EGA Announces New President and Vice President

The Entertainment Globalization Association (EGA) is proud to announce the appointment of Jacques Barreau as President and William Russell as Vice President for the upcoming term.

Jacques Barreau, who brings extensive experience in media localization, expressed his enthusiasm for the role:

"I’m proud to take on the role of EGA President and continue advocating for the art, craft, and technology in the localization industry. With streaming and global distribution reshaping the business, the work we do at TransPerfect Media—and across EGA—is more critical than ever. I look forward to working alongside our dedicated members to elevate localization’s impact, drive innovation, and bring the world’s best content to audiences everywhere."

Joining as Vice President, William Russell shared his excitement for the opportunity:

"I am delighted and honoured to be joining the board as Vice President. I have long admired the EGA’s contribution to the industry and I look forward to working with the team and its members to both promote the art of media localisation and to help navigate its challenges. I’m excited to see many of you at CON-LO-CON on April 3."

EGA remains committed to advancing the localization industry by fostering innovation, and supporting professionals in bringing global content to diverse audiences. The organization looks forward to the leadership of Jacques Barreau and William Russell in continuing this mission.