Melissa Cano Email & Phone Number

Punta Gorda, Fl, Us

Newtown, Pa

As part of Indico Data’s proprietary solution that enables document-intensive industries to extract data from their unstructured documents with unparalleled speed and high accuracy:• Train AI models by annotating data, analyzing metrics, and performing remediation to improve model performance• Work between internal teams and clients to understand requirements and develop project documentation to record processes/strategies• Interface with Japanese-speaking clients to ensure fluid comprehension and communication • Support Research and Development tasks and User Acceptance Testing

Newtown, Pennsylvania, United States

Boutique language services firm specializing in Japanese data discovery, translation, and liaison services. Visit us at: https://mejirosolutions.com/

Remote

Independently search and reference patent and non-patent literature in Japanese and English in a wide variety of subject areas, and follow exhaustive protocol for translating patent-related documents from Japanese-to-English for the intellectual property arm of the United Nations. Work with meticulous attention to detail to ensure consistency in technical terminology, logical reasoning, and numerical data. Japanese-to-English translation of patentability reports (from July 2016-present) Japanese-to-English translation of patent abstracts (from September 2021-August 2022)Edited Japanese-to-English translations of patentability reports for clarity, accuracy and idiomatic usage of the English language (from April 2014-October 2015)

English native who specializes in Japanese-to-English translations with highest level certification in Japanese language proficiency (JLPT N1). Has in-depth experience in the following kinds of corporate and technical content for world-renowned enterprises and international organizations across the globe.Business Management ContentAdhere to tight deadlines with stellar time-management skills in translating IR reports, annual performance reports, ESG and sustainability measures, corporate communications, human resources surveys, and strategic plans for end-clients such as Accenture Japan, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, Emerson Electric, Hitachi Limited, and Yoshinoya Holdings.Public/Investor Relations Content Exercise linguistic creativity in conveying the essence of corporate messages in culturally and contextually sensitive translations for companies such as Capcom, Citizen Watch Company, Mizuho Financial Group, and Shiseido.Market Research ContentReference independently sourced materials to accurately incorporate market-specific concepts and terminology in market research for clients such as Boston Consulting Group, Coleman Research Group, Credit Suisse, Nissan Motor Corporation, and Sony Corporation.Patent & Technical Content Follow strict guidelines and protocol for translating patent and other technical documents covering a wide variety of sectors for Japan Institute for Promoting Invention and Innovation, Keisen Associates, NineSigma, and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).Litigation Support (e-Discovery/Document Review)Work with meticulous attention to detail to pinpoint and translate contextually nuanced sensitive information pertaining to corporate and anti-trust litigation involving major Japanese corporations such as Bridgestone, NYK Line, Tokyo Electron, and Honda Motor Company.

Remote

Served as dedicated translator for Accenture Japan, and adhered to tight deadlines with stellar time-management skills in translating internal corporate communications, human resources surveys, strategic initiatives, project reports and market research for world-renowned Japanese corporations.

Remote

Used analytical skills and deductive reasoning to accurately incorporate field-specific concepts from independently sourced materials and terminology database in Requests for Proposals issued for matching Innovation Seekers with Solution Providers for one of the world's first open innovation intermediaries.

Remote

Researched emerging markets and worked under high-pressure in performing on-the-spot interpreting of phone calls between English-speaking investors and Japanese market experts for Third Bridge, AlphaSights, Guidepoint, and Coleman Research Group

Nyc, Nyc

Analyzed and coded Japanese and English documents for relevancy using Kroll Ontrack platform

Remote

Worked remotely translating Japanese documents involving Japanese automotive manufacturers and suppliersNovember 2013-December 2013March 2015-April 2015August 2015

Warminster Pa Usa

Taught English, translation techniques, and American business/cultural practices to senior executive and engineers of the US subsidiary of Teikoku Electric Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (帝国電機製作所)

Remote

Did consulting work for the organization in the fall of 2014 and performed Japanese-to-English translation work for the Global Forum, a pharmaceutical publication. Global Forum Vol. 4 Issue 6 December 2012 (translation work done in November 2012)Global Forum Vol. 5 Issue 1 February 2013 (translation work done in January 2013)

Philadelphia Pa

Analyzed and coded Japanese documents involving Japanese engineering firm for relevancy using Relativity, and translated pertinent content into English, via Special Counsel

Oita, Japan

 Translated documents on a wide variety of topics from Japanese to English Proofread English to Japanese translations done by native Japanese speakers  Attended and interpreted (Japanese-English) for high-level diplomats, government officials, non- Japanese residents and visitors  Researched and translated information from Japanese to English, then edited, published online, and distributed to approximately 200 foreign residents in bi-monthly English newsletter called The Tombo (http://www2.oitaplaza.jp/english/uploads/photos1/155.pdf) Mediated and interpreted for problem resolution between Japanese employers and non-Japanese employees Acted as a liaison between JET program headquarters and 88 local program participants  Worked between two Japanese government offices, responding promptly in Japanese and English to a large volume of inquiries related to programs and services  Provided information that was only available in Japanese to English speakers to enhance the well-being of English speaking residents  Created and oversaw infrastructure of Regional Advisors which established regional support system for JET program participants Independently conducted prefecture-wide survey on involvement and satisfaction of JET program participants and their employers and used results to promote more active involvement of Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) in area schools at annual seminar of ALTs and their employers Planned and implemented events such as international exchange events and seminars, newcomer orientations, and educational courses  Planned annual budget and handled disbursement and acceptance of payments  Organized and maintained multi-lingual library  Managed and updated English version of Oita International Plaza website and logged user numbers Promoted programs and international understanding through public relations work on Japanese language radio, newspaper and television programs

Within 23 Wards, Tokyo, Japan

 Employed company methodology and techniques to instruct individual and group English classes, and to attract new students in trial lessons  Maintained contracts in local universities and pre-schools by satisfying customers’ needs for English language instruction Created and implemented programs for young learners to meet parents’ expectations  Advised fellow instructors on how to prepare and present program materials

International Relations And Affairs

Activities and Societies: Tsukuba International Exchange AssociationRecipient of prestigous Japanese Ministry of Education (MEXT) Research.

Japanese Language Intensive Program

Faculty of Comparative Culture Study Abroad Student Exchange, Japanese Language Intensive Program, Recipient of Benjamin A. Gilman.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Anthropology

Activities and Societies: Bureau of Applied Research in Anthropology- Participant Observer in ESL classroom and Newcomer Refugee Immersion.