What Do You Mean?

Tips and strategies for managing translations of HR communications

Join us for an insightful webinar that will revolutionize the way you approach translation in HR communications! Whether you’re a seasoned global HR professional or just dipping your toes into the world of managing your global workforce, this webinar is tailor-made for you.

Our esteemed speakers, Glen Gonzalez and Jennifer Needham, Founding Partners and Senior Consultants for Smith Communications Partners, will be joining Molly Teague, Associate Director of Business Development at Morningside, A Questel Company, to discuss:

  • Choosing Your Words Carefully: Learn to navigate linguistic and cultural nuances to ensure effective communication.
  • Pictures Speak Volumes: Discover the impact of visual content in translation with real-life anecdotes and examples.
  • Design in Advance: Tips for accommodating translated text in your layouts and designs.
  • Know What’s Required: Gain insights into ERISA requirements, courtesy of Hall Benefits Law.
  • Build Translation into Your Process: Learn when and how to integrate translation seamlessly into your workflow.
  • Avoid the pitfalls of relying solely on AI: Ensure you find the right professional for your needs.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your HR communication strategy and communicate with your global workforce effectively. Secure your spot now!

Date: May 9th, 2024

Time: 1:00 PM EST

About Glen Gonzalez

Glen brings both a professional and personal perspective to the topic of translation. He grew up in a bi-lingual household, studied English/creative writing, and has worked for the past 25+ years as a communication consultant specializing in HR communications.

Throughout his consulting career, he has worked on projects requiring translation for clients, including 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc., Amazon, CommonSpirit Health, Equifax, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, STO Building Group, Univision, and others.

Glen is a Founding Partner and Senior Consultant for Smith Communication Partners. His work has earned several awards from Ragan, the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), Hermes Creative Awards, MUSE Creative Awards, MarCom, Dalton Pen, The Communicator Awards, and the Houston International Sports Film Festival Screenplay Championship.

About Jennifer Needham

Jennifer Needham is a founding Partner and Senior Consultant with Smith Communication Partners. With 25+ years of communication consulting experience, Jennifer has led benefit and HR projects with a translation component for Aaron’s, Select Energy, Keurig Dr. Pepper, Lend Lease and others.

Jennifer’s work has won awards from organizations such as the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), Business Insurance magazine, Apex Awards, Ragan Employee Communication Awards, Pensions & Investment magazine, Dalton Pen, and MarCom.

 

About Smith Communication Partners

Founded in 2005, Smith is a management consulting firm that specializes in employee, marketing and corporate communication services. Our areas of focus include HR, benefits and total rewards, employee learning, and organizational change. We’ve served more than 700 clients across North America in all industry segments. Our staff consists solely of accomplished and highly recognized professional communicators. Today, our 50+ team members have a minimum of 10 years of expertise in our field.