What began as a search for peers in a male-dominated field has grown into a global powerhouse of over 18,000 members. In this episode, Anna N Schlegel, co-founder of Women in Localization and author of Truly Global, joins us to explore how leadership, community, and visibility have fundamentally transformed the language industry over the last 19 years.

The conversation digs deep into the future of the profession, specifically the urgent need for women to move beyond support roles and lead in R&D and product development. She discusses the new "We Shape AI" initiative, addressing critical gender and cultural biases in Large Language Models (LLMs).

Vamos Juntos association is transforming the language services landscape in Latin America and the Caribbean. We are joined by Caro Velandia, Cristina Barbieri, and Indy Vega to discuss the evolution of the association, the power of "coopetition," and the upcoming Vamos Juntos 2026 event in Buenos Aires. Discover why this region is becoming a critical hub for global localization and language access.

Inclusion isn't just a social value, it’s a growth strategy. Joshua Pennise, the new President of the Association of Language Companies (ALC), joins us to explain why the industry must shift its narrative from “compliance” to “economic multiplier.”

In this episode, we discuss the ALC’s critical advocacy work against irresponsible AI legislation, the convergence of sign and spoken language sectors, and why connecting with 80% of the world’s non-English speakers is the ultimate meritocracy.