51.6 million (!) people in the US are foreign-born, and many have limited English proficiency. Language barriers not only limit access to essential services and job opportunities, but also make it challenging to participate in civil life. Language Access Plans provide a framework of processes and resources to help organizations effectively communicate with diverse populations, regardless of their linguistic background. Bridge language gaps with PGLS 👉 pgls.com #Diversity #Demographic #Language #LanguageAccess
About us
PGLS is a leading provider of Translation, Interpretation, and Language Training solutions in over 200 languages and regional varieties. Headquartered in the Washington D.C. area with team members spanning five continents, PGLS is a minority-owned company that provides unique, innovative and scalable solutions that advance the global missions of its partners.
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http://www.pgls.com
External link for PGLS
- Industry
- Translation and Localization
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Arlington, Virginia
- Type
- Privately Held
- Specialties
- Bi-Lingual Staffing, Narrations, Voiceovers, Multilingual Desktop Publishing, Captioning, Transcreation, Cultural Training & Consulting, and Language Assessment
Locations
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Primary
1010 N Glebe Rd
Suite 450
Arlington, Virginia 22201, US
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1625 Park Ave
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404, US
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104 S Freya St
Suite 116
Spokane, Washington 99202, US
Employees at PGLS
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Kenneth (Ken) Anders
Business Operations Leader
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Gilbert Segura
Language Technologies
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Patrick Evanson
Senior Operational Leader | Client Solutions, Team Leadership & Development, and Process Improvement
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Yara da Silva Heying
Screenwriter/Producer Golden Star Films/ Portuguese Language Teacher and Translator
Updates
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When serving communities with limited English proficiency (LEP), implementing language access plans is both a legal and ethical responsibility. Plus, it streamlines service delivery and distinguishes you as a customer-centric organization. Challenges like sourcing linguists on short notice or sticking to budgets are common. But partnering with a language services provider can help. From ensuring legal compliance and customer satisfaction to increasing revenue. #LanguageAccess #Poll
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71% of energy utility companies see an increase in customer loyalty when providing multilingual customer support. Many customer service centers partner with language service providers to dial-in qualified interpreters. Providing support in a customer's native language can: 🔹 Enhance customer satisfaction 🔹 Improve CSAT scores and FCR rates 🔹 Expand market reach in diverse regions Explore our full range of interpreting solutions to help you communicate with multilingual communities 👉 pgls.com/interpreting #Energy #Utilities #Interpreting #1nt #CustomerSupport
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𝐈𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬? Localization ensures your content is culturally relevant, linguistically accurate, and regulatory compliant. It plays a vital role across all industries, from global companies investing in the learning and development (L&D) of a diverse workforce, to healthcare providers educating patients with limited English proficiency (LEP). Check out our blog for more insights! 👇 #Blog #eLearning #Localization #L10n #Multilingual
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Big News!🎉 For the 3rd year in a row, CSA Research recognized PGLS as one of the Top Language Service Providers in the World! We ranked #34 globally and #13 in North America. We'd like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all PGLS clients for continuing to place your trust in us every single day. This achievement is a testament to our commitment to promoting language access and equity for multilingual communities around the world. 🌎 #LanguageAccess #CSAResearch #Ranking #LanguageIndustry
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𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 that over 350 languages are spoken in the US, and more than 25 million people have limited English proficiency (LEP)? LEP populations often face significant language barriers in accessing information, services, and engaging in daily interactions. Language access planning can help: 🔹 Enhance and streamline service delivery 🔹 Improve communication and promote inclusivity 🔹 Ensure compliance with legal requirements Leverage our language solutions to engage your multilingual communities 👉 https://hubs.li/Q02Fvbhd0 #Diversity #Demographic #Language #LanguageAccess
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At PGLS, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality translations in 200+ languages. With the resources of a large corporation and the personalized care of a small organization, our network of expert linguists and project managers, backed by 150+ years of experience across the leadership team, ensures agile language solutions to support your objectives. Learn what makes PGLS a reliable language partner 👉 https://hubs.li/Q02FkqxF0
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The new edition of PGLS Pulse is here! 🚀 While emergencies and disasters affect everyone, communities with limited English proficiency (LEP) face greater obstacles accessing critical programs and services. A language access plan not only ensures LEP communities receive the necessary information, but is also a legal requirement. Check out our newsletter to learn about: 👉 Language access recommendations for emergency management 👉 Growing opportunities for interpreters and translators 👉 Leveraging AI as “intelligent assistants” to boost efficiency Subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest insights 👉 https://shorturl.at/kqyDF
PGLS Pulse: July 2024
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🗣 1 in 5 people speak a language other than English at home in the US. With our communities becoming increasingly diverse, Translation and Localization are essential to: 🔹 Reach and engage multilingual audiences 🔹 Ensure accurate and clear communication 🔹 Achieve and maintain regulatory compliance At PGLS, we provide high-quality translation and localization services in over 200 languages and regional varieties. Learn more 👉 pgls.com/translation #Translation #xl8 #Localization #l10n #LanguageAccess #Diversity