[May 07, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA, United States] – 1-StopAsia is excited to announce that our CRO, Gergana Toleva, will be a featured panelist at WorldSpeak 2026, Canada’s premier international language industry event. This year, the conference will be held in a virtual format, bringing together global leaders on May 22, 2026.
Navigating the Future of M&A in Localization
As the language industry undergoes significant consolidation and technological shifts, Gergana Toleva will contribute her expertise to the highly anticipated panel: “Are Mergers & Acquisitions for You? Small Business Strategies for Rapid Growth.”
The panel will be moderated by Carla Itzkowich (Senior Advisor of Foresight Consulting LLC), featuring industry leaders Peter Smith (CEO of Translate.One) and Brogan Taylor (CEO of Stillman Solution Team).
Scheduled for 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM EDT, this interactive session is designed for small and mid-sized Language Service Companies. Together, the panelists will share actionable insights on:
- M&A Readiness: What is really important for buyers when they search for a potential seller match
- Beyond LOI: What happens next and how to get there
- Commercial Resilience: Could M&A be your growth strategy
“WorldSpeak 2026 moving online presents a unique opportunity to connect the Canadian language industry with a much wider scope of audiences,” says Gergana Toleva. “I look forward to discussing how LSPs can move beyond survival and use strategic partnerships and M&A as a blueprint for rapid, data-driven expansion.”
Join Us at WorldSpeak 2026
We invite our partners and colleagues to join this virtual gathering of the world’s leading language professionals and tech innovators. The event will feature a wide range of sessions, from AI and human collaboration to building trust through transparency.
- View the full Agenda: WorldSpeak 2026 Agenda
- Register for the event: Registration Link
About WorldSpeak 2026
WorldSpeak is the flagship event for the Canadian Language Industry Association (CLIA), serving as a vital voice for the industry. The 2026 virtual edition focuses on “Strategic Growth,” bringing together experts to explore the partnership between human expertise and technological advancement.
About 1-StopAsia
1-StopAsia is a premier language service provider specializing in Asian languages. For over 25 years, the company has combined deep regional expertise with a commitment to technical evolution, providing translation and localization services that bridge the gap between global brands and Asian markets.
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