Welcome to the Localization Fireside Chat Episode 57. In this enlightening episode of the Localization Fireside Chat, we sit down with Elena Petrova, the visionary Founder and CEO of Ad Astra https://ad-astrainc.com/, a leading comprehensive communication company. With a profound commitment to promoting cultural understanding and ensuring equal access to information, Elena shares her inspiring journey from providing language interpretation in Russia to empowering communities across the globe through Ad Astra's language services. Discover how Ad Astra is making a significant impact by facilitating communication among diverse populations in various sectors including businesses, medical facilities, government agencies, and educational institutions. Elena also delves into the critical role of language assistance for migrants, and the impact of AI on interpretation, emphasizing the irreplaceable human touch in understanding emotions. Key Highlights: Elena's transition from Russia to the USA and founding Ad Astra. The transformative power of language assistance on migrant lives. Insights into Ad Astra's mission and the importance of cultural understanding. The debate on AI's role in interpretation and the value of human empathy. Elena's passion for professional development, travel, and cultural immersion. Join us as Elena Petrova demonstrates through her story and Ad Astra's initiatives how language services are not just about translation but about building bridges between cultures, fostering inclusivity, and enhancing lives. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful discussions on the Localization Fireside Chat. #ElenaPetrova #AdAstra #LanguageServices #CulturalUnderstanding #AIInterpretation #MigrantSupport #LocalizationFiresideChat