ELIA - European Language Industry Association

Being part of the ELIA Board is not only about ideas, but also about taking action, making decisions, and helping create real value for the community. Serving on the ELIA Board is a chance to be part of that momentum! 👉 ow.ly/KRZg50YW3uZ

And that’s a wrap on Focus on Executives 2026! Today, with Alexander Freeland, the focus shifted to how decisions are actually shaped—and where influence is gained or lost along the way. We hope you enjoyed your time with us for our 10th edition!🎉👋 #ELIAExecs

Featuring event speakers Tommaso Rossi and Alexander Freeland, joined by Tayo Ademolu, CEO of Translayte, and Gerd Janiszewski, CEO & Owner of BoardXpert, this panel will explore how decisions are really made in an AI-shaped market. See you at 16:00! #ELIAExecs

Up next at #ELIAExecs 2026: As Hard as it Gets: From Good Practices to Specific Situations Good practices are one thing... applying them in complex, real-world situations is another. This session brings the focus to the moments where decisions become difficult. #ELIAExecs

Continuing Day 2 at #ELIAExecs 2026: Executive World Café: Reframing Value and Choice in Complex Decisions This session brings participants into a collective exchange—working together to unpack how value is understood in real situations. See you there! #ELIAExecs

Kicking off Day 2 at #ELIAExecs 2026 with: From Credibility to Choice: How Decisions are Shaped under Uncertainty In this session, Alexander Freeland explores how credibility, trust, and perception shape decisions long before the final choice is made. #ELIAExecs

👉 We’re back for Day 2 of Focus on Executives 2026! Today, we build on yesterday’s discussions by shifting into how decisions are shaped—and how leaders can influence them more effectively. #ELIAExecs

Day 1 of #ELIAExecs 2026 is in the books!🎉 Today, Tommaso Rossi from Spotify guided us through how localisation is evolving—from an operational function to a strategic driver of growth. Now, it’s time to unwind at our networking dinner: 📍 Sapel Hall 🕗 20:00–24:00

The first photos have just landed!📸 You can find them all here: facebook.com/ELIAassoc/phot… Thank you to our photographer Daniel. And don't forget to share your own with us using #ELIAExecs!

Wrapping up Day 1 at #ELIAExecs 2026 with: The Partnership Reset : Beyond the RFP Through shared discussion and practical mapping, participants explore what collaboration really looks like from both sides. Don't miss it! #ELIAExecs

Starting soon at #ELIAExecs 2026: The AI Moment: Choosing Curiosity over Fear AI is already reshaping how decisions are made—the real question is how to respond with clarity rather than hesitation. See you there! #ELIAExecs

Up next at #ELIAExecs 2026: How Buyers Decide Today: What Really Drives Decisions In this session, Tommaso Rossi unpacks what’s really happening on the buyer side—offering a clearer view of how decisions are formed and why strong proposals don’t always convert. #ELIAExecs

📢 The first #ELIAExecs 2026 session is starting soon with Tommaso Rossi! A strong starting point for rethinking the role of localisation in today’s landscape. See you there! #ELIAExecs

Good morning from Chania, and welcome to Day 1!☀️ Today, we’ll be getting into a series of sessions led by Tommaso Rossi from Spotify, guiding us through how localisation is evolving as a strategic, product-driven function. Here's to a great first day!🙌 #ELIAExecs

Welcome to Chania! 👋 We’re excited to launch #ELIAExecs 2026 and to welcome you to this beautiful setting. But first, it's nearly time for our Welcome Dinner! Join us tonight from 19:30 to 23:00 at Thalassa Restaurant, right here at the Minoa Palace Resort Hotel.

Oleg Semerikov reflects on his #ELIATogether 2026 session Strategic Networking: A Practical Framework for Business and Career Growth. Oleg shares how the experience reshaped his perspective on networking and his sense of purpose as a speaker. 📰 ow.ly/qVXK50YXuqh

Helping shape an ELIA event means far more than coordinating speakers and sessions. Think of the ideas, themes, and all the moving parts as part of a wider team effort. Three Board positions are open. Apply today 👉 ow.ly/4EI350YW2tI

What does the #PMTrainingCourse cover? This joint course from ELIA and the ATC is structured around three core modules that give learners a strong foundation in the language services industry and the role of project management within it. 🔗 ow.ly/1GiX50YNR02

Helping shape an ELIA event means far more than organising a programme. For Tony D’Angelo, it is about creating something memorable and meaningful for members: “a real ‘wow effect’ for participants”. Apply today and join ELIA 👉 elia-association.org/2026/04/step-u… #ELIAFamily

Before arriving in Chania, it’s worth taking a moment to step into the local context: starting with the language. 📰 Get familiar with Cretan Greek and the context behind it: ow.ly/eQxN50YOzOm #ELIAExecs