GALAxy NEWSLETTER

GALA Standards Initiative Report

Arle Lommel, GALA Standards Coordinator

The GALA Standards Initiative has streamlined its approach to focus on two core projects, Linport and Model Service Elements, and continues activities to coordinate and educate on the work of key standards bodies. Read about the program's next steps and how you can participate in this broad industry effort. More

The Language Last Mile: Are We There Yet?

Lori Thicke, Founder, Translators without Borders

In many places, people die for lack of knowledge and information. Most of these deaths are preventable, and often the only barrier is language. We have the power in our industry to change that through our own expertise and reach. Lori Thicke writes about the language last mile, and how close we are to the end of the road. More

GALA MemberPulse Survey Q4 2011

After showing solid growth numbers in the first half of 2011, worldwide growth for GALA members responding to our survey has stagnated. While the dip is not severe, the results of the survey may point to slowed growth, especially in Europe. Optimism for the future, however, remains fairly strong, and South America is a decidedly bright spot. More

Message from GALA Q4 2011

Laura Brandon, GALA Managing Director

As the year winds down, we look back on an incredibly active year at GALA. Our events, programming and content touched hundreds of member companies and thousands of localization professionals worldwide, and we have built on a solid foundation, thanks to the continued involvement of a dedicated core of GALA volunteers. More

Thank you, Aki and Arturo!

GALA thanks outgoing board directors

At the end of each year we say goodbye and thank you to our outgoing board members. This year we honor Aki Ito (TOIN Corporation) and Arturo Quintero (Moravia Worldwide), who are finishing their two-year terms at the end of 2011. More

Thank you, GALA Volunteers and Supporters!

GALA would like thank the many member volunteers and supporters who contributed to association activities in 2011. Many of GALA's initiatives are made possible through GALA member support and participation. More

Meet GALA's Newest Member Companies

GALA welcomes its newest members to the association. With over 280 member companies from 50 countries, our membership includes translation agencies, localization service providers, globalization consultants, technology developers, and buyers of language services and technologies. More

GALAxy Member Company Spotlight: WhP International SAS

Dominique Trouche, CEO

In this issue we speak with Dominique Trouche, CEO of WhP International SAS. Trouche shares some of WhP's accomplishments and innovations in the industry. More

Members Save with GALA

GALA has just launched GALA Marketplace, a new member benefit that offers member companies exclusive offers and special pricing. Available through the GALA website, GALA Marketplace is open to all individuals from GALA member companies. More

New Way to Find GALA Members

You can now find GALA members by geographic location using our interactive world map. Find information on over 280 member companies in 50 countries. More

Volunteer to help with GALA's Tools Directory

GALA is working on a new "Tools Corner" web resource for members, an online directory of tools by category. We're looking for volunteers to review this and provide feedback. If you know your tools and you would like to volunteer, please contact us! More

Registration for GALA 2012 Monaco is open!

26-28 March 2012

Plan now to join us in Monaco for three days of intense networking and professional development. The GALA 2012 conference is a great way to see the beautiful French Riviera on a budget. Have a look at our Send me to Monaco page to help calculate your costs and see the overall value of GALA 2012 and all Language of Business conferences. More

GALA CEO Forum

25 March 2012. Monaco

The GALA CEO Forum offers the opportunity to learn from the collective knowledge of a small group of leaders -- real company leaders helping to solve real problems faced by their peers. Together collaborating, sharing, debating and resolving, this event provides value to each participant. More

Translation Forum Russia 2011

Olga Fomenko, Marketing and PR Manager, InText Translation Company

Olga Fomenko shares her thoughts on Translation Forum Russia 2011, an event held 23-25 September in Saint Petersburg, Russia. More

2012 GALA Webinar Series: Call for Presenters

GALA is now accepting proposals for the 2012 GALA Webinar Series. The GALA Webinar Series provides opportunities for members to connect with industry ideas, and offers companies a place to share industry knowledge and expertise as well as showcase their technologies. More

GALA Webinar Recording: SDL Trados 2011 Studio Training

Ziad Chama

Download the recording from Ziad Chama’s webinar on using SDL Trados 2011, part of GALA's November free tools training series. More

Host a 2012 GALA Networking Event in Your Area!

Connect with your localization community

With the help of local members, GALA has hosted local networking events in cities around the world. Contact Allison Ferch if you'd like to help organize a 2012 networking event in your city. More