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Fostering Growth and Global Success in Manufacturing - Caitríona Mordan- VistaTalks Ep #163

Fostering Growth and Global Success in Manufacturing - Caitríona Mordan- VistaTalks Ep #163

Staying ahead in any global market is an essential factor. This focus is especially critical in the manufacturing sector. It requires more than expertise—it demands collaboration, innovation, and strategic vision. On this episode of VistaTalks, Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Caitríona Mordan, Cluster Manager of atim (Advanced Technologies in Manufacturing) cluster, to explore how the organization is shaping the future of manufacturing. From digital transformation to sustainability and workforc

Feb 19, • 35:46

AI for Local and Global Business Growth with Polly Barnfield OBE - VistaTalks Ep 162

AI for Local and Global Business Growth with Polly Barnfield OBE - VistaTalks Ep 162

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how businesses operate, but for many, the challenge is not just understanding AI—it's implementing it in a way that delivers real, measurable impact. On a recent episode of VistaTalks, Polly Barnfield OBE, Founder and CEO of Maybe*, shared her insights on how AI is helping businesses of all sizes, from global enterprises to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), embrace digital transformation.

Feb 5, • 33:57

Embracing Multiculturalism and Technology with Paolo Ragone, Giuseppe Rodio, and Annelie Wambeek - VistaTalks Ep 161

Embracing Multiculturalism and Technology with Paolo Ragone, Giuseppe Rodio, and Annelie Wambeek - VistaTalks Ep 161

In this episode of VistaTalks, host María Roa takes us on an enlightening journey through the intersection of multiculturalism, intercultural collaboration, and technology with three exceptional guests: Paolo Ragone, Giuseppe Rodio, and Annelie Wambeek. Representing diverse professional backgrounds and global perspectives, they explore how embracing cultural differences fosters innovation, inclusivity, and growth in today’s interconnected world.

Jan 22, • 35:35

The Future of Localization: Insights and Strategies with Alex Zekakis - VistaTalks Ep #160

The Future of Localization: Insights and Strategies with Alex Zekakis - VistaTalks Ep #160

In the latest episode of VistaTalks, host Simon Hodgkins is in discussion with Alex Zekakis, Chief Customer Officer (CCO) at XTM International, to discuss the rapidly evolving world of localization. From AI's transformative role to the power of leadership principles like empathy, Alex shared valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities businesses face as they navigate the global marketplace. Alex brings a unique perspective with over 15 years of experience in localization, project man

Jan 8, • 33:08

Reflecting on an Inspiring Year of VistaTalks - Ep #159

Reflecting on an Inspiring Year of VistaTalks - Ep #159

As we wrap up another incredible year at VistaTalks, Hosts Simon Hodgkins and María Roa took a moment to reflect on the year’s standout moments in a special holiday episode. With 25 episodes featuring 25 extraordinary guests, this year was packed with fascinating discussions, insightful interviews, and groundbreaking ideas across industries like global business, localization, AI, and healthcare.

Dec 27, 2024 • 18:03

Why Sonic Branding Matters in Today's World with Sietze Rademaker - VistaTalks Ep #158

Why Sonic Branding Matters in Today's World with Sietze Rademaker - VistaTalks Ep #158

Sietze Rademaker, the Business Development Director at Sonic Minds, joins VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins for an insightful conversation about the transformative role of Sonic branding in today's dynamic business landscape. With a career spanning Spotify, Vice, and Epidemic Sound, Sietze brings a wealth of experience to his current work in shaping the soundscapes of global brands.

Dec 11, 2024 • 26:47

How Mentorship Sparked a Podcast with Daniel Costa and Ingveldur St. Ingveldardóttir - VistaTalks Ep 157

How Mentorship Sparked a Podcast with Daniel Costa and Ingveldur St. Ingveldardóttir - VistaTalks Ep 157

This episode of VistaTalks featured an inspiring conversation with two dynamic professionals in the localization industry: Daniel Costa, a lead Portuguese linguist and experienced podcaster, and Ingveldur St. Ingveldardóttir, a creative Icelandic linguist with a passion for language and detail. Their story is a testament to the power of mentorship and collaboration, culminating in the creation of their podcast, Translation Matters.

Nov 27, 2024 • 24:44

Leadership Insights in a Changing European Landscape with Noelle O'Connell - VistaTalks Ep #156

Leadership Insights in a Changing European Landscape with Noelle O'Connell - VistaTalks Ep #156

In this episode of VistaTalks, Noelle O'Connell, CEO of European Movement Ireland and Vice President of European Movement International, is in discussion with Host Simon Hodgkins. Noelle has a distinguished European public policy, communications, and leadership career. She shares her insights into Ireland's evolving role within the EU, the importance of embracing cultural diversity in business, and the future of digital transformation in Europe.

Nov 13, 2024 • 42:37

Breaking Language Barriers for a Better World with Aimee Ansari - VistaTalks Ep #155

Breaking Language Barriers for a Better World with Aimee Ansari - VistaTalks Ep #155

Aimee Ansari, the Chief Executive of CLEAR Global and Executive Director of Translators without Borders (TWB), is in conversation with VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins. With over 30 years of experience as an aid worker, Aimee passionately shares her journey and the mission behind CLEAR Global, a nonprofit organization dedicated to breaking down language barriers so people worldwide can access vital information and have their voices heard.

Oct 30, 2024 • 28:36

Stay Left, Shift Left, 10x: Redefining Healthcare with Martin Curley - VistaTalks Ep 154

Stay Left, Shift Left, 10x: Redefining Healthcare with Martin Curley - VistaTalks Ep 154

Professor Martin Curley, a well-known and respected figure in the world of digital health and innovation, joins VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins. With an illustrious career spanning over three decades in IT and healthcare, Professor Curley is known for his forward-thinking initiatives in transforming healthcare systems worldwide. Currently a Professor of Innovation at Maynooth University, Curley brings a wealth of experience from his leadership roles at Intel, Mastercard, and the Health Service Ex

Oct 16, 2024 • 55:14

Audience Interaction, Content, and Technology at TV 2 Danmark with Astrid Illum - VistaTalks Ep #153

Audience Interaction, Content, and Technology at TV 2 Danmark with Astrid Illum - VistaTalks Ep #153

VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Astrid Illum, Director & Product Leader of Audience Interaction at TV 2 Danmark, to discuss her inspiring transition from the international logistics giant DFDS to a diverse and locally focused media landscape at TV 2. Astrid offers a refreshing glimpse into her journey, new responsibilities, and the exciting challenges ahead as she brings a personal touch to technology-led content experiences.

Oct 2, 2024 • 19:24

The Brave, Bold, Brilliant Approach to Global Business with Jeannette Linfoot - VistaTalks Ep #152

The Brave, Bold, Brilliant Approach to Global Business with Jeannette Linfoot - VistaTalks Ep #152

Jeannette Linfoot, the former corporate CEO turned entrepreneur, mentor, and investor, shared invaluable insights on leadership, business growth, and the importance of being "brave, bold, and brilliant" in global business. Over the last 30+ years, Jeannette has successfully implemented this approach into the businesses she ran as a corporate CEO and the many companies and organizations she advises.

Sep 18, 2024 • 28:35

Exploring Leadership, AI, and the Future of Healthcare with Martin McCormack - VistaTalks Ep #151

Exploring Leadership, AI, and the Future of Healthcare with Martin McCormack - VistaTalks Ep #151

Martin McCormack, a distinguished leader in healthcare, joins VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins on this episode. Martin is the Chief Executive Officer at the College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland and a member of several prestigious healthcare committees, including the Citizens' Jury on AI in Healthcare and the HSE Board Technology and Transformation Committee.

Sep 6, 2024 • 47:25

The Importance of Super User Engagement with Naomh McElhatton - VistaTalks Ep #150

The Importance of Super User Engagement with Naomh McElhatton - VistaTalks Ep #150

VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins catches up with Naomh McElhatton, CEO and Co-founder of dara & Co. Naomh is on a mission to transform lives by addressing the fundamental human need for self-awareness, resilience, and effective communication. Her journey, deeply rooted in personal experience, has shaped a platform not just about education but empowering individuals to thrive in all aspects of life.

Aug 23, 2024 • 31:25

Exploring Trustworthy AI with Louise McCormack - VistaTalks Ep #149

Exploring Trustworthy AI with Louise McCormack - VistaTalks Ep #149

Host Simon Hodgkins discusses the world of Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Louise McCormack, a PhD Researcher and industry expert. With her extensive experience, Louise is at the forefront of bridging academia and industry while focusing on the critical area of AI ethics and governance.

Aug 7, 2024 • 35:25

Building Effective Globalization Programs with Alessandra Binazzi - VistaTalks Ep #148

Building Effective Globalization Programs with Alessandra Binazzi - VistaTalks Ep #148

Alessandra Binazzi, Principal Consultant at First Sights Consulting, joins Host María Roa to discuss the intricacies of globalization strategy. A seasoned globalization professional, Alessandra shared her extensive knowledge on building and scaling globalization programs that drive global expansion and revenue growth.

Jul 24, 2024 • 29:40

Next-Gen Localization and AI Innovations with Sara Basile - VistaTalks Ep #147

Next-Gen Localization and AI Innovations with Sara Basile - VistaTalks Ep #147

Sara Basile, Product Director at XTM International, joins Host María Roa for an enlightening conversation on the cutting-edge advancements in localization technology and the role of AI in transforming global communication. Sara's extensive background in the industry, coupled with her passion for languages and innovation, made for an engaging and informative discussion.

Jul 10, 2024 • 31:31

The Content Wrangler's Guide to Future-Proofing Your Strategy - Scott Abel - VistaTalks Ep #146

The Content Wrangler's Guide to Future-Proofing Your Strategy - Scott Abel - VistaTalks Ep #146

In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Scott Abel, the renowned "Content Wrangler," to discuss his journey, insights on content strategy, and the evolving role of AI in content creation and management. Scott's extensive experience and thought leadership in the field of content strategy have earned him a place among the top 50 most influential marketing thought leaders by Brand Quarterly Magazine. In this engaging conversation, Scott shares his unique perspective on the c

Jun 26, 2024 • 29:44

Effective Global Strategies and AI Insights with Kevin O'Donnell VistaTalks Ep #145

Effective Global Strategies and AI Insights with Kevin O'Donnell VistaTalks Ep #145

In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins and Kevin O'Donnell, the founder of Global10x, talk about AI, Localization, and Global Strategy in this episode of VistaTalks. Kevin is a seasoned international expansion and growth advisor with experience in B2B product and growth leadership. Having held senior positions at industry giants like Dropbox, Microsoft, and Nitro, Kevin brings invaluable insights into the intricacies of international product growth, localization strategies, and successful glob

Jun 12, 2024 • 27:07

Revolutionizing Multimedia Localization Using AI with Tom Bridges - VistaTalks Ep #144

Revolutionizing Multimedia Localization Using AI with Tom Bridges - VistaTalks Ep #144

VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins talks with Tom Bridges, the Founder and CEO of CaptionHub, on this episode. With a career that spans the bustling streets of London to the cutting edge of multimedia localization, Tom has been a trailblazer in the industry. This conversation discussed CaptionHub's innovative solutions and the transformative role of AI in content creation and localization.

May 29, 2024 • 24:38

Exploring Life Sciences Localization with Jackie Janeri - Ep #143

Exploring Life Sciences Localization with Jackie Janeri - Ep #143

Vistatec Life Sciences expert Jackie Janeri joins Host María Roa on this episode of VistaTalks. Jackie is a seasoned professional with an illustrious career in the localization industry, particularly within Life Sciences. Jackie's expertise shines through her extensive experience in program management at Vistatec Life Sciences, where she leads successful initiatives in multilingual content management, translation best practices, and more.

May 16, 2024 • 19:48

From Think Tank to Industry Powerhouse: TAUS Evolution - Anne-Maj van der Meer - VistaTalks #142

From Think Tank to Industry Powerhouse: TAUS Evolution - Anne-Maj van der Meer - VistaTalks #142

In this episode of the VistaTalks podcast, Anne-Maj van der Meer, the dynamic Head of Sales, Marketing, and Events at TAUS, shares helpful insights into the evolving landscape of the translation industry, her pivotal role at TAUS and the innovative strides they are making in language technology.

May 1, 2024 • 22:05

Lighting the Path for Leadership and Change in Global Contexts - Breda McCague - VistaTalks #141

Lighting the Path for Leadership and Change in Global Contexts - Breda McCague - VistaTalks #141

VistaTalks welcomes Breda McCague for an insightful discussion on change, leadership, and empowerment in the world of transformation. With a vibrant background, including two decades of expertise in coaching and financial services, Breda shares her unique perspective on leadership, resilience, emotional intelligence, and the art of navigating change.

Apr 17, 2024 • 29:46

Shaping the Future of Digital Wellbeing and Safety - Tara O’Sullivan - VistaTalks Ep #140

Shaping the Future of Digital Wellbeing and Safety - Tara O’Sullivan - VistaTalks Ep #140

Tara O'Sullivan, the Chief Marketing Officer at Zevo Health, joins VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins in this episode. Tara shares her extensive experience and innovative perspective on the conversation of digital content, trust, and safety in an evolving global legal landscape.

Apr 3, 2024 • 41:45

Unveiling the Future of Machine Translation - Aneta Sapeta - VistaTalks #139

Unveiling the Future of Machine Translation - Aneta Sapeta - VistaTalks #139

In a thought-provoking episode of VistaTalks, Aneta Sapeta, a distinguished Machine Translation Specialist at Vistatec, shares her profound insights into the dynamic realm of machine translation (MT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and its integration within the localization industry.

Mar 20, 2024 • 30:12

Business Success, Digital Innovation and Marketing In China - Ashley Dudarenok - VistaTalks #138

Business Success, Digital Innovation and Marketing In China - Ashley Dudarenok - VistaTalks #138

In the dynamic Chinese market, it becomes imperative to spotlight leaders who are not just navigating through these changes but are also setting benchmarks for others to follow. One such visionary is Ashley Dudarenok, a Chinese serial entrepreneur, an award-winning marketing professional, and a prolific author. Her recent appearance on VistaTalks offered profound insights into China's digital revolution, marketing innovations, and the future of retail and e-commerce that resonate globally.

Mar 6, 2024 • 26:58

Empathy, Education, and Localization Success at ClickUp - Paulina Makles - VistaTalks #137

Empathy, Education, and Localization Success at ClickUp - Paulina Makles - VistaTalks #137

Paulina Makles, a seasoned Localization Program Manager at ClickUp, shares her extensive experience and insights into the world of localization with VistaTalks Host María Roa. Paulina's journey from a translator to a leading voice in localization offers valuable lessons for translation and localization professionals across industries.

Feb 21, 2024 • 26:15

Life Sciences Localization Strategy and Insights - Karen Tkaczyk - Ep 136

Life Sciences Localization Strategy and Insights - Karen Tkaczyk - Ep 136

Life Sciences expert Karen Tkaczyk joins VistaTalks host María Roa on this podcast episode. Karen is a distinguished figure in the translation and language services sector, particularly within the life sciences domain. Currently Director of Sales – Life Sciences at Vistatec, Karen possesses a rare blend of scientific expertise and linguistic prowess, making her contributions invaluable to companies aiming to globalize their operations. Karen's journey is a testament to her passion for chemis

Feb 7, 2024 • 26:39

Shaping the Future of Localization with AI and Strategic Vision - Jason Hemingway - Ep 135

Shaping the Future of Localization with AI and Strategic Vision - Jason Hemingway - Ep 135

In an enlightening episode of VistaTalks, Simon Hodgkins welcomed Jason Hemingway, the Chief Marketing Officer at Phrase, for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of localization, marketing, and AI.

Jan 24, 2024 • 40:17

Navigating New Frontiers in Multilingual Magazine Publishing - Marjolein Groot - VistaTalks Ep #134

Navigating New Frontiers in Multilingual Magazine Publishing - Marjolein Groot - VistaTalks Ep #134

VistaTalks host Simon Hodgkins welcomes Marjolein Groot Nibbelink, the esteemed CEO and Publisher of MultiLingual magazine, to this informative episode. Marjolein's journey from a globetrotting communicator to a leading figure in the language media publishing industry encapsulates a story of innovation, adaptability, and global influence.

Jan 10, 2024 • 26:09

A Year in Review: Insights and Innovations in AI, Localization, and More! - VistaTalks Ep #133

A Year in Review: Insights and Innovations in AI, Localization, and More! - VistaTalks Ep #133

This special episode of the VistaTalks podcast offers a moment to reflect and celebrate the insights and innovations discussed throughout the year. Hosted by Simon Hodgkins and María Roa, this special year-in-review episode looks at some of the guests and episodes and the diverse landscapes of AI, healthcare, localization, and much more.

Dec 27, 2023 • 15:05

A Guide for Effective Global Content and Localization - Mimi Moore - VistaTalks Ep #132

A Guide for Effective Global Content and Localization - Mimi Moore - VistaTalks Ep #132

Mimi Moore joins María Roa on this episode of VistaTalks. Mimi shares her extensive expertise in content marketing and localization. With over a quarter-century in the industry, she has honed her skills in collaborating with globalization teams and language service providers, aiding B2B enterprises in their marketing endeavors.

Dec 13, 2023 • 29:38

Globalization and Localization Strategy Insights - Edith Bendermacher - VistaTalks - Ep #131

Globalization and Localization Strategy Insights - Edith Bendermacher - VistaTalks - Ep #131

Edith Bendermacher, Director of Globalization Strategy and Localization Operations at NetApp, recently joined Host Simon Hodgkins on the VistaTalks podcast. With her extensive experience, Edith shared valuable insights into her role, the challenges and opportunities in globalization, and her passion for mentoring in the localization industry.

Nov 29, 2023 • 25:50

Decoding the Intricacies of Life Sciences Localization - María Mateos - VistaTalks - Ep #130

Decoding the Intricacies of Life Sciences Localization - María Mateos - VistaTalks - Ep #130

In the intricate world of life sciences, the importance of localization extends far beyond mere translation. It's a critical component that ensures patient safety, regulatory compliance, and the successful global deployment of medical products and services. María Mateos, an expert in localization and life sciences, recently shed light on the nuances of this field and how companies like Vistatec are leading the charge in providing specialized services that meet the industry's stringent de

Nov 15, 2023 • 23:24

Winning Localization Strategies: From Challenges to Solutions with LocStep - John Walsh - VistaTalks Ep #129

Winning Localization Strategies: From Challenges to Solutions with LocStep - John Walsh - VistaTalks Ep #129

In the rapidly changing world of localization, John Walsh, Co-founder of LocStep Vendor Management Solutions, stands out by providing helpful solutions for companies, teams, and individuals looking to improve their localization programs and successes. In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins discusses the approach of LocStep with John Walsh. With a rich history of optimizing localization processes at tech behemoths like Google, Meta, Twitter, and McAfee and a recent enlightening appearance on the Vi

Nov 1, 2023 • 27:06

 Medtech Innovation and Global Success - Emer Sherry - VistaTalks Ep #128

Medtech Innovation and Global Success - Emer Sherry - VistaTalks Ep #128

In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Emer Sherry, Senior Executive, Public Policy and Regulatory Affairs at Irish Medtech Association, Ibec. The Irish Medtech Association is the business association within Ibec representing the medical technology sector. The Irish Medtech Association has more than 250 members located throughout the island of Ireland. The group’s broad focus is to promote and support an environment that encourages the sustainable development and profitable growth of

Oct 18, 2023 • 36:21

Navigating Medical Device Regulation with Boston Scientific's Olga van Grol-Lawlor - VistaTalks Ep #127

Navigating Medical Device Regulation with Boston Scientific's Olga van Grol-Lawlor - VistaTalks Ep #127

In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Olga van Grol-Lawlor, Senior Global Regulatory Intelligence and Advocacy Manager at Boston Scientific. The medical device industry stands at the intersection of healthcare and technology, continuously pushing the boundaries of what's possible. However, with innovation comes the need for regulation, a topic that often finds itself at the center of many industry discussions. Olga and Simon discuss the current and future requirements in the medi

Oct 4, 2023 • 44:02

The Process Innovation Challenge, Localization Institute, and LocWorld - Alex Bernet - VistaTalks Ep #126

The Process Innovation Challenge, Localization Institute, and LocWorld - Alex Bernet - VistaTalks Ep #126

In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Alex Bernet, Manager of the Master Class Program at The Localization Institute and Co-Producer of LocWorld's Process Innovation Challenge (PIC). Alex shares information on the PIC, a platform for innovations and innovators in the localization and translation industry. The Process Innovation Challenge is an event held during the Localization World conferences. It comprises a challenge event where innovators have a chance to pitch their ideas

Sep 20, 2023 • 24:06

Women in Localization - Celebrating in Style - VistaTalks Ep #125

Women in Localization - Celebrating in Style - VistaTalks Ep #125

In this episode of VistaTalks, Host María Roa is joined by the Founders of Women in Localization, Anna N. Schlegel, Silvia Avary, and Eva Klaudinyova. Women in Localization is proud to be celebrating its 15th anniversary. Anna, Silvia, and Eva share information about this important milestone and the planned event celebrating the now global organization.

Sep 7, 2023 • 20:17

Bridging Global Reach with Local Impact - Pedro Guerra Ribeiro - VistaTalks Ep #124

Bridging Global Reach with Local Impact - Pedro Guerra Ribeiro - VistaTalks Ep #124

In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Pedro Guerra Ribeiro, Localization Analyst - Vendor & Project Management at Qualtrics, the leader and creator of the experience management category. More than 18,750 organizations around the world use Qualtrics’ advanced AI to listen, understand, and take action.

Aug 23, 2023 • 27:15

Decoding Movement, Language Apps, and Global Product Marketing - Elliott Rayner - VistaTalks Ep #123

Decoding Movement, Language Apps, and Global Product Marketing - Elliott Rayner - VistaTalks Ep #123

In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Elliott Rayner, Chief Marketing Officer at ARION. Elliott’s career has taken him from sporting giants like adidas and ASICS to his current role. Rayner's passion for marketing and innovation, particularly in the sports industry, is evident in his professional journey. Prior to ARION, Rayner headed the global product marketing function at Babbel, a renowned language learning platform. There, he led a team of product marketers, shaping the prod

Aug 9, 2023 • 31:35

Designing Global Experiences - Carolene Méli - Ep #122

Designing Global Experiences - Carolene Méli - Ep #122

In this episode, Host María Roa is joined by Carolene Méli, a renowned operations coach and consultant for events and entertainment companies. Carolene has spent a significant portion of her career specializing in VIP experiences for global entertainment giant Cirque du Soleil. She has led over 50 guest experience teams in 17 countries throughout her journey and continues to do so today from her base in beautiful Cyprus. Carolene has a unique flair for creating engaging events and creative and h

Jul 26, 2023 • 34:51

Revolutionizing Content and Cultivating Success - Beth Dunn - Ep #121

Revolutionizing Content and Cultivating Success - Beth Dunn - Ep #121

In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Beth Dunn, a visionary Product Content Leader, Author, Consultant, and Coach. Beth pioneered the content design practice at HubSpot, including developing and leading the global HubSpot content design team. Her book, Cultivating Content Design, established Full Stack Content Design as the engine for content-driven, product-led growth. The discussion covers Beth's journey in content, working with HubSpot's content design team, and assisting

Jul 12, 2023 • 35:32

Driving Innovation in the Localization Industry with Dave Ruane, Director of Marketing, XTM International - VistaTalks Ep #120

Driving Innovation in the Localization Industry with Dave Ruane, Director of Marketing, XTM International - VistaTalks Ep #120

In this episode, host María Roa catches up with Dave Ruane, a dynamic individual who has significantly contributed to the localization industry. Dave is the Director of Marketing at XTM International and serves on the Board of Directors for the Globalization and Localization Association (GALA). He is also the Co-founder and Chair of the Process Innovation Challenge (PIC), an exciting platform that fosters innovation in the language industry.  In conversation with Dave, we discuss his transition

Jun 28, 2023 • 47:10

The Future of Engaging Healthcare Experiences with Niall O’Driscoll, CEO, vStream Health - VistaTalks Ep #119

The Future of Engaging Healthcare Experiences with Niall O’Driscoll, CEO, vStream Health - VistaTalks Ep #119

In this episode, Host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Niall O'Driscoll, the Chief Executive of vStream Health. Niall shares the importance of culture, localization, and storytelling in healthcare. At vStream Health, the emphasis lies in crafting patient-centric, virtual reality experiences that redefine the relationship between patients, healthcare professionals, and the broader healthcare and life sciences industry. The company boasts a dedicated team of 3D medical animators, writers, director

Jun 14, 2023 • 50:37

Human-Machine Collaboration, and the Future of Translation: Insights from Sharon O'Brien - VistaTalks Ep #118

Human-Machine Collaboration, and the Future of Translation: Insights from Sharon O'Brien - VistaTalks Ep #118

In this episode, Host María Roa is joined by Sharon O’Brien. Effective translation and localization services are critical in a world where communication and understanding are paramount. Sharon O'Brien, the esteemed Associate Dean for Research in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Science at Dublin City University, is a leading expert in translation technology, crisis translation, and machine translation. In this engaging podcast episode, we had the pleasure of discussing O'Brien's

May 31, 2023 • 40:23

Content Super Powers, Engagement and AI - Lee Densmer - #Ep 117

Content Super Powers, Engagement and AI - Lee Densmer - #Ep 117

In this episode, host Simon Hodgkins is joined by Lee Densmer. Lee helps companies create content experiences that bring their global customers closer to the brand. She believes that content can make or break your brand and that content builds relationships, and relationships drive revenue.

May 17, 2023 • 22:50

The Localization Industry, M&A and AI - Annette Lawlor - VistaTalks Ep #116

The Localization Industry, M&A and AI - Annette Lawlor - VistaTalks Ep #116

In this episode, Annette Lawlor, CEO and Founder of Lion People Global, a localization-specific recruitment company, joins host María Roa. Annette is responsible for making connections to drive revenue growth within the global language industry, digital media, and, lately, the AI industry through its mergers & acquisitions and talent & training solutions.

May 3, 2023 • 24:04

The Challenges and Opportunities of UX Design - Peter McNally - VistaTalks Ep #115

The Challenges and Opportunities of UX Design - Peter McNally - VistaTalks Ep #115

In this episode, Peter McNally, a Senior Consultant at the User Experience Center at Bentley University, joins host María Roa. Peter shares information on his background and how he got into the field of UX design. He started out studying graphic design in college but quickly realized that he was more interested in the user experience aspect of design. Peter was always fascinated by how people interacted with technology and how design could be used to improve those interactions.

Apr 19, 2023 • 29:25

Revolutionizing the Urban Experience: KONE’s EVP and CTO on Using Technology to Create Smarter Spaces - Maciej Kranz - VistaTalks Ep #114

Revolutionizing the Urban Experience: KONE’s EVP and CTO on Using Technology to Create Smarter Spaces - Maciej Kranz - VistaTalks Ep #114

In this episode, Maciej Kranz, EVP and CTO, Member of the Executive Board at KONE Corporation, joins host Simon Hodgkins. KONE, a Finnish company specializing in elevators, escalators, and automatic building doors, is using technology to solve issues related to transportation and logistics. Maciej discusses the company's use of sensors and data orchestration to create smoother experiences for people. KONE Corporation has a presence in over 60 countries and 60,000 employees, providing service

Apr 5, 2023 • 35:22

Building High Performing Teams - Karen Jones - Ep #113

Building High Performing Teams - Karen Jones - Ep #113

In this episode, Karen Jones joins host Simon Hodgkins. Karen is the Director of Consulting and Partnerships at Denison Consulting Europe. Karen works with clients to explore their organizational culture, define their current state, and prioritize action to drive delivery.

Mar 22, 2023 • 32:57

The Global Language Industry and LocWorld! - Anne Marie Colliander Lind - Ep #112

The Global Language Industry and LocWorld! - Anne Marie Colliander Lind - Ep #112

In this episode, Anne-Marie Colliander Lind joins host María Roa. Anne-Marie is a recognized force in the global language industry landscape.

Mar 8, 2023 • 24:41

Working in Product Localization Management - Angelica Palli - Ep #111

Working in Product Localization Management - Angelica Palli - Ep #111

In this episode, Angelica Palli joins host María Roa. Angelica is a Product Localization Manager at Babbel. Angelica is a passionate learner with a fondness for foreign languages and personal growth. She strives for efficiency and clarity in everything she does, and although her background is 100% localization, she is very marketing-oriented. Babbel has 13,000 hours of content and more than 50,000 lessons across 14 languages. Babbel was the world’s first language-learning app and is also the bes

Feb 22, 2023 • 26:06

Creating a Localization Department - Alfonso González Bartolessis - Ep #110

Creating a Localization Department - Alfonso González Bartolessis - Ep #110

In this episode, Alfonso González Bartolessis joins host María Roa. Alfonso is a localization professional who has developed his career as a translator, translation manager, and university teacher. He has founded and co-founded several companies and currently works as a Senior Localization Manager in Germany for Sinch. Alfonso has created the localization department for more than nine languages and developed the current translation workflow. He is also TranslaStars CEO, an online learning platfo

Feb 8, 2023 • 22:26

One Platform and 700 Million Daily Visitors - Elizabeth Doss - VistaTalks - Ep #109

One Platform and 700 Million Daily Visitors - Elizabeth Doss - VistaTalks - Ep #109

In this episode, Elizabeth Doss joins host María Roa. Elizabeth is an animated GIF sticker artist. She helps brands and businesses create gifs that lead to greater awareness and engagement on a local and global scale. Whether through social media marketing, email marketing, or even a website. Elizabeth's work in animated GIFs has already grown to over 4 billion views. Elizabeth shares how she got into the design world of animated GIFs and her Izzyink studio business, which now works with many we

Jan 25, 2023 • 28:57

A Special Episode - Think Global Forum Roundtable - Ep #108

A Special Episode - Think Global Forum Roundtable - Ep #108

In this special episode, Simon Hodgkins shares insights into the Think Global Forum Roundtable events. Take a listen to this special episode of the podcast!

Jan 12, 2023 • 6:58

A Special Rewind Episode - VistaTalks - Ep 107

A Special Rewind Episode - VistaTalks - Ep 107

In this special episode, Simon Hodgkins, María Roa, Meredith Hutchinson, and Daniela Fogaça look back over the previous 12 months of podcast episodes. Simon, Maria, Meredith, and Daniela highlight examples of their favorite topics and discussions. Take a listen to this special episode of the podcast!

Dec 28, 2022 • 24:44

Market Strategy and Growth Acceleration Solutions - Patrycja Maksymowicz - VistaTalks - Ep #106

Market Strategy and Growth Acceleration Solutions - Patrycja Maksymowicz - VistaTalks - Ep #106

In this episode, Patrycja Maksymowicz joins host María Roa. Patrycja has over three decades of experience in successful partnerships built around compassionate, empathy-driven business relationships. She was awarded “Quality of the Year” for management and innovative training and has gained numerous industry accreditations. Patrycja is the Founder of Open Solutions Global and the London Business Academy. She is also Chapter Director at Startup Grind, supporting the tech ecosystems in the North o

Dec 21, 2022 • 40:57

Special Episode - Think Global Awards Year - VistaTalks - Ep #105

Special Episode - Think Global Awards Year - VistaTalks - Ep #105

In this episode, podcast hosts María Roa and Simon Hodgkins discuss the latest year of the Think Global Awards. María shares news about year six of the global awards program, including the ten categories, who can enter the awards, and the importance of the awards to companies of all shapes and sizes.

Dec 8, 2022 • 14:48

Top Tips for Conducting International Business - Kathryn Read - VistaTalks - Ep #104

Top Tips for Conducting International Business - Kathryn Read - VistaTalks - Ep #104

In this episode, Kathryn Read joins host María Roa. Kathryn is an international sales and marketing consultant with over 25 years of experience developing products in more than 150 countries. Kathryn helps companies to break through international barriers, creating successful entrepreneurs and a thriving global marketplace. She is a partner at Uniconsult-Wick & Partner Consulting, focusing mainly on countries east of Austria, especially Asia!

Nov 23, 2022 • 30:09

Insights from a Consumer Psychologist - Dr. Simon Moore - VistaTalks - Ep #103

Insights from a Consumer Psychologist - Dr. Simon Moore - VistaTalks - Ep #103

In this episode, Dr. Simon Moore joins host María Roa. Simon is a Chartered Business and Consumer Psychologist and CEO of the award-winning psychology strategy consultancy, Innovationbubble. Simon and his psychology team have advised well-known global brands such as FedEx, Pfizer, Microsoft, Sony, Aviva, Ericcson, Sony Music, Virgin Atlantic, and Bupa about understanding human decision-making, behavior, and decisions.

Nov 9, 2022 • 35:54

Unicorns, All Things Global, and Women in Localization - Dominika D'Agostino - VistaTalks - Ep #102

Unicorns, All Things Global, and Women in Localization - Dominika D'Agostino - VistaTalks - Ep #102

In this episode, Dominika D'Agostino joins host María Roa. Dominika is a localization expert and problem solver with fifteen years of experience in the translation, media, and telecommunication industries. She currently lives in Austin, Texas, and is the sponsorship manager for the Woman in Localization Texas chapter. About VistaTalks: VistaTalks has an incredible lineup of guests from around the globe. We love to feature interesting discussions with interesting people from all around the

Oct 26, 2022 • 27:58

Strategystorming, Storytelling, and Digital Leadership - Doyle Buehler - VistaTalks - Ep #101

Strategystorming, Storytelling, and Digital Leadership - Doyle Buehler - VistaTalks - Ep #101

In this episode, Doyle Buehler joins host Simon Hodgkins. Doyle has consulted, coached, taught, and inspired many in the areas of digital leadership and strategy. He is the author of the book #Breakthrough: Unleash Your Remarkable Brand Value, Influence, and Authority. He is an active member of the Grey Swan Guild and has been a judge at the Think Global Awards. Doyle is a Chief Expedition Officer and has worked with organizations worldwide.

Oct 12, 2022 • 38:56

Celebrity PR, Downing Street, and PURPOSE! - Jessica Huie MBE - VistaTalks Ep #100

Celebrity PR, Downing Street, and PURPOSE! - Jessica Huie MBE - VistaTalks Ep #100

In this episode, Jessica Huie MBE joins host Simon Hodgkins. Forbes describes Jessica as one of ‘UK's Most Influential Women On True Success.’ Jessica is a PR powerhouse and maverick entrepreneur and has an MBE for Services to Entrepreneurship and contribution to diversity. Jessica's acclaimed first book, PURPOSE, was published by Hay House and named 'One of the UK's Best Business Books Written by Women' by The Telegraph Newspaper. The PURPOSE Retreats take place twice each year in Jamaica and t

Sep 28, 2022 • 32:50

Global Considerations from a Unicorn’s Perspective - Kristine Sheikh - Ep #99

Global Considerations from a Unicorn’s Perspective - Kristine Sheikh - Ep #99

What considerations does a unicorn company have to take into account when devising its global strategy? In this episode, guest Kristine Sheikh joins host María Roa. Kristine is a customer-centric, high-performing, driven leader with 13 years of experience and a passion for strategy. She is focused on creating globally consistent, yet locally relevant integrated expansion plans and campaigns for tech companies. Kristine is a former Sr. Director of International Expansion at PandaDoc, and the Vice

Sep 14, 2022 • 31:52

Tips On Going Global From a Unicorn's Perspective - Diana Georgieva - Ep #98

Tips On Going Global From a Unicorn's Perspective - Diana Georgieva - Ep #98

Is your company looking to expand globally? In this episode, guest Diana Georgieva joins host María Roa. Diana is the Senior Localization Manager at Pleo. An expanding unicorn company, Pleo is the spending solution for forward-thinking teams everywhere. The Pleo smart company cards empower thousands of businesses across Europe. Diana is responsible for building the localization team and Pleo’s localization program to help scale Pleo internationally.

Aug 31, 2022 • 22:06

How to Build a World-Class Events Strategy - Elaine Sugar - Ep #97

How to Build a World-Class Events Strategy - Elaine Sugar - Ep #97

What does it take to plan and execute a world-class event? In this episode, guest Elaine Sugar joins host Simon Hodgkins. Elaine has over two decades of financial industry experience and 15 years of direct leadership and coaching experience. She is a top achiever managing treasury services portfolios of commercial and corporate banking clients with revenues of $20M-$1B at Wells Fargo.

Aug 17, 2022 • 28:22

Will Machine Translation (MT) Change The Localization Landscape? - Poppy Middleton - Ep #96

Will Machine Translation (MT) Change The Localization Landscape? - Poppy Middleton - Ep #96

What effect will Machine Translation (MT) have on the Localization Industry, and how can you prepare? In this episode, guest Poppy Middleton joins host María Roa; With over 8 years of experience in the localization industry, Poppy has acquired great experience in a number of customer service roles, ranging from localization, quality assurance, project management & machine translation deployment in a multi-language environment.

Aug 3, 2022 • 24:26

Applying Design Methodology to Business - Ainslie Peters - Ep #95

Applying Design Methodology to Business - Ainslie Peters - Ep #95

How can the design methodology help you grow your business? In this episode, guest Ainslie Peters joins host Simon Hodgkins; Ainslie is a designer, educator, and lecturer. She teaches in the areas of industrial design, design thinking, and design history. She has worked as a mentor and consultant for businesses looking to implement design strategies and design thinking processes.

Jul 20, 2022 • 26:44

Celebrating 25 Years Within the Localization Industry - Vistatec - Ep #94

Celebrating 25 Years Within the Localization Industry - Vistatec - Ep #94

How has Vistatec helped shape the localization industry over the past 25 years? In this episode, host Simon Hodgkins is joined by guests Thomas Murray, Vistatec CEO, Patrick Kelly, CCO, Siobhán Gantly, CHRO, Unn Villius, CSO, Phil Ritchie, CTO, Jerry Lane, IT Director, Adam Thompson, CFO, and Yvonne McNamara, COO. The Vistatec CEO and executive team share their thoughts on being 25 years in business, including changes they have seen from a company and customer perspective and how the industry la

Jul 6, 2022 • 43:37

The Art of Business Storytelling - Timea Kadar - Ep #93

The Art of Business Storytelling - Timea Kadar - Ep #93

How do you use storytelling to boost brand identity? In this episode, guest Timea Kadar joins host María Roa. Timea is an open-minded, fast-thinking, and experienced marketing professional. She recognizes good ideas, the potential in people, opportunities, and marketing strategy. Timea is currently the CMO at Francis Cooper Consultancy, helping companies of all sizes be successful with their marketing activities.

Jun 22, 2022 • 29:40

How to Build Brands, Partnerships, and Expand Internationally - Valerie Brown - Ep #92

How to Build Brands, Partnerships, and Expand Internationally - Valerie Brown - Ep #92

How to build brands, partnerships, and expand internally. In this episode, guest Valerie Brown joins host Simon Hodgkins. Valerie is the CEO of the Val Brown Group, where they work with CEOs, CMOs, Entrepreneurs, and Business Owners to drive company growth through brand strategy. Valerie has helped brands like Hard Rock Cafe, City Winery, Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame, MTV, and many more.

Jun 8, 2022 • 37:25

How Speaking Multiple Languages Benefits Diverse Communities - Tatyana Sergeyeva - Ep #91

How Speaking Multiple Languages Benefits Diverse Communities - Tatyana Sergeyeva - Ep #91

What are the inherent benefits of being multilingual? In this episode, guest Tatyana Sergeyeva joins host Simon Hodgkins. Tatyana is the Vice President, Credit Cards & Retail Services at Wells Fargo and is on the WorldChicago Board of Directors. She is fluent in five languages and has lived in five countries. Tatyana's experience includes international consulting, financial services, content strategy, e-learning, and publishing.

May 25, 2022 • 31:50

Launching and Building Global Brands - Carolyn Kremins - Ep #90

Launching and Building Global Brands - Carolyn Kremins - Ep #90

Building your brand presence is vital in the digital age, but how exactly do you build a brand effectively? In this episode, guest Carolyn Kremins joins host Simon Hodgkins. Carolyn has played a vital role in launching and rebuilding some of the most well-known media brands, including Epicurious, Condé Nast Traveller, The Week, Cookie, Brides, and Maxim.

May 11, 2022 • 39:40

How Print and Digital Are Working Together in Publishing - Bobby Power - Ep #89

How Print and Digital Are Working Together in Publishing - Bobby Power - Ep #89

How has the print industry adapted to the digital transformation movement? In this episode, guest Bobby Power joins host Simon Hodgkins. Bobby is the creator and publisher of Go Wild Magazines. Seven Tourism & Food magazines throughout different and individual tourism regions in Ireland. Go Wild Tourism Wild Atlantic Way, Go Wild Northern Ireland, Go Wild Dublin, Go Ancient East, Go Wild Food Experience, Go Wild on the Lakes, and the latest title Go Wild Staycation.

May 4, 2022 • 27:31

Lead Beyond The Edge, The Bold Path to Extraordinary Results - Frederique Murphy - Ep #88

Lead Beyond The Edge, The Bold Path to Extraordinary Results - Frederique Murphy - Ep #88

What is impostor syndrome and how do you deal with it? In this episode, guest Frederique Murphy joins host Maria Roa. Frederique is a highly engaging, leading global voice around mindset transformation. She inspires and equips people to move through extraordinary change with her Mountain Moving Mindset platform and is a multi-award-winning keynote speaker and consultant.

Apr 27, 2022 • 34:00

What Is the Future of Marketing? - Gregory Twohig - Ep #87

What Is the Future of Marketing? - Gregory Twohig - Ep #87

How will marketing change in the future? And how does that impact the work we do? guest Gregory Twohig joins host María Roa. Gregory is a driven and enthusiastic marketing professional with experience across B2B sales, brand management, and content creation. Gregory works as a Marketing Solutions Manager at Vistatec. He is also the Program Director for the Think Global Forum and Creative Director for VTQ Magazine.

Apr 20, 2022 • 25:03

Insights Into Event Management, Marketing, and Podcasts - María Roa - Ep #86

Insights Into Event Management, Marketing, and Podcasts - María Roa - Ep #86

In this episode, guest María Roa joins host Simon Hodgkins. María is an enthusiastic marketing professional specializing in events and communications with over 17 years of experience. She has worked across B2C and B2B companies such as GRUPO PRISA, the global leader in Communication Media in Spanish, and SModa Magazine. Maria has in-depth knowledge of managing a 360º marketing strategy, including rebranding, customer engagement, funnel creation, and brand awareness.

Apr 13, 2022 • 25:20

A Remote-First Model, From Localization to Product Management - Ulrika Fuchs - Ep #85

A Remote-First Model, From Localization to Product Management - Ulrika Fuchs - Ep #85

How do you integrate localization into your product management strategy? In this episode, guest Ulrika Fuchs joins host Simon Hodgkin. Ulrika is an experienced localization professional with proven strong leadership skills and a track record of building high-performing teams of motivated individuals. She is an active contributor to the localization community. A former Women in Localization volunteer, Ulrika works as a Product Marketing Manager at Vista.

Apr 6, 2022 • 24:04

What Impact Has Technology Had on the Localization Industry? - Michael J. Asquith - Ep #84

What Impact Has Technology Had on the Localization Industry? - Michael J. Asquith - Ep #84

Have new technological advances revolutionized the localization industry? In this episode, guest Michael J. Asquith, Global Solutions Executive at Vistatec, joins host Simon Hodgkins to discuss the localization industry, hosting X Cultural and being a Mentor for the Mentee Program at Women in Localization.

Mar 30, 2022 • 34:53

The Importance of Having an Agile Mindset - Yuka Kurihara - Ep #83

The Importance of Having an Agile Mindset - Yuka Kurihara - Ep #83

What is the world’s leading framework for business agility? In this episode, guest Yuka Kurihara, Director of Globalization Services at Scaled Agile, Inc., joins host Simon Hodgkins to share her experience in helping teams to design and build software products, websites, marketing, and communication content with a global audience in mind.

Mar 16, 2022 • 33:32

Empowering Women In Localization - Special Ep #IWD

Empowering Women In Localization - Special Ep #IWD

In this episode, guests Anna Schlegel, Silvia Avary, and Eva Klaudinyova from Women in Localization join host María Roa to discuss empowering women, diversity and inclusion, and localization for International Women’s Day. Our special guests for this episode share a wealth of experience and have an incredible story to share around the Women in Localization global network of over 5000 members.

Mar 8, 2022 • 47:32

How Does Sleep Deprivation Effect Your Health? - Alen Juginović - Ep #82

How Does Sleep Deprivation Effect Your Health? - Alen Juginović - Ep #82

Are you getting enough sleep? What is a Chief Sleep Officer? In this episode, guest Alen Juginović, M.D., Harvard Medical School Postdoc (Sleep Neurobiology), joins host Simon Hodgkins to discuss his role in sleep medicine, more specifically, the effects of sleep medicine and sleep deprivation on health.

Mar 2, 2022 • 37:01

How does Microsoft Manage Global Teams? - Andrew Macadam - Ep #81

How does Microsoft Manage Global Teams? - Andrew Macadam - Ep #81

What steps is Microsoft for Startups taking to level the playing field for underrepresented founders? How do you effectively manage teams across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC? In this episode, guest Andrew Macadam, Global Field Director, Microsoft for Startups, joins host Simon Hodgkins to discuss his role in working with worldwide teams. Andrew was previously the Managing Director of Microsoft Startups in Western Europe, covering 29 countries.

Feb 16, 2022 • 54:23

Global Business, Language and LocWorld - Ulrich Henes - Ep #80

Global Business, Language and LocWorld - Ulrich Henes - Ep #80

How did the Localization Institute, LocWorld, and Brand2Global get started? In this episode, guest Ulrich Henes, President, Localization Institute, joins host Simon Hodgkins to discuss Localization World, The Localization Institute, Brand2Global, LocWorldWide Africa, Multilingual Magazine, and other language industry topics. Ulrich is one of the most recognized names in international business and localization.

Feb 2, 2022 • 43:48

How Has The Pandemic Affected TV Advertising? - Calvin Scharffs - Ep #79

How Has The Pandemic Affected TV Advertising? - Calvin Scharffs - Ep #79

What are the latest CTV advertising trends? How are brands addressing advertising fraud and brand safety? Guest Calvin Scharffs joins host Simon Hodgkins to discuss the latest global connected TV Advertising Supply Chain Trends and the Top 100 Programmatic Supply Chain Insights reports.

Jan 19, 2022 • 38:19

The Second Highest Quality of Life Country in The World - Mark Henry - Ep #78

The Second Highest Quality of Life Country in The World - Mark Henry - Ep #78

What has driven Ireland to the second highest quality of life globally? Despite what many people believe, human progress worldwide has been incredible in recent decades, and Ireland’s progress has exceeded that of practically anywhere else. VistaTalks host Simon Hodgkins discusses this and other topics with Mark Henry, Author, and Central Marketing Director, Tourism Ireland.

Jan 5, 2022 • 31:20

VistaTalks Ep 77 - 2021 Rewind

VistaTalks Ep 77 - 2021 Rewind

In this special 'rewind' episode, Simon Hodgkins, María Roa, Gregory Twohig, and Jordan Knights look back over the entire year of episodes and highlight important topics and discussions that stood out to them. We are delighted to host the second year of the ‘rewind’ episode that takes time to look back at some of the stories and people that joined the show over the last twelve months. ‏‏‎

Dec 22, 2021 • 24:31

VistaTalks Ep 76 - Anna Heussaff

VistaTalks Ep 76 - Anna Heussaff

Anna Heussaff is a novelist writing mainly in her first language, Irish. She’s had seven novels published to date. Her three crime novels for fluent adult readers include Scáil an Phríosúin (CIC 2015), set in the present day in Kilmainham in Dublin 8. Her three mystery novels for young teens include Sárú (CIC 2017), which features worldwide threats such as a pandemic and the climate crisis, with which the young characters have to grapple in a game and in the real world. Cúpla Focal (Cois Life 20

Dec 8, 2021 • 1:03:14

VistaTalks Ep 75 - Nataly Kelly

VistaTalks Ep 75 - Nataly Kelly

Nataly Kelly is the VP of Localization at Hubspot, a published author with Penguin Random House and a board member at Multilingual magazine. Nataly is the author of Born to be Global, a well-known blog in the language industry, and a contributor to Harvard Business Review.

Nov 24, 2021 • 26:41

VistaTalks Ep 74 - Fiachra Synnott

VistaTalks Ep 74 - Fiachra Synnott

Fiachra Synnott is Project Management Operations Director at Vistatec since 2019 and is a trilingual software industry leader with a strong background in localization and video games. Fiachra has a passion for relationship building, partnerships, and ensuring that the services delivered often exceed expectations. Fiachra is a globetrotter and believes in leveraging the benefits of global work culture and remote teams.

Nov 10, 2021 • 24:31

VistaTalks Ep 73 - Mari Cahalane

VistaTalks Ep 73 - Mari Cahalane

Mari Cahalane is a passionate advocate of STEM education for young people. She has been involved in the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition since BT took over the sponsorship in 2000 and is the head of this magnificent STEM initiative. Leading a team in BT and externally to deliver the event on behalf of a charitable trust. In the almost 60 year history over 50,000, project ideas have been submitted by over 100,000 participants.

Oct 27, 2021 • 52:03

VistaTalks Ep 72 - Cormac Eklof

VistaTalks Ep 72 - Cormac Eklof

Cormac Eklof is a Senior Program Manager at Vistatec. Cormac joined Vistatec in 2017 and is responsible for overseeing several large programs for major global corporations. In this episode, Cormac shares his thoughts on the importance of flexibility, communication, and effective listening in global program management.

Oct 14, 2021 • 40:32

VistaTalks Ep 71 - Mathilde Jakobsen

VistaTalks Ep 71 - Mathilde Jakobsen

Mathilde Jakobsen is the CEO and Co-Founder of Fresh.Land, a disruptive food-tech startup that is digitizing and shortening the food supply chain, connecting farmers and consumers directly to a more sustainable and equitable model. Mathilde co-founded Fresh.Land in 2015 and has since gone on to win various prestigious accolades recognizing her success, such as the women of the decade in start-up by the Women’s Economic Forum.

Sep 29, 2021 • 24:12

VistaTalks Ep 70 - Unn Villius

VistaTalks Ep 70 - Unn Villius

Unn Villius is the Chief Sales Officer and responsible for Vistatec's Business Development. Her localization career started as a Swedish linguist at Microsoft Ireland in 1988, and she has since held a wide variety of positions in localization operations management. Joining Vistatec in 1997, she quickly moved into Business Development and successfully established Vistatec’s first US office.

Sep 15, 2021 • 35:18

VistaTalks Ep 69 - Mel McVeigh

VistaTalks Ep 69 - Mel McVeigh

Mel is VP of Product Commerce & Consumer Brands at Condé Nast. Mel is responsible for leading key brands globally across the portfolio - Vogue, GQ, Condé Nast Traveller, Arch Digest, Allure and is now leading the transformation of new revenue opportunities within the commerce space. Mel has worked in various publishers and commerce companies in her career namely, Photobox, Telegraph, Mr & MrsSmith, Lonely Planet, and TimeOut.

Sep 1, 2021 • 50:22

VistaTalks Ep 68 - Ruth Dolla

VistaTalks Ep 68 - Ruth Dolla

In this episode of VistaTalks, we talk to Ruth Dolla, Manager for VisitSweden. Ruth Manages the operations and marketing for an entire geographical market while also finding the right positioning for Sweden as a destination to market to the international tourist in India and the Asian market. Ruth has 14+ years of experience within integrated marketing, sponsorship management, digital marketing, P.R., social media, strategy & planning, events, journalism, and brand merchandising.

Aug 19, 2021 • 28:51

VistaTalks Ep 67 - Tammy Darcy

VistaTalks Ep 67 - Tammy Darcy

In this episode of VistaTalks, we talk to Tammy Darcy. Tammy is an award-winning social entrepreneur. Tammy founded the Shona Project to provide a safe place for girls to seek guidance and advice on all the challenges associated with growing up in Ireland. Backed by a team of professional advisors, the website also provides girls with an opportunity to share their own stories and learn from each other. The Shona Project has also delivered workshops to almost 13,000 girls in schools across Irelan

Aug 4, 2021 • 32:43

 VistaTalks Ep 66 - Shane Ryan

VistaTalks Ep 66 - Shane Ryan

From Portarlington to Pennsylvania – Shane Patrick Ryan is an American-Irish swimmer who competes internationally for Ireland. Shane is a firm believer in learning from your past experiences and using these to move forward and mature from them. Shane's hard work and determination, traits that have stood to him as an elite athlete, paid off handsomely as he graduated from high school and received a scholarship to Penn State University, graduating with a degree in Event Management. Shane's determi

Jul 21, 2021 • 41:12

VistaTalks Ep 65 - Mark Pollock

VistaTalks Ep 65 - Mark Pollock

Unbroken by blindness in 1998, Mark became an adventure athlete competing in ultra-endurance races across deserts, mountains, and the polar ice caps including being the first blind person to race to the South Pole. Mark won silver and bronze medals for rowing at the Commonwealth Games. Mark was described by Microsoft’s CEO, Satya Nadella as one of “the most inspiring people I met” after they discussed the ways technology is changing how people learn. Mark’s media appearances include the wo

Jul 8, 2021 • 51:24

VistaTalks Ep 64 - Andreas Palm

VistaTalks Ep 64 - Andreas Palm

Andreas has got over 15 years of experience in the world of international digital marketing, managing the content & localization team at Ladbrokes for over seven years and later running the global digital sales & marketing channels for Sony's mobile division for seven years. Working across different industries, and in the ever-changing digital arena, Andreas has faced many trends, systems, tools, and challenges surrounding content marketing - experiences that he has taken with him whilst

Jun 23, 2021 • 49:29

VistaTalks Ep 63 - Paula Manzur

VistaTalks Ep 63 - Paula Manzur

Paula Manzur is a Machine Translation Specialist at Vistatec. With over 11 years of experience as an English<>Spanish Translator in the localization industry, she has acquired great experience in a number of customer service roles, ranging from localization, quality assurance, to project management & machine translation deployment in a multi-language environment. Paula is located in Rosario, Argentina, and is passionate about language, technology and astronomy.

Jun 9, 2021 • 20:08

VistaTalks Ep 62 - Alberto Ferreira

VistaTalks Ep 62 - Alberto Ferreira

Alberto Ferreira is a UX research and globalization services expert with over ten years of experience in UX on both client and agency side. He is currently the User Research Manager at Vodafone UK and has worked on improving the digital experience of companies like Sony, the BBC, and Emirates. He is the author of Universal UX: Building Multicultural Experience, a book on the specialized practices and implementations of UX across the globe. He was the host and curator of the Localisation Processe

May 26, 2021 • 36:13

VistaTalks Ep 61 - Emil D. Atanassov

VistaTalks Ep 61 - Emil D. Atanassov

With over ten years of experience in the Localization industry, Emil D. Atanassov is a global expert with a demonstrated history of working in the computer software industry. Currently Vice-President Internationalization at ServiceNow, he provides a meaningful voice to the internationalization strategy and execution for the cloud enterprise software organization. Skilled in Language Development, Translation, Technical Documentation, and Communication, he is an alumnus of the University of Wiscon

May 13, 2021 • 31:09

VistaTalks Ep 60 - Minter Dial

VistaTalks Ep 60 - Minter Dial

On this episode of VistaTalks, host Simon Hodgkins is in discussion with Speaker, Connector and Elevator, Minter Dial. Minter is a professional speaker and multiple award-winning author, specializing in leadership, branding and transformation. An agent of change, he's a three-time entrepreneur who has exercised twelve different métiers and moved country fifteen times. Minter's core career stint of 16 years was spent as a top executive at L’Oréal, where he was a member of the worldwide Executive

Apr 28, 2021 • 1:08:31

VistaTalks Ep 59 - Anne-Sophie Delafosse

VistaTalks Ep 59 - Anne-Sophie Delafosse

Anne-Sophie is the mover and shaker behind everything Localization at Deliveroo. Her team is playing a crucial role in helping the company achieve their mission to transform the way people around the world order food. With a background in languages, Anne-Sophie joined the company in 2018 where she single-handedly built the Localization Program from scratch. Three years down the line, people in 12 different countries can get yummy food delivered at their doorstep. And this is just the beginning.

Apr 16, 2021 • 23:41

VistaTalks Ep 58 - Patrick Kelly

VistaTalks Ep 58 - Patrick Kelly

Patrick Kelly began his IT career in software development at Lotus. He then joined GeCAP as Localization Manager and became one of Vistatec’s founding members when GeCAP was acquired in 1997. Patrick is Chief Commercial Officer at Vistatec and is responsible for the commercial viability of our business solutions.

Mar 31, 2021 • 26:10

VistaTalks Ep 57 - Thomas Murray

VistaTalks Ep 57 - Thomas Murray

Thomas Murray joined Vistatec in 2000 and was appointed Chief Executive officer in 2005. An industry veteran, he held a number of key positions within ITP and SDL in both Europe and Asia prior to joining Vistatec. As CEO Thomas is responsible for the overall strategy of the Vistatec organization.

Mar 18, 2021 • 22:01

VistaTalks Ep 56 - International Women's Day

VistaTalks Ep 56 - International Women's Day

VistaTalks host Priscillia Charles is joined by Vistatec's Paula Manzur, Machine Translation Specialist, Dominika D'Agostino, Strategic Account Director, and Monika Bugiel, Language Services Manager ahead of International Women's Day, taking place on March 8, 2021. Together they discuss how they choose to challenge gender bias and gender inequality in today's society.

Mar 8, 2021 • 43:22

VistaTalks Ep 55 - Allison Ferch

VistaTalks Ep 55 - Allison Ferch

Allison is GALA's Executive Director. Over the past 11 years, she has served GALA in several roles and provided leadership for many of the association’s programs and activities. As Executive Director, she leads operations at GALA and is responsible for the growth of the association, its financial stability, and for the expansion and delivery of member value. Allison has an undergraduate degree in Biological Anthropology and a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science. A lifelong athlete

Mar 3, 2021 • 29:15

VistaTalks Ep 54 - Think Global Forum Summit Week

VistaTalks Ep 54 - Think Global Forum Summit Week

Think Global Forum Summit Week hosts María Jesús de Arriba Díaz and Teresa Lawless, Development Directors, and Aoife Murphy, Managing Director at the Think Global Forum, discuss the Think Global Forum community and their upcoming event with VistaTalks host Priscillia Charles. The unique event, running over five consecutive days, March 8-12, 2021, will feature insightful speakers and guests from leading global organizations.

Feb 17, 2021 • 18:47

VistaTalks Ep 53 - Kathrin Bussmann

VistaTalks Ep 53 - Kathrin Bussmann

Kathrin Bussmann is an international marketing strategist, who helps digital-first companies build successful global brands. She loves to operate at the intersection of global business, content marketing, and localization. Through her strategic consultancy, Verbaccino Inc., Kathrin advises global-minded B2B brands on how to attract, engage and retain more international customers. In her role as Head of Content Localization at Bubbl, a digital marketing agency, she works with growth-oriented bran

Feb 5, 2021 • 59:48

VistaTalks Ep 52 - Kelly Bryant

VistaTalks Ep 52 - Kelly Bryant

Kelly Bryant is the Director of Global Experiences at WorldStrides, where she partners with top universities and business schools to arrange short-term global immersion programs. The Global Experiences team works closely with faculty and deans to connect university students with local organizations and nonprofits to facilitate educational meetings, service-learning activities, and consulting projects. Prior to working at WorldStrides, Kelly worked in financial services in a business-to-consumer

Jan 29, 2021 • 26:17

VistaTalks Ep 51 - Elizabeth Riley

VistaTalks Ep 51 - Elizabeth Riley

Elizabeth Riley helps support the company-wide sales division as Director of Solutions Architecture, assisting Vistatec to work closely with clients and partners globally. Elizabeth has held a variety of qualified positions in Sales and Production over the past 15 years. She is extremely knowledgeable about the client-side of operations, with experience as a Linguistic QA Manager, Account Manager, and software Test Lead for clients in the medical device industry. She also has experience in softw

Jan 22, 2021 • 26:13

VistaTalks Ep 50 - Dr Jon Rudd

VistaTalks Ep 50 - Dr Jon Rudd

Dr Jon Rudd is an Olympic Gold medal swimming coach and Swim Ireland’s National Performance Director. In this episode, Jon discusses the importance of sport and the relationship to business, leadership, coaching and mental health. In recent years, Jon has directly coached three World Records (both long course and short course) and several European and Commonwealth Records. Jon’s coaching history sees him having directly coached one or more gold medallist at every international meet on the calend

Dec 30, 2020 • 37:33

VistaTalks Ep 49 - Rewind

VistaTalks Ep 49 - Rewind

In this special 'rewind' episode, Simon Hodgkins, Gregory Twohig, and Jordan Knights look back over the year to highlight several important topics and episodes. Digital transformation, mental health, and how the pandemic has changed the global landscape are the main discussion topics. Episodes discussed include Ep 26 - Davide De Simone, Ep 27 - Serena Pirrone, Ep 32 - Lucio Bagnulo, Ep 37 - Ellie Kemp, Ep 38 - Louise O'Conor, Ep 40 - Kristina Podnar, Ep 41 - Barbara Brennan, Ep 45 - Jameson Hosc

Dec 22, 2020 • 20:59

VistaTalks Ep 48 - World UX Part 3 of 3

VistaTalks Ep 48 - World UX Part 3 of 3

The World UX roundtable event, hosted by María Jesús de Arriba Díaz of Vistatec, María is joined in conversation with Alberto Ferreira, Vodafone, Tarja Karjalainen, Oura, Pat Higgins, Verizon Connect, Ryan Moroz, LINE Plus Corp, and Sergio Valero Notari, Doctoralia. This online roundtable event aimed to share learnings on why it is key to bring design, content and localization together. To visualize what an ideal World UX would look like, and to hear real-life tips to get you started on this jou

Dec 18, 2020 • 25:13

VistaTalks Ep 47 - World UX Part 2 of 3

VistaTalks Ep 47 - World UX Part 2 of 3

The World UX roundtable event, hosted by María Jesús de Arriba Díaz of Vistatec, María is joined in conversation with Alberto Ferreira, Vodafone, Tarja Karjalainen, Oura, Pat Higgins, Verizon Connect, Ryan Moroz, LINE Plus Corp, and Sergio Valero Notari, Doctoralia. This online roundtable event aimed to share learnings on why it is key to bring design, content and localization together. To visualize what an ideal World UX would look like, and to hear real-life tips to get you started on this jou

Dec 16, 2020 • 21:05

VistaTalks Ep 46 - World UX Part 1 of 3

VistaTalks Ep 46 - World UX Part 1 of 3

The World UX roundtable event, hosted by María Jesús de Arriba Díaz of Vistatec, María is joined in conversation with Alberto Ferreira, Vodafone, Tarja Karjalainen, Oura, Pat Higgins, Verizon Connect, Ryan Moroz, LINE Plus Corp, and Sergio Valero Notari, Doctoralia. This online roundtable event aimed to share learnings on why it is key to bring design, content and localization together. To visualize what an ideal World UX would look like, and to hear real-life tips to get you started on this jou

Dec 14, 2020 • 23:32

VistaTalks Ep 45 - Jameson Hoscyns

VistaTalks Ep 45 - Jameson Hoscyns

Jameson is a language prodigy who speaks over a dozen languages. He’s developed his own accessible language teaching style and used it successfully with students for more than 16 years. He has also done translating and consulting for major businesses and startups. Most recently, Jameson was the Localization Manager at American Express. He’s spoken at Think Global Forum and Mystic South. His dream is to bring language — and the cultures that come with it — to everyone.

Nov 25, 2020 • 19:27

VistaTalks Ep 44 - Simon Hodgkins

VistaTalks Ep 44 - Simon Hodgkins

Think Global Forum Founder, Simon Hodgkins, answers questions about the latest Think Global Awards. This is the fourth year of the awards. (Find out more: https://www.thinkglobalforum.org/think-global-awards)

Oct 22, 2020 • 29:50

VistaTalks Ep 43 - Kyle Hegarty

VistaTalks Ep 43 - Kyle Hegarty

Kyle Hegarty is the author of the Accidental Business Nomad. A book for anyone working in a more global environment and who is looking to gain critical insights and communications skills needed for a shrinking world.

Oct 13, 2020 • 1:16:21

VistaTalks Ep 42 - Magdalena Daccord

VistaTalks Ep 42 - Magdalena Daccord

Magdalena Daccord is the CEO of FH Europe, the European FH Patient Network. The organization is a network of 24 Patient organizations, who actively work together to secure early identification and diagnosis of Familial Hypercholesterolaemia patients to prevent early cardiovascular disease and devastating consequences. (Find out more: https://www.fheurope.org/)

Sep 16, 2020 • 30:27

VistaTalks Ep 41 - Barbara Brennan

VistaTalks Ep 41 - Barbara Brennan

Barbara Brennan is the Programme Coordinator at See Change, working positively to reduce the stigma and discrimination associated with mental health problems and to ensure that everyone enjoys the same rights on an equal basis. In this episode, we discuss mental health in the workplace, the voice of the lived experience, and the importance of sleep, nutrition, and hobbies. Barbara explains taking responsibility for wellness and the importance of minding your mental health.

Sep 13, 2020 • 42:14

VistaTalks Ep 40 - Kristina Podnar

VistaTalks Ep 40 - Kristina Podnar

Kristina Podnar is a Digital Policy Consultant and Author of 'The Power of Digital Policy.' She is an advisor and enabler for brands looking to engage users and minimize risks. In this episode, we cover investing in digital, lowering risks, and increasing opportunities, protecting global brand integrity, the C-Suite and the understanding of digital. Kristina has worked with many global brands, including Canon, Delta Air Lines, Intel, Symantec, Toyota, Verizon, and Unicef.

Sep 6, 2020 • 30:36

VistaTalks Ep 39 - Brian Crooke

VistaTalks Ep 39 - Brian Crooke

Brian Crooke is a wellbeing educator, speaker and adviser supporting organizations to promote and sustain wellbeing within their workplaces. Brian is a prior IBM Management Consultant and is responsible for programme design and delivery of the Postgraduate Certificate in Workplace Wellness at Tangent, Trinity College Dublin. He works with many HR leaders as an educator, speaker, and advisor.

Aug 30, 2020 • 16:56

VistaTalks Ep 38 - Louise O'Conor

VistaTalks Ep 38 - Louise O'Conor

Founding Partner at Beta Digital, Louise O'Conor, catches up with Simon Hodgkins on this episode of VistaTalks to discuss the important topic of digital transformation and how companies are focusing on a digital-first strategy. In this new episode, we discuss digital maturity, purpose lead transformation, and internal and external communications. Louise shares insights on how global content and communications have changed, why empathy is more important than ever, and how organizations are develo

Aug 20, 2020 • 50:18

VistaTalks Ep 37 - Ellie Kemp

VistaTalks Ep 37 - Ellie Kemp

Ellie Kemp is the Head of Crisis Response at Translators without Borders (TWB). Ellie is leading TWB's scale-up to bring language support to humanitarian action, facilitating communication between the people caught up in crisis and the aid organisations seeking to help them. Translators without Borders is a non-profit working towards a world where knowledge knows no language barriers.

Aug 20, 2020 • 26:09

VistaTalks Ep 36 - Aoife Murphy

VistaTalks Ep 36 - Aoife Murphy

Major Accounts Director Aoife Murphy joins us on this episode of VistaTalks. Aoife discusses transitioning to working from home, the Think Global Forum online, digital transformation and adapting to the current situation. During this episode, Aoife explains localization and customer experience. She also shares insights on ‘Digital Natives’, ‘Digital Pioneers’, and ‘Digital Explorers’, as well as the importance of ‘Digital First.’

Jul 24, 2020 • 12:19

VistaTalks Ep 35 - Róisín Maguire

VistaTalks Ep 35 - Róisín Maguire

Róisín Maguire is Co-founder and CEO of Jetpack Learning. Roisin has managed, digital design projects and teams since 1997, firstly with Oniva New Media in Dublin, then with BBC Technology. She co-founded digital design agency Eyesparks in 2002 before founding Jetpack Learning. At Jetpack Learning, Róisín shapes the company’s strategy, based on feedback from users combined with ongoing research into potential adaptations and markets for the Game-Changing authoring tool. Jetpack Learning is an ex

Jul 19, 2020 • 40:24

VistaTalks Ep 34 - Louise O'Conor

VistaTalks Ep 34 - Louise O'Conor

Louise is a strategic and innovative leader with 20 years of international experience of digitally transforming and scaling businesses and teams across global markets and multiple industries – from start-ups to multinationals. Passionate about technology, education, diversity, people and making a difference, Louise loves turning ideas into business reality to disrupt and transform industries and societies. Born in Ireland, Louise has lived and worked in 10 countries, travelled to over 60 and spe

Jul 6, 2020 • 28:26

VistaTalks Ep 33 - Alan Duffy

VistaTalks Ep 33 - Alan Duffy

With over 20 years’ experience in the translation and localization industry, Alan Duffy is the definition of an industry veteran. Alan discovered his passion for language at a young age; he quickly realized that learning languages was second nature to him. When he’s not managing the team at Vistatec and finding new and innovative solutions for clients, Alan enjoys spending time with his family and seeing his favorite musicians in a live concert. Join Priscillia Charles as she talks with Alan Duf

Jun 28, 2020 • 28:08

VistaTalks Ep 32 - Lucio Bagnulo

VistaTalks Ep 32 - Lucio Bagnulo

In this episode of VistaTalks, we catch up with Lucio Bagnulo of Amnesty International. Lucio shares with us the history of the organization in addition to his own role as Head of Translation. Lucio discusses the importance of the work at Amnesty International, a global movement of more than 7 million people in over 150 countries and territories who campaign for human rights. The organization is known for investigating and exposing the facts, whenever and wherever human rights abuses happen. Luc

Jun 1, 2020 • 21:42

VistaTalks Ep 31 - Dr Fiona Edwards Murphy

VistaTalks Ep 31 - Dr Fiona Edwards Murphy

In this episode of VistaTalks, we celebrate 'World Bee Day' with Dr. Fiona Edwards Murphy, CEO, and Co-founder of ApisProtect. Now monitoring the health of over twenty million honey bees in hives across Europe and North America, ApisProtect brings the power of advanced sensors and machine learning technology into the hive to deliver a 24/7 early warning system so beekeepers can give at-risk hives immediate attention and improve bee health. Nearly 90% of the world’s wild flowering plant species d

May 20, 2020 • 25:33

VistaTalks Ep 30 - Siobhán Gantly

VistaTalks Ep 30 - Siobhán Gantly

In this episode of VistaTalks, Chief Human Resources Officer, Siobhán Gantly joins us to discuss a number of very important topics. She touches on the journey from the early days of Vistatec to the large organization with a global footprint. Siobhán also shares the process of transitioning to remote working, remaining focussed on customers, remote hiring, and remote onboarding, during this time of the global pandemic. She discusses how Vistatec is producing quick turn around critical COVID-19 co

May 6, 2020 • 19:52

VistaTalks Ep 29 - Shannon Rose Farrell-Jackson

VistaTalks Ep 29 - Shannon Rose Farrell-Jackson

We are joined in this episode by Founder, Shannon Rose Farrell-Jackson. She shares her experience of helping global life sciences companies in the localization industry. Working in emotional intelligence and change leadership Shannon Rose shares how going global right now is not just about sales, it is around how we are supporting and leveraging our global customers and their experiences. She asks ‘How are we reaching out to the individual?" and "How are we connecting with the individual?" With

May 4, 2020 • 26:24

VistaTalks Ep 28 - Dominika D'Agostino and Michael J Asquith

VistaTalks Ep 28 - Dominika D'Agostino and Michael J Asquith

VistaTalks Ep 28 - Dominika D'Agostino and Michael J Asquith. Priscillia Charles catches up with Vistatec's Dominika and Michael in the USA. Topics on this episode of VistaTalks includes COVID-19, Multilingual Content, Transcription, Copywriting, Thought Leadership, AI, and the Think Global Forum.

Apr 24, 2020 • 32:18

VistaTalks Ep 27 - Serena Pirrone

VistaTalks Ep 27 - Serena Pirrone

VistaTalks Ep 27 - Serena Pirrone. In this episode, Priscillia Charles catches up with Serna Pirrone in Italy. Thank you to Serena, for talking to VistaTalks from Italy, during this challenging global pandemic.

Apr 16, 2020 • 10:56

VistaTalks Ep 26 - Davide De Simone

VistaTalks Ep 26 - Davide De Simone

VistaTalks Episode 26 - Davide De Simone. In this episode, Priscillia Charles catches up with Davide De Simone in Italy. Thank you to Davide, for talking to VistaTalks from Italy, during this challenging global pandemic.

Apr 14, 2020 • 12:08

VistaTalks Ep 25 - Teresa Lawless

VistaTalks Ep 25 - Teresa Lawless

Teresa Lawless discusses Localization, Translation, the Think Global Forum in London, and Amsterdam, Supporting the Life Sciences industry, and how people manage content in a number of ways. #l10n #t9n #ThinkGlobalForum #LifeSciences

Feb 15, 2020 • 19:46

VistaTalks Ep 24 - Mary Nurminen

VistaTalks Ep 24 - Mary Nurminen

Mary Nurminen is currently focusing on two years of PhD research on the users of machine translation as a full-time Doctoral Researcher at Tampere University. Professional translators use machine translation however, Mary is focused on all of the other global users. Mary is a University Instructor in Finland and has spent over thirteen years in technical writing and localization with Nokia as a senior specialist and manager. Localization and Translation have been part of her work ever since! #Ma

Dec 11, 2019 • 31:34

VistaTalks Ep 23 - Phil Ritchie

VistaTalks Ep 23 - Phil Ritchie

Phil Ritchie is the Chief Technology Officer at Vistatec where he directs all Language Technology and Research and Development activities. Phil has a Batchelor of Science Degree and 20 years of industry experience. He is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and events and a founding Industrial Partner of the ADAPT Research Centre, where he serves as Chairman of its Industrial Advisory Board. Phil has been a partner in two highly successful European Commission Projects and a member of sever

Oct 12, 2019 • 35:45

VistaTalks Ep 22 - Kayla Kim and Kaelan Guetschow

VistaTalks Ep 22 - Kayla Kim and Kaelan Guetschow

Priscillia Charles is joined in the studio by Kayla Kim and Kaelan Guetschow. Kayla and Kaelan discuss their experiences in working with the Vistatec marketing department as part of the wider Vistatec internship program.

Oct 7, 2019 • 34:51

VistaTalks Ep 21 - Garry Connolly

VistaTalks Ep 21 - Garry Connolly

Garry is a digital optimist, people connector, and the Founder/President of Host in Ireland. He is also the Chair of GconnTec. A global keynote speaker, panelist, and moderator. (Events in US, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dublin, London, Monaco, and Costa Rica.) Gary has direct experience in assisting foreign direct investment into Europe, and Host in Ireland is named in the Broadgroup Power 200: 'The Worlds Most Influential Data Economy Leaders of 2019.' Other achievements include 2018 EMEA Influencer

Sep 2, 2019 • 42:15

VistaTalks Ep 20 - Frank Hannigan

VistaTalks Ep 20 - Frank Hannigan

Frank Hannigan is an advisor to Technology and Creative Industry leadership teams. He is a partner in Strategy Crowd and a Director/NEX with organizations such as RTE (Ireland’s state broadcaster), The World Bank, and European Bank including the Innovation Fund in Serbia. His experience spans, everything from film, media, architecture, venture capital, and more! At Partner Crowd the team works with about 300-500 companies per year. They are focusing on strategy, innovation, sales, and marketing

Jul 19, 2019 • 26:44

VistaTalks Ep 19 - Hannah Webb

VistaTalks Ep 19 - Hannah Webb

Hannah Webb discusses the Irish Advantage and touches on all of the sectors that Enterprise Ireland are involved in. This episode discusses how Enterprise Ireland is the largest VC in Europe and the third largest VC in the world based on the number of deals. Priscillia and Hannah discuss the 100 Women in Finance event in New York, Women in Business, hosting seminars, panels, conferences, and gender equity and diversity in the workplace. Hannah discusses funding and working directly with female f

Jul 15, 2019 • 24:13

VistaTalks Ep 18 - Patrick Nunes

VistaTalks Ep 18 - Patrick Nunes

VistaTalks Ep 18 - Patrick Nunes. Our guest on episode 18 is Patrick Nunes, Global Communications & Design at Rotary International. Patrick is responsible for executing and supporting Rotary’s brand strategy across multiple regions in the world. He also leads and drives innovation in support of efforts to increase the understanding of Rotary and to support 35,000 Rotary clubs and 1.2 million Rotary members worldwide.

Jul 1, 2019 • 30:06

VistaTalks Ep 17 - Anna Schlegel

VistaTalks Ep 17 - Anna Schlegel

Anna Schlegel, Vice President, Global Portfolio Lifecycle Management at NetApp joins us on the latest VistaTalks show! Anna is also the Chair, Women in Technology Board @ NetApp and Co-Founder, President of the Board at Women in Localization.

Jun 25, 2019 • 26:02

VistaTalks Update

VistaTalks Update

A quick VistaTalks update from Simon Hodgkins. Find out more about VistaTalks on Ep 15: https://bit.ly/VistaTalks_Episode

May 31, 2019 • 0:59

VistaTalks Ep 16 - Beatrice Whelan

VistaTalks Ep 16 - Beatrice Whelan

Beatrice is an award-winning social media and content strategist in the B2B tech sector. Beatrice is the Global Content Manager for Social Media, Events and Blogging at Sage, providing social content and inbound content strategy for Sage in over 20 markets globally. She is the author of Trending: The Complete Guide to Social Media for Events. Beatrice is also a public speaker and social media trainer. ​

May 6, 2019 • 19:11

VistaTalks Ep 15 - Priscillia Charles and Simon Hodgkins

VistaTalks Ep 15 - Priscillia Charles and Simon Hodgkins

VistaTalks Ep 15 - Host: Priscillia Charles. On this episode, we hear all about the plans for VistaTalks and discuss the Think Global Forum and the Think Global Awards with Simon Hodgkins.

May 5, 2019 • 22:10

VistaTalks Ep 14 - International Women's Day (Part 1)

VistaTalks Ep 14 - International Women's Day (Part 1)

A balanced world is a better world. Have you considered how you can you help to forge a more gender-balanced world? In this episode Priscillia Charles is joined by Ivona Ward, Ioana Costea and Lucy Nzeyimana. The International Women’s Day 2019 campaign theme of #BalanceforBetter is a call-to-action for driving gender balance across the world. How will you help make a difference? #IWD2019

Mar 8, 2019 • 23:12

VistaTalks E13 - Margaret Kelleher

VistaTalks E13 - Margaret Kelleher

Margaret Kelleher is Professor and Chair of Anglo-Irish Literature and Drama at University College Dublin. She is Chair of the Board of the Irish Film Institute (since 2014) and UCD academic lead on the Museum of Irish Literature (MoLI), a collaboration between UCD and the National Library of Ireland to open a new literary museum at Newman House in early 2019. From 2009 to 2016 she was Chairperson of the International Association for the Study of Irish Literatures. She has been visiting sc

Feb 24, 2019 • 35:48

VistaTalks Ep 12 - Laura Cociasu

VistaTalks Ep 12 - Laura Cociasu

Laura Cociasu is the International Content Strategy Manager at LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network with more than 562 million users in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. Laura is a globalization pioneer with a diverse background in social media, education, localization and customer experience combined with a passion for content management and linguistics.

Jan 10, 2019 • 21:39

VistaTalks Ep 11 - Patricia Paladini Adell

VistaTalks Ep 11 - Patricia Paladini Adell

Patricia is the Globalization Director World Wide at CA Technologies, a Broadcom company. She is a Technology Forum Executive at the Think Global Forum and the Chapter Manager for the Catalan Chapter of Women in Localization.

Dec 21, 2018 • 33:26

VistaTalks Ep 10 - Esther Curiel

VistaTalks Ep 10 - Esther Curiel

Esther Curiel is leading Indeed's multidisciplinary 'Content Effectiveness' team. Indeed is the number one job site in the world with over 200 million unique visitors every month. Esther is focused on maximizing the impact and effectiveness of Indeed's localized content for global markets.

Dec 3, 2018 • 30:35

VistaTalks Ep 9 - Sinead Mac Aodha

VistaTalks Ep 9 - Sinead Mac Aodha

VistaTalks Episode 9 - Sinéad Mac Aodha. We are joined in studio by Sinéad Mac Aodha, Director, Literature Ireland. Established in 1994, Literature Ireland has funded the translation of almost 2000 works of Irish literature into 56 languages around the world. It promotes Irish writers and writing internationally through its translation grant, translator development, and literature events.

Nov 18, 2018 • 34:11

VistaTalks Ep 8 - Bruno Herrmann

VistaTalks Ep 8 - Bruno Herrmann

VistaTalks Ep 8 - Bruno Herrmann. Bruno is a Global Leader in Digital Product, Content and Experience Effectiveness. He is an Advisory Board Member at Brand2Global, a regular columnist at EContent Magazine, Brand Quarterly and a number of additional publications.

Nov 3, 2018 • 30:55

VistaTalks Ep 7 - Yuka Nakasone

VistaTalks Ep 7 - Yuka Nakasone

VistaTalks Ep 7 - Yuka Nakasone. Yuka is the Globalization and Localization Director at Beabloo. She is also a Director of Global Bridge. Yuka helps global companies to tap into globalization and localization know-how and best practices. In this interview, Yuka explains how she began her career in the language industry and discusses the latest work at Beabloo. Topics include Localization, Retail, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data and more.

Nov 3, 2018 • 35:24

VistaTalks Ep 6 - Lahcene Guerrouj

VistaTalks Ep 6 - Lahcene Guerrouj

VistaTaks Episode 6 - Lahcene Guerrouj. Lahcene is a marketer, tech enthusiast and multi-disciplinary international online expert. He has a strong content management, marketing, product management and analytical skills background. Lahcene is busy managing international cross-functional teams and projects on a day-to-day basis at the global organization Salesforce.

Oct 14, 2018 • 42:48

VistaTalks Ep 5 - Kit Brown-Hoekstra

VistaTalks Ep 5 - Kit Brown-Hoekstra

VistaTalks Episode 5 - Katherine (Kit) Brown-Hoekstra is an STC fellow and former STC society president, a certified trainer for the STC Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC) program and a member of the Colorado State University Media Hall of Fame for the Department of Journalism. Kit is an experienced consultant with over 25 years of experience in technical communication. She is the owner and principal of Comgenesis, LLC, a regular magazine contributor and speaks at conferences w

Oct 5, 2018 • 28:46

VistaTalks Ep 4 - Michael Cronin

VistaTalks Ep 4 - Michael Cronin

VistaTalks Episode 4 - Michael Cronin. Michael is the Director of the Literary and Cultural Translation Centre and Chair Professor of French and Head of the French Department at Trinity College.

Sep 26, 2018 • 34:06

VistaTalks Ep 3 - Sheila Castilho

VistaTalks Ep 3 - Sheila Castilho

VistaTalks Episode 3 - Sheila Castilho, Postdoctoral Researcher at the ADAPT Centre. Focusing on machine translation and a host of interesting topics. Show host: Priscillia Charles

Sep 23, 2018 • 43:51

VistaTalks Ep 2 - Unn Villius

VistaTalks Ep 2 - Unn Villius

VistaTalks Episode 2 - Unn Villius, Chief Sales Officer at Vistatec drops into the VistaTalks studio to discuss an interesting language and localization career. Show host: Simon Hodgkins

Sep 23, 2018 • 33:19

VistaTalks Ep 1 - James Hadley

VistaTalks Ep 1 - James Hadley

VistaTalks Episode 1. Ussher Assistant Professor in Literary Translation at Trinity College Dublin, James Hadley joins us in the studio. Show Host: Simon Hodgkins

Sep 23, 2018 • 29:02

VistaTalks (Trailer)

VistaTalks (Trailer)

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Sep 22, 2018 • 0:11

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