From the Editors Desk
Samvād 2024 was an enormous success, and we owe it all to the incredible contributions and support from the partners, speakers and each participant and other stakeholders of the language and localization industry. A special thanks to the CITLoB team, whose hard work and dedication ensured the smooth execution of this remarkable event.
A Strong Turnout: Samvād 2024 Attendance
This year, Samvād saw 180+ in-person attendees and 45+ virtual delegates, making it a truly global event. Here’s quick breakdown:
• 220+ Delegates
• 32 Speakers
• 2 Indian and 1 international Government entities
• Representatives from Big 4 consulting companies
• 2 pre-event workshops
• Language industry associations from around the world
• Delegates from 5 countries and from 11 states across India.
• 1 trade and industry association (largest) in India
• 15+ Freelancer delegates
• 4 Universities from across India
• 22+ Student delegates
• 13 Exhibitors
• 7+ Sponsors
• 6 Award Winners
These numbers reflect the broad and diverse community of professionals eager to learn, connect, and share their expertise in the language industry.
Exhibitors and Expo: Showcasing Innovation
Our exhibition floor was a hive of activity, featuring 7 Expo Booths and 6 Table Spaces where attendees could explore cutting-edge products, services, and solutions from industry leaders. These exhibitors provided invaluable insights and demonstrated the latest innovations in language and localization technology.
Sponsorship and Support: Powering Samvād
We extend our sincere gratitude to the sponsors who made this event possible:
• Gold Sponsor: FELTIV
• Silver Sponsor: BRAHMAAM
• Lanyard Sponsor: CRYSTAL HUES
• Dinner Sponsors: BITS, CRYSTAL HUES, KNOWLEDGE WORKS INNOVATIVE LINGUISTIC SOLUTIONS PVT LTD, FELTIV
Their generous support ensured that Samvād 2024 could provide high-quality sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities for all attendees.
Speaker Insights: Thought Leadership at Its Best
With 30+ distinguished speakers taking the stage, Samvād 2024 was filled with impactful discussions. Keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions provided attendees with fresh perspectives on topics like AI in localization, technology adoption for South Asian languages, and the future of interpreting.
Missed a Session? The video recordings are now available on our Agenda Page for a limited time, giving you exclusive access to revisit your favorite talks or catch up on any sessions you missed. Check it out:
https://citlob.in/samvad-2024.php#event
Preconference Workshops: Hands-on Learning Experiences
Samvād 2024’s workshops were a hub for hands-on learning. Attendees actively participated in sessions designed to equip them with the latest tools and strategies in localization, language technology, and more. These workshops were conducted by Robert Martin from Magic Beans Agency, UK and by Eddie Arrieta from Multilingual Media, US. These workshops turned into rich learning experiences, thanks to the enthusiasm of the participants.
Networking: Connections That Matter
The event's vibrant energy was complemented by abundant networking opportunities, from the exhibition hall to evening dinners. One dinner was organised by the language industry community LocLunch, which saw large attendance from the Women in Localization community. Attendees engaged directly with speakers and industry leaders, fostering connections that will help shape the future of the language community.
Regards,
TEAM CITLoB