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services company located in the competitive heart of the ASEAN high economic growth
region. Maven International is a first-class Malaysian based firm that stands at the
forefront of its industry, offering superior state-of-the-art language solutions for private
sector groups, government bodies and non-profits alike. We offer our unparalleled
dedication to our clients, and a rich range of solutions par excellence developed in tune
with the dynamic and often unique needs of the day. Maven International provides
a broad spectrum of services; interpretation, translation, copywriting, editing, subtitling,
linguistic validation and event-coordination.
Our success is balanced on a work-ethic and sense of quality that must answer to a
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I. WHO WE ARE
1 BACKGROUND
ABOUT US
At Maven International, we strive to develop and provide the most advanced language
solutions to as broad a base of clients as possible. Through our concerted efforts, we seek
to promote human synergy, communication and exchange through the valued
partnerships we build globally.
Our foremost concern is our clients requirements, leading us to employ tailored solutions
and novel approaches specific to you. This, when combined with a seasoned team of
experts hailing from a diverse backgrounds, nationalities, cultures, and traditions can
only provide you with the best experience, solutions and results you seek. Our solutions
are state-of-the-art and constantly subject to revision, reappraisal, and revaluation to
ensure efficiency, quality, and progressive growth.
Maven International is a seasoned veteran in the field of language services having
undertaken a diverse range of clients and projects over the past several years. We have
a dedicated level of experience behind us in especially leveraging, managing and meeting
multi-demands on behalf of our clients in full satisfaction to our investors and affiliated
certification agencies. We have a global reach that extends beyond Malaysia to include all
Asia; the Middle East; as well as parts of Africa; the European Union; North and South
America; and Australasia (Australia and New Zealand). We ensure the right resources,
creativity, service delivery systems, and exceed our clients objectives across continents,
geo-political borders and boundaries.
Maven International has effectively collaborated in partnership with some of the top-level
prestigious corporations and reputable agencies from across the world. In fact, we are the
preferred linguistic service providers, as an example, with the following reputable global
entities:
The Fdration Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)
Asian Football Confederation (AFC)
Gazprom
Thomson Reuters and Al Jazeera
Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC)
World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF)
International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol)
The International Rescue Committee
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2 VISION
CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY
Globalization is no longer a theory, rather a reality. In our modern day, the ability to
communicate clearly and the accessibility it grants you is worth more than any skill or
asset and grants the most decisive advantage. In light of this, Maven International stands
as your gateway to any region, industry, field or group. Through cutting-edge technology,
innovation and veteran teams of experts, we bring you entire markets, facilitate smooth
interaction, understanding and comprehension. In such a position, we have learned
dynamism, flexibility and a keen passion for doing things right andto the best of our
abilities. Our clienteles challenge and subsequent appreciation is our mark of pride.
Innovation. Precision. Expertise.
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3 OUR ORIGINS
HOW IT ALL STARTED
The Maven Group was established by an aspiring team of veteran writers and language
professionals who all share an understanding and appreciation of the finer points of
service and language proficiency. All like-minded souls, they formed a cooperative that
quickly developed and escalated into the thriving business it is today, with its careful
attention to the heights of quality and service. Through continued diversification, Maven
International Sdn Bhd came to offer an outstanding and diverse array of language services
including interpretation, translation, and editing solutions. Operating out of the heart of
the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur, Maven International found itself perfectly situated
to expand into language service requests across a wide range of neighboring countries
throughout the ASEAN region such as Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines,
Vietnam, Brunei and Cambodia in addition to a broader international base of clientele
from Europe, North America and the Middle East.
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4 CLIENTELE
BROAD RANGE OF CUSTOMERS
Some of our latest clients:
FdrationInternationale de
Football Association (FIFA)
Asian Football
Embassy of Sweden
Embassy of the
Russian Federation
Gazprom (Russia)
World Islamic
Economic Forum
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Petroleum Nasional
(Malaysia)
British High
Commission
International Paralympic
Committee
Australian High
commission
lukoil (Russia)
Al-Jazira Bank
(Saudi Arabia)
International
Hockey Federation
Embassy of
Kazakhstan
Embassy of Jordan
Mashreq Bank
(UAE)
University Malaya
International
Rescue Committee
Nitto
Scope Group
(Consultancy)
Thomson Reuters
Global Womens
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International Islamic
University Malaysia
Ferrero
Celmonze
The International
Criminal Police
Organization
Kiwanis
International
Pacific Inter-Link
Smith Detection
Mercy Mission
UEM Group
Suria KLCC
Kuala Lumpur
Malay Chamber
of Commerce
Mercy Malaysia
PMs Office
Malaysia
World Women
Summit
Al-Jazeera
United Nations
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MOVING FORWARD
As previously mentioned, our clientele range is expansive and broad. Nevertheless, the
parameters, for who, what, how, and why we serve are always evolving and ever-expanding. To date, languages remain the most enduring of all barriers to global consciousness
and communication. However, at Maven International we value the sanctity of retaining
the tradition, nuances and cultural diversity which is closely associated to the linguistic
structures and our functional language expressions throughout the planet.
Principally, though, Maven International seeks clients engaged in the following core industries or sectors of the global economy:
Financial Institutions (Banks, Market Trading, Financing, etc.)
Medical Sciences (Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Companies, Physicians, Insurance firms,
HMOs, etc.)
Judiciary (Courts, Magistrates, Lawyers, Police & Investigative Agencies etc.)
Governments (Legislative bodies, Lobbyists, Conflict Resolution, Negotiators, etc.)
Private Sector (Public Relations, Energy Companies, NGOs, News Agencies,
Media, Publishers, etc.)
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Gazprom
Gazprom providers more than 17% of the worlds natural gas which makes
the life we know possible. Our partnership with Gazprom is in line with our
sense of responsibility to the world.
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Thomson Reuters
Our client Thomson-Reuters has seen it all. From Morse code to the cutting
edge information technology of our time. Working with them has taught
us the meaning of solid innovation.
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera is one of the worlds foremost news services. Working hand in
hand consistently shows us the meaning of precision and passion.
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We conduct our business from the six following fundamental values, elective premises and
combined set of principals, which we feel stand apart from most others in this field.
3) Rapid Turnaround
Our broad database and resources allow us to race against the clock to fulfill the
requirements of each project we accept. We will always stay on top of your project helping
you achieve faster turnarounds and never miss your deadlines. This means our internal
capability is to handle multi-faceted demands. We will never ask you to wait until for
cleared capacity. Regardless of the value of your contract, we still treat you as
number one!
4) Attractive Value
We offer excellent value packages made to meet your required solutions and capabilities.
Our services are assuredly cost-efficient and affordable, never compromising in terms of
quality assurance. Request a free quotation today and be impressed by what you will save
over costs usually slated in this field of language services.
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5) Meticulous Procedure
Maven International helps you attain practical solutions with practical but solid
approaches. We understand core strengths and weaknesses in what constitutes effective
flow, quality and precision. We pursue perfection, to your satisfaction.
6) Confidentiality
We employ due diligence with all our employees and strictly enforce that they adhere to
the strictest protocols of privacy, confidentiality and security with respect to each clients
work project. We limit access to our database and project files on a need to know basis
only and maintain strict protocols with passwords and encryption software to secure
internal software and servers. All our employees, sub-contractors and freelancers sign
Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements to protect our clients valuable
information.
At Maven International, each of our dedicated linguists has industry-recognized
credentials, such as technical translation training, MA of Technical Translation, or
Localization Certification by appropriate licensing/certification boards subject to national,
state, or local regulators. Our translators are native speakers in their target language and
each has experience and training in specific industries or trades they are working in, or
support. We draw from a pool of hundreds of talented, efficient, experienced language
specialists who are either qualified in accordance with standards. No matter what
languages you require translated we have the expertise and experience to assure accurate
results. Some of the 150+ languages supported by Maven International, include French,
Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, German, Russian, Latvian, Bulgarian, Czech, Italian, Dutch,
Portuguese, Polish, and Swedish, which are indicators of our linguistic capacity and
ability.
In short, why should you choose Maven International? As established we hold a long
record of accomplishment in a series of successful partnerships and with a wide array of
clients. Our clients, equally, see Maven International as a strong co-partner that helps
them achieve their goals in the global marketplace without reservations, hesitations or
instability that often plagues the language services field. Foremost, though, is our Quality
Assurance and unsurpassed service delivery that ensures our first time customers
become our regulars.
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Subtitling
Copywriting
Translation
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Transcreation
Interpretation
TRANSLATION
Our specialized teams of translation experts serve a range of clients from varied industries
often requesting dynamic, precise translations of large and complex documents or projects.
Our translators are experienced in a significant number of fields by practice and they are
committed to providing you with an accurately rendered document superior in terminology,
lexis, style and reception. Some of the many sectors we deal with on a regular basis are the
sport, academic, industrial and legal sectors. Our translators are certified, and we are
legally accredited to notarize and certify true copies of your official documents. Such documents include academic transcripts; certificates of birth, marriage, divorce, death; police
checks, immigration documents, powers of attorney as well as embassy or high commission documents.
To provide you with an overview of how we handle translation projects, we have outlined
the process below:
Analysis : Client request is assessed in terms of format, languages, timeline and
specific instructions.
Confirmation: Quotation is issued, pending client approval of price, schedule and
reporting periods.
Preparation: Files are organized, tagged per schedule and team briefing is held with
internal assignments, and scheduling taking place.
Glossary: Review of previous translations for client (if any), and preparation of provided
reference materials with a comprehensive glossary database.
Translation: Translation by assigned translator team, subject to supervision and
quality checks.
Initial review: Text is reviewed by bilingual native-speakers for consistency and
accuracy of translation.
Proofreading: Content is reviewed in an initial proofread and a developmental copyedit.
Formatting: The body of the text is shaped and formatted in line with client output
requests.
Output: Document is finalized and submitted to client with cheer.
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INTERPRETATION
Our clientele rely on Maven International for interpretation services providing them with
exceptional results and a significant advantage in the professional setting of their choice.
Where an inaccuracy of interpretation can mean the difference between failure and success, our interpretation services shine in providing you with a comprehensive service
ensuring a hassle-free smoothly interpreted message regardless of the medium, jargon,
cultural differences or semantics. A distinguishing mark of our service includes our
dynamic complimentary solution package, which offers you high-value premium perks
and solutions that are sure to make your interpretation experience with us a memory of
efficiency and satisfaction on all sides.
Our interpreters are selected through rigorous evaluation on the basis of proficiency,
credentials and experience; further subject to training and development to maintain and
enhance our finest assets for your cause. Interpretation methods vary depending on settings and needs.
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Simultaneous interpretation services are delivered through the employment of specialized
equipment set up in the venue of your conference. This technology is invaluable to any
event, drawing the line between a plain conference and a dynamic sharing and gathering
of ideas in real-time across languages. The equipment enables the instant relay of interpreted dialogue across different languages throughout your venue.
The number of units provided is subject to your need. Package components include:
Wireless delegate headsets for the reception of real-time interpretation.
Sound-proofed booths housing the interpreter for the purpose of simultaneous
interpretation, fully equipped with microphones and interpreter desks.
Transmitters and radios to broadcast audio signals to headsets throughout the
venue and achieve full coverage for delegates and participants.
A technical crew dedicated to your need to monitor and overlook seamless interpreting
and troubleshoot any glitches that may occur in the transmission, as well as the
delivery, set-up and dismantling of all systems involved.*
*All interpretation equipment is available for lease/rental from Maven International for
simultaneous interpretation solutions in South-East Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
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EDITING
If a single error is not a reason for failure, rejection or embarrassment, it can often be the
difference between poor content and clear impressive writing.
The copyediting services provided to you are of distinguished caliber and seek to make
your product, content or writing as clear, correct, concise, comprehensible and consistent
as can be.
At Maven International, our editors work by the age-old adage, Make it say what it means
and mean what it says. We make our best effort to bring out the potential of your writing
with considerations in mind such as spelling, grammar, terminology and flow of logic. If
you so request, we can ensure that your document is in compliance with any of many
manuals of style. Your requests are ultimately our priorities. Aside from our editing, we go
the extra mile to provide you with post-editing follow up and advice if your situation
requires it. Our post editing services aim to provide you with positive and constructive
feedback according to your needs.
Aside from our standard copyediting, we also provide focused copyediting solutions.
We realize that the publication of your content is fundamental not only to your credibility,
but also to your success. Our editing team is trained to provide you with the best editing
solutions to maximize your potential for publication and maximum impact.
LINGUISTIC VALIDATION
Translations are often made without mind to social and cultural context, or even a specific
demographic. Beyond mere translation, Maven International specializes in linguistic
validation, consisting of focused group testing of your translation with relevant groups.
Linguistic validation is critical in ensuring that your translated material is both
understandable and consistent across different languages and cultures. Common material
for linguistic validation includes questionnaires, marketing material, and technical or legal
documents that require verification.
COPYWRITING
Copywriting refers to the creative and dynamic use of thoughts, ideas and words to promote and establish recognition for a specific concept, opinion, business or brand. Our
specialist writers effectively create demand for the object or concept of your choice. Copywriting can be used to persuade the target audience to act in a specific way, adopt a specified opinion, or buy certain products. Maven International employs an
experienced team consisting of some of the best copywriters and creative minds in the
industry. Their natural talents are further supported by thorough research to give you
the content and written material you require.
Our copywriting creates high quality website content, speeches of all kinds, product
taglines, on-line ads, formal letters, emails, concise press releases and summaries,
catalogues, bill board content, meeting agendas, social media content, and anything
else you may require.
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TRANSCRIPTION
In need of a professionally transcribed, accurately scripted copy of that meeting or interview you had? Or are you looking to accurately transcribe an important legal hearing for
your personal or professional purposes? Look no further; Maven International provides
you accurate and swift transcription teams through the use of cutting edge transcription
technology handled by proficient teams.
Our teams are trained for real-time transcription of events, speeches or alternatively
audio-file transcriptions into any format you wish.
SUBTITLING
Maven International provides you with first-class subtitling services across a broad spectrum of industries and purposes. Our specialist team of linguists offer you highly accurate, synchronized subtitles in translation from the source to a language of your choice.
Our high-end software balanced by experienced professionals ensures accurate and seamlessly smooth subtitles which are localized, accurately time coded, and customized for a
specific audience for the best possible reading experience.
EVENT MANAGEMENT
As a translation company we are looking to exceed your expectations consistently. We
ensure your satisfaction by not only providing interpretation services but going a step
further and efficiently organizing and managing your event with diligence and meticulous
planning.
Leave the organizing of your event in our capable, proficient hands. Maven International
will effectively conduct, organize and facilitate your event, function or meeting. Our event
management team has experience in conference and congress management in academic
and corporate sectors, and in organizing social events, award ceremonies, meetings, cultural events and more.
Our event management account manager will plan, design, and follow-up with you as well
as coordinate your event according to your specifications and wishes, ensuring smooth
timing and flow, and the best quality you will come to expect from Maven International.
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2 QUALITY ASSURANCE
Maven International specializes in providing industry-regulated professional service delivery
teams in accordance or in congruency with global standards in the fulfillment of a wide
array of interests and service needs. In satisfying our clients with internationally recognized
strategic communications advice, delivery and support, anywhere in the world and across
all media channels in the field of modern global language requirements.
Additionally, we are dedicated and true to meeting the technical requirements requested by
our clientele to ensure and maintain our reputation for attention to detail. We have
organized an advanced team of highly-trained certified specialists to facilitate success for
each client. Our commitment, therefore, to our clients record of success is exceptional,
guaranteed, dedicated and adorned with prodigious attention to quality assurance.
We seek to meet our project deadlines along average cost estimates, in a timely manner, and
within budget. Moreover, the level of professionalism you can expect at Maven International
expresses itself equally in our exceptional service delivery systems and is most notably
supported by our competitive rates and pricing tiers. Accordingly, we always aim to make
the experience of working with us as memorable, enriching, rewarding, and one that is
always cherished.
Maven Internationals work ethic and philosophy driven by three cardinal maxims or
targeted performance mechanisms, as follows: Innovation, Precision and Expertise. These
three concepts guide us in setting ourselves apart from others in the field. Maven
International affixes itself to each of these three identified mechanisms and applies them
equally to all aspects of our work to a level of perfection. We guarantee that our clients will
receive something far exceeding what traditional language service companies offer, or
provide their clients in this context.
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INNOVATION
First, Maven Internationals extreme disciplined dedication to innovation or newly devised
technologies and strategies is one of our top priorities, especially when it comes to offering
our clients the latest cutting-edge technological developments in the field of language
services. We pride ourselves on offering innovation mechanisms founded with solid competency.
PRECISION
Second, Maven International creed embeds in its ethos the concept of precision, specifically precision tuning in delivering our language solutions. We prize accuracy. This means
that we never sacrifice quality assurance to save on a budget.
EXPERTISE
Finally, the performance mechanism of unbridled expertise. This comes as a critical tooling mechanism and as testament to tried, proven and tested approaches that we find
maximize quality and client satisfaction. The expertise that we request of our staff is not
only based on due diligence and verifications of their academic attainments, but is also
linked to those with real experience who fall outside the boundaries of ascribed measures
of success and credentialing. Consequently, we offer a practical and pragmatic side to
our services on behalf of clients.
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III. Careers
Maven International offers an innovative approach in its outlook on the nature of the
modern work environment. Moreover, we are constantly seeking ways to exceed the level
of performance in our staffing choices. If you are dedicated, enjoy challenging stimulating
work-environments and find satisfaction in producing high-caliber products, send us your
resume. We believe in the success of our employees. Try your skill at joining the Maven
family.
Email: hr@maven-international.com
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IV. Contact Us
1 OFFICE ADDRESS
17-09 Binjai 8 Tower, Lorong Binjai,
50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
+603 2181 5771
info@maven-international.com
www.maven-international.com
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