Pascal Rochon
About Pascal Rochon
Pascal Rochon serves as the Head of Translation and Recruitment at GlobalStep, where he manages a team of over 130 professionals. With extensive experience in translation technologies and project management, he has held leadership roles at SDL plc and Lionbridge prior to his current position.
Current Role at GlobalStep
Pascal Rochon serves as the Head of Translation and Recruitment at GlobalStep, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he manages a diverse team of over 130 employees, which includes translators, editors, project managers, and recruiters. His responsibilities encompass overseeing the translation department, implementing best management practices, and performing human resources functions, particularly in recruitment. Additionally, he supports sales efforts and engages in new customer prospection, contributing to the company's growth and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at SDL plc
Before joining GlobalStep, Pascal Rochon worked at SDL plc from 2014 to 2018 as a Chef d'équipe/Team Leader in Montreal. During his four years at SDL, he gained valuable experience in translation management and team leadership. His role involved coordinating translation projects and ensuring the quality and efficiency of the translation process, which contributed to his expertise in the field.
Career at Lionbridge
Pascal Rochon was employed at Lionbridge from 2005 to 2014, where he held the position of Senior Project Manager and Team Lead. Over the course of nine years in this role, he developed skills in project management and team coordination, focusing on delivering high-quality translation services. His experience at Lionbridge laid the foundation for his later roles in translation management.
Educational Background
Pascal Rochon has a comprehensive educational background. He studied at HEC Montréal, where he earned a Diplôme d’études supérieures en gestion (DESG) from 2000 to 2003. He also attended the University of Ottawa, achieving a Baccalauréat with a specialization in Political Science from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, he studied at Université de Montréal, where he obtained a Maîtrise ès sciences in Political Science from 1999 to 2001. His early education includes a High School Diploma from Stewart County High School in Tennessee and a Diploma Basico de Español from Universidad Complutense de Madrid.
Specialization in Translation Technologies
Pascal Rochon specializes in the integration of translation technologies and acts as a solution architect. His expertise in this area enables him to implement innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of translation processes. This specialization is a key aspect of his role at GlobalStep, where he leverages technology to improve service delivery and manage translation projects.