Tag: Bill Rivers

collage of influencers April 2026 issue

Influencing the Industry

These diverse language professionals are united by a passion to see the industry thrive. They define "influence" as a responsibility to ensure global access and equity, emphasizing that while technology is evolving, human judgment, cultural intelligence, and collaboration remain vital.
Statue of Liberty

From Vendors to Guardians

Executive Order 14224, signed in March 2025, declared English as the official language of United States federal agencies. The author calls for language service providers to publicly oppose the order and to become fierce advocates for language access policies and standards.

AAITE Edu-Con 2025

With the timely theme of “Bridging Human Expertise and AI,” the event brought language professionals together to reflect, connect, and lead with purpose as AI and changes in the regulatory landscape continue to reshape language access.

The Power of Human Expertise: Reflections From LEO10

LEO’s 10th International Virtual Conference in early December brought together hundreds of language professionals to reflect, connect, and prepare for the future of our evolving industry.