With over 25 years of expertise in global content services, AI, and data solutions, Véronique Özkaya drives global expansion and innovation at DATAmundi.

She is a growth leader known for scaling businesses and helping them stand out in competitive markets by staying relentlessly focused on the customer. Throughout her leadership roles at Argos Multilingual, Xplanation/LanguageWire, Moravia, and Lionbridge, she has consistently set a clear direction and created the conditions—strategic, cultural, and operational—for teams to thrive and deliver long-term, sustainable growth.

Véronique has helped increase the visibility of the language industry as Chair of GALA and is a sought-after speaker, regularly sharing insights on leadership, diversity, and the critical role of multilingual data in training AI systems to enhance efficiency and drive businesses forward.

A true globe-trotter, she has visited and spent time in over 40 countries. Her family seems to have caught the travel bug too!

Krzysztof Zdanowski is a visionary entrepreneur and leader in multilingual data solutions whose Polish Canadian heritage and international education have shaped his unique approach to global business leadership. He founded Summa Linguae Technologies in 2009 with a deep-rooted passion for innovation. He transformed it into DATAmundi.ai, one of the world’s top 50 multilingual data management providers, generating over $30 million in annual revenue.

Under Krzysztof’s leadership, DATAmundi pioneered a unique business model that blends organic growth with strategic mergers and acquisitions. His innovative approach led to the company’s successful listing on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (SUL), securing over $50 million in funding across angel and private equity rounds. This strategy has driven successful expansions across Poland, India, Romania, Scandinavia, the United States, and Canada, establishing a global footprint in the language technology sector.

A recognized thought leader in cultural innovation and business transformation, Krzysztof has invested in and advised over 30 equity and debt projects. His insights into global markets and technology trends make him a sought-after keynote speaker and mentor, having shared his expertise at more than 100 international conferences and events.

Beyond the boardroom, Krzysztof embodies the same pursuit of excellence in his personal endeavors as a licensed airplane pilot and accomplished athlete, maintaining a sub-18-minute 5K running time. This combination of professional achievement and personal passion reflects his commitment to pushing boundaries and achieving exceptional results across all aspects of life.

Asier Pereda Jayo is a seasoned revenue leader with a track record of driving growth in global technology enterprises. With extensive leadership experience at top-tier global tech enterprises like Salesforce, Box, Zendesk, and Mambu, he specializes in leveraging technology-enabled solutions to solve complex multilingual AI data challenges. As Chief Revenue Officer at DATAmundi, Asier leads the company’s global revenue strategy, focusing on scaling sales, fostering strategic partnerships, and driving commercial innovation.

His hands-on leadership style has consistently delivered results across international markets. Before joining DATAmundi, he served as VP of Partner Operations at Mambu, leading global partner operations and commercial execution. While at LanguageWire, he spearheaded go-to-market strategies with major technology alliances in the CMS, PIM, DAM, and eCommerce ecosystems. At Zendesk, he led the EMEA partnership structure, contributing to successful growth and penetration across key European markets.

Beyond his corporate leadership, Asier is a recognized expert in revenue strategy, AI commercialization, and global partnerships. His deep industry knowledge and extensive network make him a key driver of innovation at DATAmundi, ensuring the company stays at the forefront of AI-driven language solutions.

With over 15 years of leadership experience in the localization and AI-driven data industry, Sophie Murphy is a proven expert in operational excellence, business transformation, and global service delivery. As Chief Operating Officer at DATAmundi, she drives operational optimization and ensures seamless execution of the company’s multilingual AI and data solutions worldwide.

Throughout her career, Sophie has led high-impact teams across production, sales, and strategy, holding executive roles at Argos Multilingual, LanguageWire and Xplanation. Her track record includes successfully managing large-scale transformation initiatives that have elevated service quality, streamlined processes, and fostered innovation across global operations.

A French native living in Ireland since 2001, Sophie combines a deep understanding of global markets with hands-on leadership, ensuring DATAmundi remains agile, efficient, and customer-focused customer focused. With a passion for scalability, process improvement, and high-quality service delivery, she is pivotal in advancing the company’s leadership in the rapidly evolving AI and language technology landscape.

Emanuele Di Rosa is the Chief Technology Officer at DATAmundi, bringing nearly two decades of expertise in AI, software development, and language technologies. Throughout his career, he has led high-impact projects for global brands such as Stellantis, Samsung, and Adidas, shaping the future of AI-driven solutions.

At DATAmundi, Emanuele spearheads the company’s technological evolution, focusing on two strategic priorities: modernizing localization workflows through large language model (LLM) technologies and developing a robust platform for multilingual data services. His deep experience in AI and cognitive technologies—dating back to his PhD and research publications —positions him as a key driver of innovation in language services.

Emanuele strongly advocates AI augmentation and believes in harnessing technology to enhance decision-making and elevate quality rather than merely increasing efficiency. His vision ensures that DATAmundi remains at the forefront of AI-powered language solutions while preserving the essential role of human creativity.

Beyond his technical leadership, Emanuele is passionate about the intersection of technology and creativity. As a musician and theater improviser, he brings a unique perspective to AI development, emphasizing the importance of human ingenuity in an era of rapid technological advancement.

Kathleen Bostick is a seasoned leader in the global content industry with over 25 years of experience driving innovative marketing strategies and leading high-performing sales teams. As DATAmundi’s Chief Marketing Officer, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s growth and global impact.

Before joining DATAmundi, Kathleen spent much of her career at SDL (now RWS) as Executive Vice President of SDL North America, where she led sales and operations teams dedicated to helping global enterprises deliver world-class digital experiences. She has collaborated with hundreds of top brands across high-tech, financial services, government, retail, online media, travel, and more, witnessing firsthand the vital role global content plays in today’s competitive landscape.

Kathleen is passionate about education and mentorship and actively supports and inspires professionals in the global content industry. With an MBA in marketing, she is a sought-after speaker and a dedicated advocate for women in leadership.

Beyond her corporate achievements, Kathleen is deeply committed to animal welfare. She volunteers to foster rescue dogs and support local initiatives to help them find loving homes. Whether driving business growth or making a difference in the lives of animals, Kathleen’s passion and dedication shine through in all she does.

As Chief Financial Officer at DATAmundi, Maciej Wołowiec brings decades of global financial leadership. With extensive experience in multinational corporations across diverse industries, including technology, e-commerce, and retail, Maciej has a proven track record of optimizing financial performance, driving strategic growth, and ensuring compliance with international accounting standards.

At DATAmundi, Maciej is responsible for shaping and executing the company’s financial strategy, overseeing statutory and tax compliance, financial planning, and investor reporting. His expertise in mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, and investment analysis has been instrumental in securing funding, streamlining operations, and supporting the company’s expansion. Prior to joining DATAmundi, Maciej held executive finance roles, where he played a pivotal role in securing strategic acquisitions, optimizing cost structures, and strengthening financial governance.

His experience also includes leadership positions at global enterprises such as Discovery, Cummins, HSBC, and Motorola, where he managed multi-country financial operations, implemented financial controls, and led high-performing teams.

A Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) since 2005, Maciej holds a master’s degree in economics from the University of Economics in Krakow. His technical expertise includes advanced proficiency in financial systems such as Oracle, Hyperion, SAP, and PeopleSoft. Outside of work, Maciej is an avid skier, tennis player, and certified Advanced Open Water Diver, always eager to explore new challenges—both in business and in adventure.

With nearly two decades of experience in the translation and localization industry, Madhu Sundaramurthy has been an integral part of DATAmundi since 2006. Her journey began with a strong academic foundation—a Master’s in Economics and German language studies from Munich—equipping her with a unique blend of analytical and linguistic expertise.

Madhu’s career trajectory has spanned multiple domains, from project management and quality control to localization engineering, operations, and training. As a seasoned leader, she profoundly understands evolving translation technologies. Her ability to navigate the complexities of global operations and talent management has positioned her as a key driver of DATAmundi’s growth and innovation.

As Global HR Director, Madhu is pivotal in shaping the company’s people strategy. She fosters a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and diversity across DATAmundi’s global teams. Leveraging her recruitment, corporate training, and leadership development expertise, she ensures the company attracts, retains, and nurtures top talent in an ever-evolving industry.

Fluent in multiple languages—including English, German, and Hindi—Madhu authentically connects with our diverse team members worldwide. She combines her operational acumen with a passion for people and process optimization. Her commitment to excellence drives DATAmundi’s position as an industry leader, delivering innovative and high-quality localization solutions worldwide. 

Madhu’s uncanny ability to seek top talent and develop human resources hasn’t stopped after two decades. Her intuitive “sixth sense” only strengthened after she adopted her dog Fiona during the pandemic. Now a beloved unofficial team member, Fiona joins virtual meetings as DATAmundi’s impromptu morale officer, bringing warmth and enthusiasm to team calls across time zones.As a Board Sponsor and Volunteer for Women in Localization, Madhu actively supports the organization’s mission to advance and empower women in the localization industry. She is also the DATAmundi representative at CITLOB.

Gert Van Assche is the Innovation Hub Leader at DATAmundi, where he leads innovation at the intersection of language and AI. A seasoned IT generalist with deep expertise in documentation, localization, and multilingual data processing, he has spent over a decade pioneering technology solutions for data labeling and evaluation. 

As founder of DATAmundi, he built a company delivering high-quality training data to major AI players while creating opportunities for over 1,000 people worldwide. Passionate about developing cutting-edge solutions and fostering innovative teams, Gert remains committed to advancing the industry through continuous learning and knowledge-sharing. A true “hands-on” leader, Gert enjoys woodworking, construction, and carpentry.