GALA Live Events - July 2023

It's the start of a new month, and with it comes another schedule packed with online events. In July we have:

• 3 live webinars
• 1 live stream
• 2 SIG meetings

.... and the announcement of our Q3 GALA Academy event. So, let's get started!

Practical use cases of LLMs in Localization - Presented by Diego Bartolome

THURSDAY, 06 JULY - 8am PDT (5pm CEST)

It's been over six months since the explosion of OpenAI's chatGPT. What has changed in the localization world since then?

In this webinar, we will step back from the hype and focus on actual implementations developed by the industry. We will then describe solutions that can be implemented in the short and medium term. Finally, we will discuss what the future holds.

REGISTER HERE.

Leveraging Data to Drive Results - Presented by Declan O Droighneain

THURSDAY, 20 JULY - 8am PDT (5pm CEST)

Every team has data, but do they know how to use it to their advantage? In the global market, using this knowledge to make better decisions demonstrates expertise while allowing your team to work smarter and faster. Join Business Intelligence Director Declan O’Droighneain as he shares United Language Group’s (ULG) BI journey and hear how analytics provided solutions to various challenges.

REGISTER HERE.

Large Language Models – A New Era for Localization - Presented by Andrzej Zydroń MBCS

THURSDAY, 27 JULY - 8am PDT (5pm CEST)

In this webinar, you’ll hear from Andrzej Zydroń, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at XTM and one of the most trusted voices in language technology, as he analyzes what the arrival of large language models (LLMs) means for the present and future of language and localization.

He will discuss the unique XTM AI NLP technology already available and coming soon, what GPT really is and what GPT-3 can do for localization, and what differentiates LLMs from NMT.

REGISTER HERE.

The State of the Interpreting Workforce - Presented by Katharine Allen and Caroline Remer

Join us for this informative live stream that will cover the big picture state of the interpreting workforce. You'll walk away with a better understanding of:

? The structure of the global interpreting workforce across specializations

? The technology used in interpreting, including the rise of remote interpreting

? How interpreters are trained

? Best practices for recruiting and retaining interpreters

? Early AI trends and their safe application

This live stream will provide insights into how you can provide the best possible interpreting services to your clients.

Attend the live stream on LinkedIn or on our YouTube Channel.

GALA Academy Q3 - Project Management - Presented by Verónica García García , Myriam Garcia Vizuete , Marta Gil Martín , Luciana Gargiulo , and Diego Bartolome

The role of the project manager has evolved dramatically over the past 10 years. Our clients' needs and expectations have changed, technology has changed, and we've had to raise the bar.

In these sessions, 5 experts will give you an overview of what localization project management is like today and some tools to help you stay relevant to your clients, be efficient, and add value where needed.

This event is for…

• Junior PMs who would like to elevate their Project Management skills.
• Senior PMs who would like to see other angles, exchange insights and network.
• Client/LSP/Freelance PMs

Takeaways

• Understanding role differences?– Develop a well-rounded approach to your project management practices.
• Addressing projects’ needs?- Learn how to provide value-added services.
• Embracing technology and AI?– Learn which AI-based tools are available to boost your productivity.
• Collaboration and networking?– Establish connections with your peers and develop your professional profile.

REGISTER HERE.

GALA Special Interest Groups

GALA Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are?member-only committees?that connect members on topics of mutual interest and make meaningful contributions to GALA’s knowledge base.?

Learn more?about participating in SIGs.? For more on the GALA membership, learn more about member benefits.

SIG Meetings in July

12 July 2023 - 8am PST / 5pm CEST -?Interpreting SIG

19 July 2023 - 8am PST / 5pm CEST -?Client SIG

Do you want to present a webinar at GALA??We’re always on the lookout for informative, useful and well-researched content relative to our industry. Write to us at content[at]gala-global.org