Why learn with us?

Experience. Expertise. Impact.

Our development services include workshops, coaching, and personal evaluations meant to take you as an interpreter to the next level. They are designed and led by interpreting field experts that are focused on giving back to the profession and making interpreting services better for our end consumers. Smithson Company trainings aren't just about a quick CEU, they are about moving your practice forward. If you are looking for continued professional transformation, join us!

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Instructor(s)

Joshua Pennise

Lead Instructor

Josh is a 25-year veteran certified interpreter (RID: CI and CT, NIC Advanced) who has hired, managed, and worked alongside thousands of colleagues over the past 20 years. Josh holds an MA in sociolinguistics from Old Dominion University, and MBAs from both Columbia University and London Business School. Josh brings a unique mix of formal education and real-world experience (as both a practitioner and business leader).