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VistaTalksThe Future of AI Depends on Better Multilingual Data with Simon Hodgkins – VistaTalks Ep 207
AI adoption is accelerating, investment is growing, and organizations are deploying increasingly sophisticated language models. But beneath the impressive…
VistaTalksHow to Scale Human Influence Using AI with Timothy Hughes – VistaTalks Ep 206
Timothy “Tim” Hughes, CEO and Co-Founder of Azpertilo, joins Host Simon Hodgkins for a timely conversation about social selling, AI-powered content, authentic…
VistaTalksHow to Succeed in Business Now We Are All Using AI – VistaTalks Ep 205
Using recent developments from Google and the wider technology landscape as a starting point, Simon examines what this shift means for global businesses…
VistaTalksWhy Better AI Starts With Better Data with Gemma Newlove – VistaTalks Ep 204
Gemma Newlove, Director of Sales at Vistatec, joins Host Simon Hodgkins for a timely conversation about the rapidly expanding world of AI data, multilingual…
VistaTalksThe Importance of Choosing The Right AI Partner with Simon Hodgkins - VistaTalks Ep 203
Artificial intelligence continues to dominate business conversations, and business leaders are facing an important question: Who should you trust as your AI…
VistaTalksWhy Trust Matters More Than Ever in the Age of AI with Caroline O'Connell - VistaTalks Ep 202
Caroline O’Connell, Chief Revenue Officer at Vistatec, joins Host Simon Hodgkins for a timely conversation about the changing localization industry…
VistaTalksWhy AI Evaluation Matters More Than AI Models with Simon Hodgkins - VistaTalks Ep 201
Simon Hodgkins, Chief Marketing Officer at Vistatec and Vistatec AI, explores one of the most important aspects of enterprise AI adoption: evaluation. Rather…
VistaTalksAI, Language Intelligence, and the Future of Localization with Semih Altinay – VistaTalks Ep 200
Artificial intelligence has been part of the localization industry for decades through machine translation and neural translation models. However, according to…
VistaTalksEvolving Your Localization Strategy with Simon Hodgkins – VistaTalks Ep 199
Simon Hodgkins, Host of VistaTalks and Chief Marketing Officer at Vistatec, explores one of the biggest questions facing global organizations today: How do you…
VistaTalksThe AI Moonshot Strategy with Robin Ayoub - VistaTalks Ep 198
Robin Ayoub, Founder of N49 Networks, Fractional CRO, Executive Mentor, and Host of the Localization Fireside Chat, joins Host Simon Hodgkins for a…
VistaTalksStorytelling, Localization, and AI-Powered Global Growth with Iti Sahai - VistaTalks Ep 197
Iti Sahai, Head of Product, Internationalization (Global Infrastructure) at Klaviyo, joins Host María Roa for a fascinating conversation about global…
VistaTalksWhy AI Should Assist, Not Replace Humans with Peter Rose – VistaTalks Ep 196
Peter Rose, Owner and Founder of TEKenable, joins Host Simon Hodgkins to discuss AI transformation, responsible innovation, healthcare technology, and…
VistaTalksHuman-Centered Localization, AI, and the Future of Global Teams - Teresa Toronjo - VistaTalks Ep 195
Teresa Toronjo, Senior Manager of Localization and Internationalization at Malt, joins Host María Roa for a thoughtful and highly practical conversation about…
VistaTalksHow to Scale AI in Business with Ozzie Brito – VistaTalks Ep 194
Ozzie Brito, AI Productivity Specialist at Vistatec, shares what it takes to scale AI in enterprise environments. This episode goes beyond buzzwords to focus…
VistaTalksNavigating the AI Inflection Point with Lorcan Malone, CEO of XTM - VistaTalks Ep 193
Host Simon Hodgkins speaks with Lorcan Malone, CEO of XTM, on this episode of VistaTalks to explore one of the most pivotal moments in the evolution of global…
VistaTalksNavigating Global Trade, Leadership and Sustainability with Yuanyuan Zheng – VistaTalks Ep 192
Yuanyuan Zheng, Global Procurement Leader and strategic advisor, joins Host Simon Hodgkins on VistaTalks for a wide-ranging and deeply reflective conversation…
VistaTalksLocalization at the Speed of Modern Software Development with Adam Asnes – VistaTalks Ep 191
Adam Asnes, CEO of Lingoport, joins host Simon Hodgkins on this episode of VistaTalks. Adam brings decades of hands-on experience in software and…
VistaTalksRethinking Localization for Emerging Markets with Muhammad Ikram – VistaTalks Ep 190
Host Simon Hodgkins speaks with Muhammad Ikram, Localization Trailblazer and long-time advocate for linguistic inclusion, on this episode of VistaTalks for a…
VistaTalksAI, and the Future of Women’s Health with Lynda Wilkes-Green – VistaTalks Ep 189
Lynda Wilkes-Green, Founder of Ahlya, joins Host Simon Hodgkins on this episode of VistaTalks for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about women’s…
VistaTalksThe Realities of AI Adoption in Business with Patrick Shields – VistaTalks Ep 188
Patrick Shields, experienced executive and PhD researcher in Artificial Intelligence, joins host Simon Hodgkins for a timely and thought-provoking conversation…
VistaTalksAI, Translation, and the Human Heart of Irish with Dr Micheál Ó Duibh - VistaTalks Ep 187
Dr Micheál Ó Duibh's recent appearance on the VistaTalks podcast captured the presence of someone who sees language not as an abstract academic puzzle but as a…
VistaTalksThe Future of Project Management Across Borders with James Louttit - VistaTalks Ep 186
James Louttit, Founder and lead trainer at Impactful Project Management, PMI's Project Management Professional of the Year, and award-winning author of Leading…
VistaTalksHoliday Special – VistaTalks Ep 185
Join us for a lively holiday special featuring hosts Simon Hodgkins and María Roa. It was a year shaped by rapid developments in AI, bold movement in branding…
VistaTalksChoosing the Right Global Partner at Every Stage with Giulia Greco – VistaTalks Ep 184
In this episode of VistaTalks, Host Simon Hodgkins sits down with Giulia Greco, founder of Giulia Greco Consulting and Globalization Consultant at Nimdzi…
VistaTalksWhy High-Quality Labeled Data Matters in Healthcare AI with Jill Goldsberry - VistaTalks Ep 183
Jill Goldsberry, Go-To-Market AI Senior Solutions Consultant at Centaur Labs, is in conversation with Host Simon Hodgkins on this episode of VistaTalks. The…
VistaTalksBuilding Global Brands and Startups with Trish Butler - VistaTalks Ep 182
Trish Butler has held senior marketing roles at household names such as B&Q, Screwfix, McCann, and the Taxback Group (now CluneTech). These roles gave her a…
VistaTalksBrand Global, Adapt Local with Katherine Melchior Ray - VistaTalks Ep 181
Katherine Melchior Ray, Faculty Member and Lecturer at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, President of Global Ally, keynote…
VistaTalksTurning Cross-Cultural Challenges into Competitive Advantage with Sylvia Gonner - VistaTalks Ep 180
With over 70 countries visited, fluency in six languages, and a lifetime of cross-cultural experience, Sylvia Gonner, President of Culturewiz, is in discussion…
VistaTalksFairness in AI Isn't a Bonus Feature. It's a Necessity with Neda Alipur - VistaTalks Ep 179
Artificial intelligence is changing everything, from healthcare and beauty tech to social media and surveillance. However, as systems powered by machine…
VistaTalksWhat Localization Taught Me About Humanity and Leadership with Hristina Racheva - VistaTalks Ep 178
Host Simon Hodgkins is in discussion with Hristina Racheva, whose journey is anything but conventional. After more than a decade of leading localization…
VistaTalksReimagining Recycling Through Technology with Alice Rackley - VistaTalks Ep 177
Alice Rackley, CEO of Polytag, joins Host Simon Hodgkins for a conversation that cuts through the noise around sustainability and brings fresh insight into…
VistaTalksLocalization, Agility, and AI in Global Marketing with Kevin Freedman - VistaTalks Ep 176
Kevin Freedman, Founder and CEO of Freedman International, joins Host Simon Hodgkins for an insightful conversation about international marketing, brand…
VistaTalksRebellious Branding and Breaking Through the Noise with Jana Straiton - VistaTalks Ep 175
Jana Straiton is the Founder and Managing Director of Renegade Marketing. She joins Host Simon Hodgkins for a sharp and insightful conversation about building…
VistaTalksShaping the Future of Global Travel with Kate Irwin – VistaTalks Ep 174
Kate Irwin is the Managing Director for EMEA at Skift; in this episode, she discusses with Host Simon Hodgkins her thoughts on the evolution of one of the…
VistaTalksElite Swimming to Marketing, AI, CRM, and Strategy with Melanie O'Connor - VistaTalks Ep 173
Melanie O'Connor, Head of Marketing at BDO Ireland, speaks with Host Simon Hodgkins about her journey from elite swimming to strategic marketing leadership…
VistaTalksReimagining Data, AI, and Trust in Business with Tim Farmer - VistaTalks Ep 172
Tim Farmer, Founder and CEO of iSquared, joins Host Simon Hodgkins on this episode of VistaTalks. Tim, a seasoned technologist, strategist, and thought leader…
VistaTalksBuilding Iconic Brands Through Human Connection with Tracy Hedrick – VistaTalks Ep #171
Tracy Hedrick, who has an impact that spans college athletics, live entertainment, global hospitality, and iconic brand storytelling, sits down with Host Simon…
VistaTalksUsing AI to Empower, Not Replace, Human Care with Denis Roche – VistaTalks Ep 170
Denis Roche, Founder of eAltra, is in conversation with VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins. In this episode, Denis shares the evolving intersection of healthcare…
VistaTalksThe Human Side of High Performance: AI, Burnout, and Leading with Humanity with Adele Hartland – VistaTalks Ep #169
Adele Hartland brings a rare combination of real-world leadership experience, deep coaching expertise, and a fresh, holistic perspective on building better…
VistaTalksRedefining Your Content Strategy for a Scalable, AI-Ready Future with Caley Burton - VistaTalks Ep #168
In this episode, Caley Burton, Senior Technical Writing Manager at Cloudflare, shared a powerful perspective on the evolving role of content. With nearly a…
VistaTalksTransforming Patient Care Through Digital Health Innovation with Jamie Whysall - VistaTalks Ep 167
Jamie Whysall, Head of Health at Netcompany UK, brings a real-world perspective to one of healthcare’s biggest challenges: digital transformation. In this…
VistaTalksWhy Every Brand Needs an Audio Strategy With Karsten Kjems - VistaTalks Ep #166
In this episode of VistaTalks, we explore the growing importance of sound in branding with Karsten Kjems, CEO of Sonic Minds. With deep expertise in sonic…
VistaTalksHow Spotify Delivers High-Quality Global Experiences with Jennifer Vela Valido - VistaTalks Ep #165
Join Jennifer Vela Valido, Ph.D., the Localization Quality Program Manager at Spotify, in conversation with María Roa at VistaTalks. Jennifer has over 15 years…
VistaTalksAI, Automation, and the Evolution of Technical Writing with Nick Hill - VistaTalks Ep #164
Nick Hill, Technical Writing Manager at HERE Technologies, joins VistaTalks Host Simon Hodgkins to discuss the evolving landscape of technical documentation…
VistaTalksFostering 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…
VistaTalksAI 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…
VistaTalksEmbracing 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…
VistaTalksThe 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…
VistaTalksReflecting 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…
VistaTalksWhy 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…
VistaTalksHow 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…
VistaTalksLeadership 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…
VistaTalksBreaking 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…
VistaTalksStay 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…
VistaTalksAudience 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…
VistaTalksThe 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…
VistaTalksExploring 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…
VistaTalksThe 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…
VistaTalksExploring 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…
VistaTalksBuilding 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…