Eddie Arrieta
Eddie developed the startup world for the past decade, cofounded ventures, and deepened his knowledge of media, communications, business intelligence, and growth. Today, he is focused on identifying global expansion opportunities through communications, technology, and innovation, specifically in AI, ML, and blockchain. As a remote professional, Eddie believes we can build a world where opportunities are available to all.
It’s a Sign: AI Platform for Teaching American Sign Language Aims to Bridge Communication Gaps
American Sign Language is the third most prevalent language in the United States — but there are vastly fewer AI tools developed with ASL...
Government of Canada invests more than $1.4 billion to strengthen official languages education across Canada
Canada is proud of its bilingual status and continues to invest to support education in both official languages. By working in collaboration with provinces...
Interpreters Unlimited Partners with Diya Health to Introduce New AI-Powered Interpretation and Translation for Healthcare
SAN DIEGO, February 6, 2025 — Interpreters Unlimited (IU), a leading provider of language services has partnered with Diya Health, a visionary digital health SaaS...
Jorgelina Venturi
I originally came from the information technology (IT) world, but I always had a love for languages. Back in 2014, I crossed paths with Charles Campbell, the founder and president of tbo, who offered me a job as a project manager.
Lize Spies
My work at Folio Online combines my passion for language with my love for people. Meeting interesting people from across the globe and learning about different cultures and languages is priceless. However, my greatest joy is facilitating communication and empowering people from the ground up.
Richard Sikes
To earn some extra cash in 1982, I worked for a German businessman doing backstage technical interpretation for American theater companies touring Europe. The American lighting designers and the European backstage teams had different visions of what constitutes quality.
Merlindia A. Romelus
Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve been deeply passionate about reading and writing. This love for language naturally led me to pursue a degree in Linguistics at university, where I developed a strong foundation in the complexities of language and its various forms.
Marco Russo
From a young age, I’ve always had a deep passion for languages and translation. Even during my school years, I was constantly fascinated by how languages work and how meaning can be conveyed across different cultures.
Smith Nord
I have always been passionate about foreign languages, especially English. When I was in Grade 11 in 2004, the US marines came to Haiti following political unrest, and a lot of my friends who knew English were hired as interpreters.
Masehlabaka Mokose
My passion for languages and education naturally led me to the language industry. Growing up, I was always fascinated by the power of language to bridge cultures and communicate ideas. My love for French, in particular, deepened as I pursued my Bachelor of Education with French as my major.
Mohamed Hussein
I was born and raised in Northern Virginia, in a multilingual household. My parents were immigrants from Somalia and instilled in me the importance of language and culture. At home, we spoke Somali, and I learned Arabic as a kid. I spent six years in the Middle East studying Arabic formally.
Daniele Cocozza
It was, in a way, a happy accident that led me to the language industry. My passion has always been sports, and I initially set out to build a career in that field. However, a last-minute decision during university years led me to translation studies.
Ahmed Abdulmajeed
My journey into the language industry began out of necessity. When I arrived in the US as a refugee, knowing that my medical degree from Iraq wouldn’t be immediately transferable, I needed a way to sustain myself while I navigated this new reality.
Hidden Gems
Here, we feature ten individuals from around the globe who were nominated by their colleagues in recognition of their exceptional talent and dedication. We asked them to discuss their career choices, skill development, and what drives them to make a difference every day.
Language Companies and the Generative AI Boom
With GenAI in its nascent stage, language companies that use this emerging technology are in uncharted territory. In this article, ten of the most influential companies in the industry explain how they are leveraging GenAI to improve outcomes for their teams and customers.
The Week in Review: September 25, 2023
In this edition of the Week in Review, a diverse array of news stories.
We delve into the impact of AI-driven translation apps on the...
The Week in Review: September 18, 2023
In this edition of the Week in Review, we bring you a diverse range of stories from AI models to the role of indigenous...
The Week in Review: September 11, 2023
In this edition of the Week in Review, we bring you a diverse range of stories from around the globe, spanning education, technology, governance,...
10 TikTok Accounts to Follow
TikTok bans around the world put the social media channel on its heels in the past few months. However, amidst these challenges, language professionals and companies found a unique opportunity to leave their mark on TikTok. This article highlights 10 notable accounts and their contributions.
Running Remote Conference 2023 — Uniting remote work advocates and industry pioneers in Lisbon
The highly anticipated Running Remote Conference 2023, the world's largest remote-work conference, took place in the vibrant city of Lisbon, Portugal, on April 25-26....
Event Recap: JUNTOS’ Vamos Juntos 2023 Conference — Insights, learnings, and networking opportunities for language industry professionals
JUNTOS' Vamos Juntos 2023 Conference brought together language service providers (LSPs), linguists, and other industry professionals in the Copacabana neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on March 27 and 28.