your business, whether you have a scrappy start-up or are working in a top global brand.
Would you like to be a guest on Nimdzi Live? Or you know somebody who should? Email live@nimdzi.com or reach out to info@nimdzi.com so we can coordinate!

Mar 18, 2024 • 56min
Transform your business to run without you - now! feat. Michele Hecken
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 scaled a global, multi-million-dollar translation company, culminating in a high-7-figure exit in 2019, all while working less than 10 hours a week!
Through The Art of Offboarding, her proprietary methodology, Michèle shifts the paradigms of a high-performing leader's “expected” work and life. As a result, Michèle helps create profitable, productive, powerful change that results in exceptional operations and life leaders could hardly dream of.
A sought-after certified Global Speaker and member of the Entrepreneurs Organization (EO), Michèle delivers keynotes, workshops, and talks to exceptional organizations worldwide. She has been featured in media outlets, including Inc. Magazine, the Financial Post, and numerous podcasts, including Built to Sell Radio. Her first book, the co-authored “Lead Like a Woman: Audacity,” was a #1 best-selling book on Amazon within seven days of its release in 2023. Today, Michèle helps high-performing leaders design an organization where each person works on things they love and that create the most value.

Mar 14, 2024 • 32min
ELIA Together - Perfect Harmony feat. Carlos la Orden Tovar
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. Engage in enriching sessions, vibrant social events, and a dynamic job fair designed to strengthen provider-freelancer collaboration.Hear from Carlos la Orden Tovar, freelancer, trainer, and member of the Together Program Committee, as he shares his valuable insights on the evolving landscape of the language industry and the growing significance of such events.

Mar 13, 2024 • 40min
Why join the video localisation industry? feat. Kane Lam
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 strategy to new heights.

Jan 17, 2024 • 1h 6min
Operationalizing value-driven and inclusive AI feat. Bruno Herrmann
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 Herrmann, let's discover how to effectively leverage AI to turn challenges into strategic advantages.About Bruno: with 25+ years in global leadership roles across tech, market research and life sciences, directed localization at IQVIA. Formerly at Nielsen, he led digital globalization and held key roles in marketing and product leadership. A seasoned practitioner, speaker, and thought leader, he's been a driving force in data-driven and client-first information, transformation, and product management.About Nimdzi Live: A shadow industry is driving the growth of ALL global brands: Localization. Let’s talk globalization, localization, translation, interpretation, language, and culture, emphasizing how it affects your business, whether you have a scrappy start-up or are working in a top global brand.Would you like to be a guest on Nimdzi Live? Or do you know somebody who should? Email live@nimdzi.com or reach out to info@nimdzi.com so we can coordinate!

Jan 16, 2024 • 1h 2min
Can Humans and Machines Coexist in Translation? Feat. Gabriel Fairman
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 Fairman has been the Founder and CEO of Bureau Works since 2005. He's a passionate linguist and technologist who loves to cook, breathe, and spend time with his family.About Nimdzi Live: There is a shadow industry driving the growth of ALL global brands: Localization. Let’s talk globalization, localization, translation, interpretation, language, and culture, with an emphasis on how it affects your business, whether you have a scrappy start-up or are working in a top global brand.Would you like to be a guest on Nimdzi Live? Or you know somebody who should? Email live@nimdzi.com or reach out to info@nimdzi.com so we can coordinate!

Jan 15, 2024 • 1h 4min
Human Meets AI: A chat about "Human Approved" feat. Marta Castello
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 moved to Lisbon in 2019. Since 2022, she has held the role of operations manager in the startup Creative AI, which deals with data for artificial intelligence, and thus comes into contact with the reality of CW ready to entrust her, in 2023, with the role of innovation manager. This new challenge allows her to give her creativity and tireless curiosity space.About Nimdzi Live: A shadow industry is driving the growth of ALL global brands: Localization. Let’s talk about globalization, localization, translation, interpretation, language, and culture, emphasizing how they affect your business, whether you have a scrappy start-up or are working for a top global brand.Would you like to be a guest on Nimdzi Live? Or you know somebody who should? Email live@nimdzi.com or reach out to info@nimdzi.com so we can coordinate!

Nov 18, 2023 • 1h 4min
Open AI's newest release and its impact on localization professionals
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 navigating this evolving frontier.About Laszlo: Strategic thinker, practical doer, forever curious, and hungry to learn. Passionate about everything that makes successful companies tick, especially Change Driven Technology and Technology-Driven Change, Lean(er) Operations and Supply Chain, B2B Sales and Partnerships, Strategic Programs, and Organizational Change.About: Konstantin: Founder of an implementation startup, Custom.MT has been a researcher in the localization industry since 2012—an industry influencer, networker, and consultant.About Marina: Marina is a Senior Group Manager at RWS. Marina holds a PhD in Theoretical Linguistics and is passionate about data, technology, and exploring new areas of knowledge. She leads a team that develops solutions for Crowd Localization, covering tech solutions, BI, linguistic quality, community management, and more.About Renato: CEO and Co-Founder Renato brings decades of experience everywhere. With extensive experience in international consulting, market research, sales, and marketing, Renato provides the strategic direction that helps Nimdzi better serve clients worldwide.About Nimdzi Live:There is a shadow industry driving the growth of ALL global brands: Localization. Let’s talk globalization, localization, translation, interpretation, language, and culture, with an emphasis on how it affects your business, whether you have a scrappy start-up or are working in a top global brand.Would you like to be a guest on Nimdzi Live? Or you know somebody who should? Email live@nimdzi.com or reach out to info@nimdzi.com so we can coordinate!
Nov 17, 2023 • 53min
Bridge the gap: AI to enhance translation workflows feat. Joe and Helena
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 AI. They speak daily with customers who face the same challenges: translating with quality while doing this effectively, and will share key insights with you.About Nimdzi Live: A shadow industry is driving the growth of ALL global brands: Localization. Let’s talk globalization, localization, translation, interpretation, language, and culture, emphasizing how it affects your business, whether you have a scrappy start-up or are working in a top global brand.Would you like to be a guest on Nimdzi Live? Or you know somebody who should? Email live@nimdzi.com or reach out to info@nimdzi.com so we can coordinate!
Nov 16, 2023 • 1h
What does it make and take an LSP to build a TBMS ft. Ana Boisteanu, Samara Hickman & Radoslaw Fenc
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 industry experts who have navigated through it successfully.About Ana: Currently Chief Strategy Officer at Mondia Technologies. With over a decade of experience in the localization industry, she's been part of each phase of the company's growth journey, from startup to maturity. She holds an MBA from Imperial College Business School.About Samara: With a career spanning 15 years in the language services industry, running high profile contracts across both Translation and Interpreting, Samara is a seasoned Operations Management professional. In her role as Chief Operations Officer for the Mondia Group, she brings with her a deft eye for operational planning and performance and an unmatched knowledge of the language services Industry.About Radoslaw: Radosław (Radek) is a Product Manager for Traduno TBMS, a linguist, and a localization technology aficionado. He analyses the business needs and helps establish the roadmap for the system development. Outside work, he dabbles in woodworking, gaming and reading fantasy and sci-fi books.About Nimdzi Live: A shadow industry is driving the growth of ALL global brands: Localization. Let’s talk globalization, localization, translation, interpretation, language, and culture, emphasizing how it affects your business, whether you have a scrappy start-up or are working in a top global brand.Would you like to be a guest on Nimdzi Live? Or you know somebody who should? Email live@nimdzi.com or reach out to info@nimdzi.com so we can coordinate!


