S06E02: Global Scaling of Language Services

In this episode of The Translation Company Talk, we speak with Dimitri Stoquart. We discuss how LSPs can and should scale up, technology enablement, legal and financial structuring and everything else related to acquisitions and organic growth. We take a deep dive into the current socioeconomic and political as well as technological challenges facing the language industry and how as a global industry we can tackle these issues individually and collectively. Our conversation also covers Dimitri’s personal journey and how Stoquart was able develop resilience and a growth mindset. This episode of the  Translation Company Talk podcast is sponsored by Hybrid Lynx.  

Welcome back to The Translation Company Talk , where we explore the fascinating world of language services! Today’s episode features Giovanna Carriero Contreras, a seasoned expert with over 25 years of experience in translation and interpretation. This inspiring conversation delves into the critical role of language services within the education sector—how they empower students, bridge cultural gaps, and support learning environments across the globe. During our chat, Giovanna shared valuable insights on best practices for working with interpreters, emphasizing the importance of cultural sensitivity and effective communication strategies. She also discussed upcoming resources designed specifically for translators, aiming to provide even more tools and guidance in this vital field. This episode is a must for anyone passionate about language services—whether you're an educator, interpreter, or translation professional looking to deepen your understanding of their impact on education. Don’t miss the chance to learn from Giovanna’s expertise and join us for more enlightening discussions in each episode! The Translation Company Talk podcast is sponsored by Hybrid Lynx.

Welcome back to The Translation Company Talk, where we dive deep into the world of language services and explore its impact on our global society. Today, we have a truly inspiring guest joining us. Lucio Bagnulo is our guest and he is the Deputy Director and Head of Translation and Language Strategy at Amnesty International. Lucio brings a wealth of experience to the table, having dedicated his career to bridging communication gaps in humanitarian and human rights crises. In this episode, we’ll be discussing the crucial role language plays in delivering aid and advocating for human rights. From tackling translation challenges in complex situations to highlighting the importance of cultural sensitivity, Lucio will offer invaluable insights into the often-overlooked world of humanitarian and human rights translation. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation that shines a light on the power of language in making a real difference in people’s lives. This episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast is brought to you by Hybrid Lynx.

Translation Company Talk brings you another episode with an exciting topic to discuss. We hear from Anna Wyndham, Head of Research at Slator, about the current state of language industry. She reviews the findings of the ALC Industry Survey conducted this past summer. Among the topics we discuss, she provides insights about the demand for language services in general, the impact of AI and LLMs on language service providers, breakdown of demand for translation vs interpreting services, new and emerging use cases for language service providers and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Translation Company Talk podcast on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Audible or your platform of choice and give this interview a 5 star rating. This episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast is brought to you by Hybrid Lynx.

The Translation Company Talk podcast brings you another exciting and highly anticipated conversation. Today we hear from Vincent Henderson, VP of AI Technologies at Lionbridge, about the impact of AI on language services and language service providers. Vincent is a visionary in the field and has extensive experience in the localization and publishing industry, and covers this topic based on today’s realities of our industry. He also shares what kind of evolution is at play, how AI is disrupting this industry from outside and inside, how it will impact LSPs of both large and small sizes, and how will the role of linguists will shift into something new. Make sure to subscribe to the Translation Company Talk podcasts on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Audible or your platform of choice and give this episode a five star rating. This episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast is sponsored by Hybrid Lynx.

In this episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast, we speak with Silja Korkko from Semantix about RFPs and proposals for LSPs. While most of us are used to traditional sales methods, the structured government and enterprise procurement heavily relies on the concept of outreach through RFPs, RFI, RFQ, RSOs and other forms solicitation mechanisms. Silja is an experienced language industry veteran and an experienced bid manager with extensive experience and impressive credentials. She shares her thoughts and opinions on way that bidders can gain an advantage through the procurement process. Make sure to subscribe to the Translation Company Talk podcast on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Audible or your platform of choice and give this episode a five star rating. This episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast is sponsored by Hybrid Lynx.

In this episode of The Translation Company Talk, we welcome back Jordan Evans, CEO of Language Network and Managing Partner of HireGlobo, an industry expert with deep insights into scaling Language Service Providers (LSPs) and building global teams. We dive into how LSPs are scaling up today, touching on virtual teams' structure, business enablement, and the challenges faced with managing hybrid teams across global locations. Jordan also discusses the technological hurdles that come with operating a global, hybrid team and shares strategies for overcoming them. As we explore the intricacies of global expansion, Jordan provides valuable advice on how LSPs can structure their businesses to fully benefit from a global presence, while carefully balancing the risks of scaling too quickly. He shares insights on how to manage cultural shifts within a growing team and explains how scaling impacts not just operations, but also the supply chain, including the linguist community. We also delve into the financial aspects of scaling, such as preparing for investment costs, evaluating different geographical jurisdictions, and the pros and cons of mergers and acquisitions as a growth strategy. Whether you're part of an LSP or another industry, this episode is full of practical advice on building and sustaining a thriving global team. Subscribe to the Translation Company Talk podcast on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Audible or your platform of choice. This episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast is brought to you by Hybrid Lynx.

Translation Company Talk brings you another exciting conversation. Today we hear from Sakshi Vaidya about professionalization of linguist business practices. While our linguist colleagues are amazing at what they do as translators, interpreters, language trainers and so on, this interview is about they handle their independent contractor businesses. In this interview we cover a variety of topics such as marketing of linguist profiles, finance, customer service, use of technology and working with LSPs. This is a very timely and important conversation as our linguist colleagues are experiencing the evolution of the language services industry in real time. Make sure to subscribe to Translation Company Talk podcast on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Audible or your platform of choice and give this interview a five star rating. This episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast is sponsored by Hybrid Lynx.

The Translation Company Talk podcast brings you another exciting episode. Shamus Sayed, Vice President of IU breaks down the complexity of RFPs and how LSPs can leverage this procurement tool to acquire government and enterprise level business. Shamus is a visionary and industry leader and has extensive experience in delivering large scale linguistic services for the government sector across several jurisdictions. He discuss topics such as how to analyze RFPs, preparing proposal responses, formats of proposals, building relationships with RFP issuers, and much more in this important conversation. Subscribe to the Translation Company Talk podcast on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Audible or your platform of choice and give this episode a 5 star rating to promote it. This episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast is brought to you by Hybrid Lynx.

Welcome to another episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast. In this episode we hear from Linda R. Zamora, President & CEO of Iberican Language Services, Inc. about how LSPs deliver interpreting services for law firms. She is speaking about her experience in the State of California. We cover a variety of topics in this conversation, including the nature of language requirements by law firms and legal sector in general, type of translators that are good fit for this type of service, how can LSPs build interpreting infrastructure for this type of service, issues and concerns we encounter when dealing with this industry and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the Translation Company Talk podcast on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, Audible or your platform of choice and give this episode a 5 star rating. Stay tuned for more interesting interview coming your way in the next few days. This episode of the Translation Company Talk podcast is brought to you by Hybrid Lynx.