LocWorldWide46 “Global Toolbox” Sessions
All times listed are WAT (West Africa Time)
Note that all LocWorldWide46 attendees receive a 50% discount on Global Toolbox sessions! Everyone who registered for the conference received a 50% discount code to be used on these sessions.
Scholarships from Lionbridge:
Lionbridge and LocWorld are happy to partner in support of localization education for those who are eager to learn. Would you or someone you know benefit from a scholarship to support event attendance? Our hope is to help reduce the cost of education for localization students or professionals who would otherwise not be able to attend LocWorldWide46 Africa or the Global Toolbox workshops. Education enhances industry knowledge, enables networking, and empowers decision-making. Applications can be completed online.
Thursday, May 19, 2022, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Meet The Experts: Best Practices for the African Language Professional
How do you market your skills, keep up with industry trends, and exceed client expectations? Join our conversation with a panel of established African language professionals as they share inspiring stories and talk about their experiences in the language industry. In this toolbox session, we will dive deep into a wide range of topics relevant ...Presenters:Ọpẹ́yẹmí Adémólá
Abel Aregawi
Vuyokazi Ntliziywana
Tochi Precious
Moderator: Luc van Kemenade - Kemenade Language ServicesSponsored By:
Meet The Experts: Best Practices for the African Language ProfessionalMonday, May 23, 2022, 2:00pm-5:30pm
Introduction to Localization
A known company developed a powerful and outstanding product for social media. The first and main market was, as usual, the United States. One day, the company’s board decided that it was time for growth and to penetrate new markets such as Europe, Asia, and Africa. The research and development department claimed — no problem, ...Presenter:Daniel Goldschmidt
Thursday, May 26, 2022, 2:00pm-5:30pm
Small Business Round Table: Sharpening Your Localization Industry Soft Skills - Africa Edition
Industry veterans (and a newbie) of the language services sector in Africa will be featured in this round table session. The discussion will include best practices needed to establish and maintain operations in the African market, day-to-day processes, recruitment and training, sales, and growth strategies. Join us for a lively talk about our experiences, mistakes, ...Presenters:Johan Botha
Theophan Marube
Ady Namaran Coulibaly
Moderator: Gabriela Morales - Rosario Traducciones y Servicios S.A.
Cancellation Policy: Refunds (less a USD $50 processing fee) will be given according to the following schedule:
Up to four weeks prior to the event – full refund; two weeks prior – 50% refund; one week prior – no refund.
You may transfer your registration to another attendee. Transfer requests must be received by LocWorld () as soon as possible, and before the start of the event.
LocWorld reserves the right to cancel the event at any time without prior notice. Registrants will be notified promptly and their registration fee will be refunded in full. Liability of LocWorld is limited to a refund of the registration fee. Localization World, Ltd. reserves the right to cancel the conference without prior notice.
