BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//vlog (ATA) - ECPv6.9.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:vlog (ATA) X-ORIGINAL-URL: X-WR-CALDESC:Events for vlog (ATA) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T163000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250227T235552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T002222Z UID:49475-1741791600-1741797000@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:CLD Café: From Strokes to Stories\, Unveiling the Wonderful World of Traditional Chinese Characters DESCRIPTION:The Chinese language varies across different regions\, including Taiwan\, Hong Kong\, Mainland China\, and beyond. This CLD Café session seeks to demystify Traditional Chinese characters by first exploring the origins of the Chinese language. The presenter will examine the sophisticated meanings behind traditional characters and outline the key differences between traditional and simplified Chinese characters\, as well as between written and spoken Chinese. \nOpen to all current members of CLD. URL:/event/cld-cafe-from-strokes-to-stories-unveiling-the-wonderful-world-of-traditional-chinese-characters/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Specialization,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Chinese-Language-Division-Logo-031824.png ORGANIZER;CN="Chinese Language Division":MAILTO:rony.gao@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T200000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250219T182403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T160707Z UID:49311-1741885200-1741896000@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Words that Work: Intensive Copywriting Workshop DESCRIPTION:Unlock your copywriting potential and transform your writing skills to create compelling content that engages\, influences\, and drives action across all platforms!\nHave you ever felt unsure about where to start\, struggled with writer’s block\, or found it challenging to enhance your writing? Whether you need to craft an inspiring speech\, create an engaging web page\, or write a persuasive corporate letter\, this workshop is for you! \nJoin us to explore various copywriting frameworks that will help you develop clearer\, more appropriate\, and persuasive texts. This is a “must-attend” workshop for anyone involved in writing\, editing\, or approving copy designed to engage or influence others\, whether online\, in print\, or in person. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to improve your writing skills! \nIn this workshop\, you will:\n\nCraft compelling and persuasive copy that captures attention and drives action.\nGain a deeper understanding of your target audience and tailor your messages to meet their needs and preferences.\nRefine your approach to enhance your copywriting effectiveness.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nGabriela Escarrá is a sworn certified translator\, university professor of English and literature\, ISO auditor and proofreader specializing in marketing and corporate communications. She has two certifications in post-editing and transcreation. She has actively participated in the adoption and adaptation of several standards related to language and terminology. She is chair of ATA’s Standards Committee and the assistant administrator and professional development chair of ATA’s Spanish Language Division. She is an active member of the Asociación Argentina de Marketing and an expert member of the jury for its Premios Mercurio\, the annual marketing awards in Argentina. URL:/event/words-that-work-intensive-copywriting-workshop/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Grow Your Career ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Words-that-Work-Intensive-Copywriting-Workshop-scaled-e1740010185715.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T124500 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250213T174342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194659Z UID:49123-1742040000-1742042700@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Digital Marketing for Translators\, Part 1: Email Marketing That Works DESCRIPTION:Learn how to talk to each target client in a way that resonates with them and start building strong human relationships from the word go.\nIn a world of increasing automation\, your human connection is your superpower. In this webinar for freelance translators\, you’ll see real-life examples of email copies and communication strategies that resonate with clients and help build a human connection beyond screens. Whether your focus is on agencies or direct clients\, we’ll explore what makes an email truly effective\, from an eye-catching subject line to a memorable professional email signature. \nIn this webinar\, you will:\n\nUnderstand the power of email as a unique marketing asset for your freelance business and personal brand.\nLearn about targeting translation agencies and direct clients.\nNavigate the dos and don’ts of email subject lines\, tone\, and professional signatures.\nLearn strategies for subtly reminding your customers that you have work capacity\, without appearing overly eager.\nExplore an essential email template to help you personalize cold emails beyond simply inserting the recipient’s name.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nDelfina Morganti Hernandez has degrees in English-Spanish translation and interpreting\, digital marketing\, advertising\, and literature. She helps B2B brands and fellow translator entrepreneurs boost their conversion potential through custom SEO marketing localization\, copywriting\, and marketing consultancy services. She has lectured internationally on literary translation and transcreation\, self-published two eBooks on translation and poetry writing\, and is currently exploring teaching Spanish as a second language to university students in France. For over a decade\, she has used her social media channels and passion for empowering others through knowledge-sharing to provide content on marketing and branding tools\, convinced that marketing can help translators coexist with one another and with AI-based localization solutions. In 2020\, she created Founded in Transcreation\, the first podcast dedicated to transcreation as a service. In addition to ATA\, she is a member of the Association of Translators of the Province of Santa Fe\, 2nd District (CTPSF\, Argentina). URL:/event/digital-marketing-for-translators-part-1-email-marketing-that-works/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Free for Members ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Digital-Marketing-for-Translators-scaled-e1739468472683.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T130000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20241211T214818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194637Z UID:47675-1742472000-1742475600@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Developing Expertise in Interpreting: Reflection\, Feedback\, and Repetition DESCRIPTION:Explore strategies for constructive feedback and deliberate practice in this interactive webinar\, focusing on refining interpreting skills through guided reflection\, repetition\, and collaboration.\nInterpreting expertise cannot be achieved by simply working as an interpreter for a long time. Deliberate practice is needed to attain expertise\, and two of the cornerstones of deliberate practice are constructive feedback and repetition. This webinar will help you develop tools to increase the value of the feedback you give to yourself and colleagues. You will be given a rubric to use when giving yourself or others feedback and practice giving constructive\, well-argued feedback for interpreters. \nDuring the session\, you will interpret a short example scenario while recording yourself\, and then you will reflect on your recordings and repeat the scenario to improve. This will give you time to actively apply what you learn during the webinar. You will also receive temporary two-month access to Terp\, an interactive platform for practicing interpreting. You will receive instructions on how to complete practice sessions on Terp and send these practice sessions (which will include recordings of your interpretations) to colleagues to request feedback from them. These learning activities will help you unlock the power of constructive feedback and repetition. \nBy attending this webinar\, you will:\n\nIncorporate principles of deliberate practice into your interpreting training.\nEvaluate interpretations using a structured rubric.\nProvide constructive feedback tailored to interpreters.\nArticulate the strengths and areas for improvement in an interpretation with clarity and objectivity.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nDevin Gilbert is a translation/interpreting practitioner\, educator\, and researcher. He teaches Spanish translation and interpreting as an assistant professor at Utah Valley University’s Department of Languages & Cultures. His research interests include translation/interpreting pedagogy\, translation process research\, and translation/interpreting technology. He enjoys developing software for the web and is constantly trying to expand his developer skillset. In 2022\, he started Terp\, a web-based interpreting training platform that makes quality\, authentic interpreting practice more accessible and interactive. URL:/event/developing-expertise-in-interpreting-reflection-feedback-and-repetition/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Interpreting,Specialization ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Developing-Expertise-in-Interpreting-Reflection-Feedback-and-Repetition-scaled-e1733849444975.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250323 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20241115T210141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T210141Z UID:47026-1742515200-1742687999@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:CHIA 25th Annual Educational Conference DESCRIPTION:As a service to members\, vlogprovides information about non-vlogevents that serve the translation and interpreting community. Inclusion in ATA’s event calendar does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by ATA. URL:/event/chia-25th-annual-educational-conference/ LOCATION:United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T190000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20241211T201529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194624Z UID:47674-1742925600-1742929200@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Preventing Burnout in Healthcare for Translators and Interpreters DESCRIPTION:Explore research-backed strategies to manage stress\, prevent burnout\, and build a resilient\, high-performance culture that improves both personal well-being and patient safety.\nThis webinar offers a comprehensive and transformative learning experience on stress\, burnout\, and their impact on patient safety\, tailored specifically for medical professionals. You’ll discover scientifically backed strategies to manage stress\, prevent burnout\, and foster a healthy\, high-performance culture. \nThe speakers will present the results of their groundbreaking research on health care workers’ mental health\, compassion fatigue\, work engagement\, absenteeism\, presenteeism\, turnover intentions\, and patient safety culture. They will also share insights on building a resilient work environment that enhances your performance and promotes psychological safety among colleagues. \nDesigned for medical professionals at all levels\, this webinar focuses on improving both personal well-being and the quality of support you offer to colleagues and patients. By the end\, you’ll have the knowledge\, practical skills\, and confidence to sustain high performance\, support colleagues\, prevent burnout\, and cultivate a thriving\, psychologically safe work culture in health care. \nBy attending this webinar\, you will:\n\nCorrelate between medical team burnout and patient safety concerns.\nImplement strategies to manage stress\, prevent burnout\, and maintain a healthy\, high-performance culture.\nLearn about the latest research conducted by our team on burnout in critical care and pharmacist and review the data analysis.\nDiscover how to update and manage our work environment to make it safer and better for our teammates to prevent work burnout.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nSam Pournezhad\, PharmD\, has a doctor of pharmacy degree and completed a general residency\, specializing in critical care at Grady Memorial Hospital. He currently practices at the Neurosurgery and Neurocritical Care Unit at Grady Hospital\, a level one trauma center and comprehensive stroke and neuroscience center in Atlanta\, Georgia. In addition\, he practices in the emergency room at Grady Hospital and Emory Hospital System. Apart from his bedside experience\, he is also an assistant professor of clinical science at the Touro University School of Pharmacy and Medical School\, as well as at Mercer University. He has over four years of experience in critical care and annually works on two to three projects with Grady and Touro University. In addition to his professional hospital and university work\, he is a health influencer on YouTube\, podcast channels\, and X. He is also chair of the outreach program of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) Southeast Chapter\, which covers seven states of the national SCCM chapter on the East coast. \nEhsan Etezad\, PhD Candidate\, is a behavioral scientist and consultant specializing in helping organizations create healthy\, high-performing workplaces. As a PhD candidate in Organizational Psychology\, he focuses on developing strategies to foster psychologically safe environments that enhance both well-being and professional excellence. Ehsan partners with leading associations\, research institutions\, and private organizations to improve workplace health\, safety\, and performance. His mission is to transform work cultures into thriving ecosystems through actionable insights and innovative practices. URL:/event/preventing-burnout-in-healthcare-for-translators-and-interpreters/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Interpreting,Specialization ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Preventing-Burnout-in-Healthcare-for-Translators-and-Interpreters-scaled-e1738174706571.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250329 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250330 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20220125T180607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T180607Z UID:30569-1743206400-1743292799@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Call for Nominations Deadline DESCRIPTION:The elected Board of Directors is responsible for guiding the development of ATA. By submitting a nomination\, vlogmembers help shape the future of their association and their profession. Find out which positions are open\, who is eligible to be nominated\, and how to submit your nominations. URL:/event/call-for-nominations-deadline-2023-03-01/2025-03-29/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/feature-images-17-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250401 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20230126T192551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T190038Z UID:24709-1743379200-1743465599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Mentoring Program: Application Deadline DESCRIPTION:Get the Support You Need! ATA’s Mentoring Program offers matching services to members at different stages in their career. Mentees and mentors benefit from this mutually rewarding program. \nMentee applications are accepted from January 1 through March 31\, while Mentor applications are accepted all year. The program runs from May 1 through October 31 each year. Mentees will be selected through a competitive application process. URL:/event/mentoring-program-application-deadline/2025-03-31/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership,Business Strategies,Free for Members,Grow Your Career ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/ATA-Mentoring-Program-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T130000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250129T180256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194606Z UID:48730-1743681600-1743685200@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Wordscope + ChatGPT for Translators DESCRIPTION:Harness the power of AI-driven tools to enhance your translations\, boost productivity\, and stay competitive in the rapidly evolving translation industry.\nThe translation industry is undergoing a profound transformation\, with AI at the forefront of this evolution. Tools like Wordscope\, an advanced CAT tool for both Mac and PC\, are leading this change. Wordscope not only integrates seamlessly with AI technologies like DeepL and ChatGPT but also allows you to customize these tools to your specific needs using private glossaries\, helping you work smarter and faster. \nThis webinar will show you how to embrace AI as an ally rather than fearing it. Translators who have adopted AI-driven tools have significantly boosted their productivity and quality of work\, demonstrating that AI is not a threat but an enhancement to their craft. With Wordscope\, you’ll learn to leverage multiple machine translation engines\, trusted terminology databases\, and client-specific glossaries to produce precise\, contextually accurate translations. \nWe’ll also discuss the measures taken to ensure confidentiality when working with AI\, using professional-grade tools that keep your data secure and give you peace of mind when handling sensitive projects. \nWho Should Attend?\nWhether you’re an experienced translator or just starting to explore AI-powered tools\, this webinar offers an eye-opening glimpse into the future of translation. Learn how to stay competitive\, embrace AI with confidence\, and lead the way in this exciting new era. \nYou will learn how to:\n\nRecognize the value of integrating AI tools like ChatGPT\, Translation Memories\, and glossaries to boost translation speed\, quality\, and confidence while viewing AI as an ally that enhances your professional skills\, not something to fear.\nLearn how to compare translation suggestions from multiple machine translation engines\, refine your choices\, and improve contextual accuracy—understanding that there is no single way to translate.\nDiscover how to ensure confidentiality and create customized versions of AI tools like ChatGPT and DeepL for specific clients\, using trusted terminology databases and private glossaries to maintain consistency and security.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nPhilippe Mercier began his career as an IT consultant and author of a dozen software programming books published by Hachette France. His passion for writing and his expertise in IT quickly led him to the world of translation and software localization\, where he participated in numerous projects and held various positions within translation agencies. Drawing on his experience in IT and his understanding of the challenges faced by translators\, he has always strived to develop innovative solutions to meet their specific needs. More recently\, he has incorporated the latest advancements in artificial intelligence\, such as machine translation and ChatGPT\, into a CAT tool (Wordscope). This integration aims to assist translators in enhancing the quality and speed of their services\, addressing the growing demand for translation in our globalized world. URL:/event/wordscope-chatgpt-for-translators/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Free for Members,Grow Your Career,Tools and Technology,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Wordscope-ChatGPT-for-Translators-scaled-e1738173416401.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250406 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20241121T141348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T233343Z UID:47223-1743724800-1743897599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:MICvlogAnnual Conference DESCRIPTION:Serving translators and interpreters at the regional level\, vlogchapters and affiliates provide educational sessions and workshops\, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters\, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members\, vlogprovides information about chapter and affiliate events. URL:/event/micata-annual-conference-2/ LOCATION:United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ata-chapter-event-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250406 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250215T232339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T233423Z UID:49247-1743811200-1743897599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:37th Annual CATI Conference DESCRIPTION:Serving translators and interpreters at the regional level\, vlogchapters and affiliates provide educational sessions and workshops\, publicize the availability of local translators and interpreters\, and increase the local community’s awareness of language services. As a service to members\, vlogprovides information about chapter and affiliate events. URL:/event/37th-annual-cati-conference/ LOCATION:United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ata-chapter-event-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T133000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250123T205847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194550Z UID:48616-1744113600-1744119000@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:From Words to Workflows: Mastering Translation Tech for Peak Performance DESCRIPTION:Turn everyday tools in MS Office into powerful allies for streamlining your translation workflow\, boosting productivity\, and embracing technology with confidence.\nIn today’s fast-paced world\, translators face the challenge of juggling tight deadlines\, complex projects\, and the growing role of technology in their work. This webinar will show you how to make peace with tools like AI and digital workflows\, transforming them from intimidating unknowns into powerful allies using tools you already have in Windows and Office but might not realize are there. \nThrough relatable\, real-world examples\, you’ll uncover how these everyday features can handle repetitive tasks\, streamline multitasking\, and tackle tricky technical details. Imagine freeing up your time to focus on the creative side of translation while letting these surprisingly accessible tools take care of the heavy lifting in the background. \nAdapting to technology doesn’t mean losing control—it means using what’s already at your fingertips to work smarter\, not harder. This webinar will offer practical strategies to simplify your work\, boost consistency\, and deliver results you’re proud of\, all without needing to invest lots of money in new software or advanced technical knowledge. \nWhether you’re curious about exploring new approaches or just looking for tips to make your workday flow better\, this webinar is a chance to embrace technology confidently and unlock the hidden potential of the tools you already have. It’s about growth\, adaptability\, and evolving alongside the role of the translator. \nBy attending this webinar\, you will:\n\nGain confidence with technology.\nEnhance multitasking.\nDiscover gems in tools you already have.\nDiscover practical and novel ways to use tools you may already know in theory.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nFlorencia Russo is an English-Spanish translator and a graduate of the National University of La Plata\, Argentina. She specializes in technical translation for the automotive\, oil and gas\, and technology sectors and contributes to content development for a company specializing in AI-powered translation software. A self-proclaimed tech enthusiast\, her passion for technology began at age 15 with her first PC. Using a 386 computer and basic programming\, she developed her first computer-assisted dictionary\, combining her love for language and innovation. Since 2017\, she has been delivering courses and workshops on digital tools for translators\, sharing practical applications of technology with local and international audiences. As a board member of the Association of Certified Translators of La Plata since 2021\, she leads the Commission on Computer Tools\, championing the effective integration of digital resources into translation workflows. Her expertise bridges language and technology\, with a focus on enhancing efficiency and quality in professional translation. URL:/event/from-words-to-workflows-mastering-translation-tech-for-peak-performance/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Tools and Technology,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/From-Words-to-Workflows-Mastering-Translation-Tech-for-Peak-Performance-scaled-e1737665457824.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T124500 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250213T174942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194539Z UID:49127-1744459200-1744461900@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Professional Performance\, All the Time! Part 3 DESCRIPTION:Master dynamic communicative mediation (DCM) to handle interpreting challenges with confidence and precision.\nIdeally\, every interpreter can always interpret every idea and nuance in every speech: respecting the substance and form of the original\, dodging the numerous traps\, and dealing dexterously with all the intricacies of the languages in question. Humor\, irony\, technical terms\, reasoning\, emphasis\, abbreviations\, quotes\, ambiguities\, and the like are all expertly conveyed and we leave the booth with our head held high. \nHowever\, in the real world this is far from always the case\, even for stellar interpreters. The less experienced you are\, the more often you will find it impossible to deliver a hundred percent on the legitimate demands of the delegates; or as an experienced practitioner\, you may decide that brevity better serves communication in a particular case. This is when you need to apply DCM! \nIn this webinar\, you will begin learning how to:\n\nRemain in charge in every situation in the booth.\nPrioritize and prune\, using concision and accuracy to gain “brain space.”\nHonor and convey the true meaning and reasoning of your speakers.\nBuild interpreting resilience and professionalism.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nChris Guichot de Fortis is a member of the International Association of Conference Interpreters (AIIC) with an MA from Cambridge University and an MA in conference interpreting (University of Bath). He was a professional tennis player and served 10 years in the British police. He worked as a NATO interpreter during 1988-2021\, and for 10 years organized the NATO recruitment tests and training program for interpreting students. He has organized volunteer interpreter teams for several non-governmental organizations. He has taught or examined in a dozen schools and is chair of the Belgian AIIC Trainers’ Network (BANT). He now works as a freelancer and coaches interpreters\, mainly for B-language improvement and for tests in international organizations. URL:/event/professional-performance-all-the-time-part-3/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Business Strategies,Free for Members ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Professional-Performance-All-the-time-scaled-e1732803921367.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T130000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250228T182821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194330Z UID:49500-1744718400-1744722000@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Vocal Excellence in Conference Interpreting: Tools for Sustainability and Efficiency DESCRIPTION:Master vocal endurance to excel as a conference interpreter in high-pressure multilingual settings.\nThis webinar offers conference interpreters advanced vocal training techniques tailored to the demands of their profession. It addresses key challenges such as vocal fatigue\, projection\, and maintaining vocal health in high-pressure environments. \nParticipants will learn science-based strategies\, including breathing exercises\, voice placement\, posture optimization\, and self-monitoring. The webinar also covers methods for preventing vocal strain\, recognizing early warning signs\, and understanding the voice as an emotional tool to enhance audience connection. \nDesigned for both professional interpreters and students\, this webinar aims to improve vocal performance\, ensure long-term vocal health\, and support career longevity. Participants will leave with practical techniques to manage the vocal demands of simultaneous interpreting with greater ease and confidence. \nYou will learn how to:\n\nOptimize vocal techniques to meet the demands of conference interpreting.\nPrevent vocal pathologies by implementing healthy voice practices.\nEnhance confidence through improved vocal control and endurance.\nImprove voice quality for clearer and more effective communication.\nMaintain long-term vocal health to sustain a successful interpreting career.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nMijal Guinguis is a singer\, voice-over artist\, and licensed speech therapist specializing in professional voice training. She is dedicated to researching and implementing techniques to optimize the vocal resources of individuals who use their voice as a work tool. For over 10 years\, she has been conducting vocal training workshops and providing personalized coaching for conference interpreters. She also trains a wide range of voice professionals\, including broadcasters\, actors\, singers\, and teachers\, among others. In parallel with her work as a researcher and educator\, she also pursues a career in music. URL:/event/vocal-excellence-in-conference-interpreting-tools-for-sustainability-and-efficiency/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Interpreting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Vocal-Excellence-in-Conference-Interpreting-Tools-for-Sustainability-and-Efficiency-scaled-e1740766911986.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T150000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250307T171523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T010829Z UID:49698-1745676000-1745679600@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:vlogMember Benefits Meet-Up DESCRIPTION:Come get a refresher on all the benefits of your vlogmembership!\nvlogis continuously working to add more benefits for our members. In fact\, there are so many\, even longtime members might not be aware of everything vloghas to offer! \nFind out what you’ve been missing! \nDuring this FREE\, fun\, and informative session\, learn how to access your vlogmember benefits and services or just catch up on what’s new and get live answers to your questions from ATA’s Membership Committee. \nNote: There will be additional sessions this year if you can’t make this one. This live session is intended to be an interactive real-time experience and will not be recorded. URL:/event/ata-member-benefits-meet-up-7/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership,Free for Members,Networking,Newcomers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ata_banner_home-membership-e1673974905885.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20210324T185942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T185942Z UID:25473-1746057600-1750031999@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Dynamo\, Mentoring\, and Rising Star Awards: Open for Submissions DESCRIPTION:vlogpresents annual and biennial awards to encourage\, reward\, and publicize outstanding work done by both seasoned professionals and students of our craft. Learn more about these awards and how to submit a nomination. \n\nDynamo Award\nMentoring Award\nRising Star Award URL:/event/dynamo-mentoring-and-rising-star-awards-open-for-submissions/2025-05-01/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/AFTI_2-scaled-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20241203T000047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T161331Z UID:47475-1746230400-1746403199@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting DESCRIPTION:The vlogBoard of Directors meets four times a year to establish policy\, develop goals and objectives\, and oversee ATA’s finances. Get to know ATA’s Board of Directors. \nWant to attend this meeting?\nThis Board of Directors Meeting will be held in Portland\, Oregon. All vlogmembers are invited to attend. Email your name and membership number to boardmeeting@atanet.org with the subject line Request to Attend the vlogBoard Meeting. \nLearn how a Board meeting works\nListen to The vlogPodcast: Inside the vlogBoard Room for a look at what happens. URL:/event/board-of-directors-meeting-14/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/board-meeting-feb-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T140000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20241217T195903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T194315Z UID:47770-1749556800-1749564000@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Strategies for Excellence in Remote Simultaneous Interpreting DESCRIPTION:Master the unique challenges of remote simultaneous interpreting. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and sharpen your skills for this dynamic field.\nRemote simultaneous interpreting (RSI) emerged in 2020 and has since become integral to the daily routine of freelance conference interpreters worldwide. While akin to traditional conference interpreting\, it demands distinct skills and heightened multitasking abilities beyond those typically required in a booth setting. In this webinar\, we’ll explore common mistakes and pitfalls encountered by interpreters across age and experience levels when operating remotely. Come prepared with questions for the Q&A session as we collaborate to enhance our proficiency in this evolving landscape. \nYou will learn how to:\n\nIdentify red flags indicating that the client’s RSI setup might not work.\nChoose an RSI setup that will help you mitigate risks.\nAvoid the biggest mistakes made by conference interpreters when working on Zoom and similar platforms.\nBe a great boothmate during RSI assignments.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nPaula Ianelli was born and raised in São Paulo\, Brazil\, and has been a translator and conference interpreter for over 15 years. She is a member of AIIC\, APIC\, and TAALS\, and is certified by both vlogand ABRATES. She has interpreted for celebrities like Sandra Bullock and Will Smith\, as well as politicians such as U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and former Brazilian President Michel Temer. She has worked at events with thousands of listeners and live broadcasts to global audiences. She resides in New York\, where she continues her work as a conference interpreter\, both online and on-site. URL:/event/strategies-for-excellence-in-remote-simultaneous-interpreting/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Grow Your Career,Interpreting,Specialization ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Strategies-for-Excellence-in-Remote-Simultaneous-Interpreting-scaled-e1734016715933.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T170000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250307T171621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T010746Z UID:49699-1750176000-1750179600@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:vlogMember Benefits Meet-Up DESCRIPTION:Come get a refresher on all the benefits of your vlogmembership!\nvlogis continuously working to add more benefits for our members. In fact\, there are so many\, even longtime members might not be aware of everything vloghas to offer! \nFind out what you’ve been missing! \nDuring this FREE\, fun\, and informative session\, learn how to access your vlogmember benefits and services or just catch up on what’s new and get live answers to your questions from ATA’s Membership Committee. \nNote: There will be additional sessions this year if you can’t make this one. This live session is intended to be an interactive real-time experience and will not be recorded. URL:/event/ata-member-benefits-meet-up-8/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership,Free for Members,Networking,Newcomers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ata_banner_home-membership-e1673974905885.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20210323T151435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T155106Z UID:27347-1753920000-1754006399@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Student Translation Award: Submission Deadline DESCRIPTION:vlogawards a grant-in-aid to a student for a literary or sci-tech translation or translation-related project. The project\, which may be derived from any facet of translation studies\, should result in a project with post-grant applicability\, such as a publication\, a conference presentation\, or teaching materials. Computerized materials are ineligible\, as are dissertations and theses. Translations must be from a foreign language INTO ENGLISH. Previously untranslated works are preferred. URL:/event/student-translation-award-submission-deadline/2025-07-31/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Newcomers,Translation ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20220126T163221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220126T163221Z UID:27348-1753920000-1754006399@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:School Outreach Contest Deadline DESCRIPTION:Share your passion with the next generation and you could win a free registration to the vlogAnnual Conference.\nATA’s School Outreach Program encourages professional translators and interpreters to visit classrooms—in person or virtually\, anywhere in the world\, to any age group—and share their passion for language with students. We make it easy by offering presentation materials\, tips\, photos\, and stories! \nSubmit your story and photo by July 31! URL:/event/school-outreach-contest-deadline-2/2025-07-31/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership,Educators and Trainers,Free for Members ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/school-outreach-2021-e1643070714545.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250809 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250811 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250228T152858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T152858Z UID:49487-1754697600-1754870399@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting DESCRIPTION:The vlogBoard of Directors meets four times a year to establish policy\, develop goals and objectives\, and oversee ATA’s finances. Get to know ATA’s Board of Directors. \nWant to attend this meeting?\nThis Board of Directors Meeting will be held virtually. All vlogmembers are invited to attend. Email your name and membership number to boardmeeting@atanet.org with the subject line Request to Attend the vlogBoard Meeting. \nLearn how a Board meeting works\nListen to The vlogPodcast: Inside the vlogBoard Room for a look at what happens. URL:/event/board-of-directors-meeting-15/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/board-meeting-feb-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T183000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250307T171724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T010701Z UID:49700-1756920600-1756924200@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:vlogMember Benefits Meet-Up DESCRIPTION:Come get a refresher on all the benefits of your vlogmembership!\nvlogis continuously working to add more benefits for our members. In fact\, there are so many\, even longtime members might not be aware of everything vloghas to offer! \nFind out what you’ve been missing! \nDuring this FREE\, fun\, and informative session\, learn how to access your vlogmember benefits and services or just catch up on what’s new and get live answers to your questions from ATA’s Membership Committee. \nNote: There will be additional sessions this year if you can’t make this one. This live session is intended to be an interactive real-time experience and will not be recorded. URL:/event/ata-member-benefits-meet-up-9/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership,Free for Members,Networking,Newcomers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ata_banner_home-membership-e1673974905885.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20241118T235853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T235853Z UID:47119-1756944000-1757203199@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:XXIII FIT Congress DESCRIPTION:As a service to members\, vlogprovides information about non-vlogevents that serve the translation and interpreting community. Inclusion in ATA’s event calendar does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by ATA. URL:/event/xxiii-fit-congress/ LOCATION:United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20241115T211513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T211513Z UID:47030-1758758400-1759017599@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:NCIHC 2025 Language Access Congress DESCRIPTION:As a service to members\, vlogprovides information about non-vlogevents that serve the translation and interpreting community. Inclusion in ATA’s event calendar does not imply affiliation with or endorsement by ATA. URL:/event/ncihc-2025-language-access-congress/ LOCATION:United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250121T194108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T194531Z UID:48536-1761091200-1761436799@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:vlog66th Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Celebrate your passion and profession at ATA66!\nDedicated translators and interpreters come from all over the world to share their unique experiences while building relationships in a supportive and generous community. They come to invest in themselves and their future as professional language services providers. \nCelebrate with 1\,200 translators and interpreters from over 60 countries who love what they do\, just like you! \nvlog66th Annual Conference\nOctober 22-25\, 2025 | Boston\, Massachusetts \nLearn More URL:/event/ata-66th-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Westin Boston Seaport Hotel\, 425 Summer Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States CATEGORIES:vlogConference,vlogMembership,Business Strategies,Educators and Trainers,Grow Your Career,Interpreting,Newcomers,Specialization,Tools and Technology,Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ata66-featured-image-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250228T153553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T153553Z UID:49489-1761350400-1761523199@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Board of Directors Meeting DESCRIPTION:The vlogBoard of Directors meets four times a year to establish policy\, develop goals and objectives\, and oversee ATA’s finances. Get to know ATA’s Board of Directors. \nWant to attend this meeting?\nThis Board of Directors Meeting will be held in Boston\, Massachusetts. All vlogmembers are invited to attend. Email your name and membership number to boardmeeting@atanet.org with the subject line Request to Attend the vlogBoard Meeting. \nLearn how a Board meeting works\nListen to The vlogPodcast: Inside the vlogBoard Room for a look at what happens. URL:/event/board-of-directors-meeting-16/ LOCATION:Westin Boston Seaport Hotel\, 425 Summer Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/board-meeting-feb-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20250307T171827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T010006Z UID:49701-1765029600-1765033200@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:vlogMember Benefits Meet-Up DESCRIPTION:Come get a refresher on all the benefits of your vlogmembership!\nvlogis continuously working to add more benefits for our members. In fact\, there are so many\, even longtime members might not be aware of everything vloghas to offer! \nFind out what you’ve been missing! \nDuring this FREE\, fun\, and informative session\, learn how to access your vlogmember benefits and services or just catch up on what’s new and get live answers to your questions from ATA’s Membership Committee. \nNote: There will be additional sessions this year if you can’t make this one. This live session is intended to be an interactive real-time experience and will not be recorded. URL:/event/ata-member-benefits-meet-up-10/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership,Free for Members,Networking,Newcomers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ata_banner_home-membership-e1673974905885.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20201213T235903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201213T235903Z UID:29704-1767225600-1767311999@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Mastermind Program: Open for Applications DESCRIPTION:Don’t go it alone! Translators and interpreters often go into business understanding that finding and retaining clients will be hard work. What many fail to see\, however\, is the difficulty in running a business alone and not always knowing what to do next. This is where vlogcan help! \nATA’s Mastermind Program uses a peer-based mentoring approach offering a combination of brainstorming\, education\, and support. You will work together in small groups to share knowledge on specific topics and work collaboratively to achieve your learning goals. \nThe deadline to apply is February 28. URL:/event/mastermind-program-open-for-applications/2026-01-01/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:vlogMembership,Business Strategies,Free for Members,Grow Your Career ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ATA-Mastermind-Program.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102 DTSTAMP:20250312T161751 CREATED:20210331T200845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T200845Z UID:47865-1767225600-1767311999@www.atanet.org SUMMARY:Lewis Galantière Award: Open for Submissions DESCRIPTION:The Lewis Galantière Award is bestowed biennially in even-numbered years for a distinguished book-length literary translation from any language\, except German\, into English. URL:/event/lewis-galantiere-award-submission-deadline/2026-01-01/ LOCATION:United States CATEGORIES:Translation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/ATA-Honors-and-Awards-Deadline-scaled-e1643130834979.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="vlog":MAILTO:ata@atanet.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR