As President of Schreiber Translations, Inc. (STI), one of the leading language services companies in the U.S., Marla Schulman has over 10 years of management experience in the translation industry. An active Charter Member of the Association of Language Companies since 2003, and an active ALC Leadership Committee member since 2005, she served as the association's Conference Chair in 2005. In addition to her work in the language industry, she is an active board member of the Montgomery County Multiple Sclerosis Center and an active member of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce.

As a vice president of Dynamic Language Center, Sandy Dupleich has accumulated more than 20 years of experience in the language service industry. Dynamic is a Seattle-based language solutions company specializing in multilingual translation, desktop publishing, and interpreting services. Dupleich's current areas of focus within the business include sales and marketing as well as overseeing the company's operations. She was recently nominated as Director of Initiatives for the Northwest Minority Business Council's MBEIC (Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee). She also serves on the King County Sexual Assault Resource Center's Breakfast Committee to support their annual fundraising event.

Secretary Craig Buckstein
Geneva Worldwide, Inc.
Board Term     First

Geneva Worldwide is a full-service interpreting and translation company, providing services to government and private industry. Founded in 1903, Geneva is one of the oldest agencies in NY and has specialized its language solutions for the past 30 years. Craig received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin- Madison and later received an MBA from the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch. He has more than eight years experience within the industry and currently serves on the board of directors, membership committee and as the 2007 conference chair.

Treasurer David Smith
LinguaLinx Language Solutions, Inc.
Board Term     First

David Smith began his venture into the realm of multilingual communications almost 20 years ago, driven by his love for languages. Fluent in Russian and French, Smith has worked extensively in both the United States and Europe. Smith parlayed his passion for linguistics into establishing what has become LinguaLinx Language Solutions, Inc.

After receiving his BA in Russian Language from the University at Albany, State University of New York in 1990, Smith went on to own and operate DMS Language Services in Albany while completing his M.A. in Russian Language & Literature (1994), as well as an MA in Translation.

Smith has worked extensively as a Russian interpreter, living in Moscow serving as Resident Director of the State University of New York's Moscow Exchange Program. He also held a faculty position in the Department of Foreign Languages at Moscow State University. In 1997, Smith began working in sales for TransPerfect and transitioned into the position of Director of Business Development for Translations.com. Prior to founding LinguaLinx, Smith worked for Merrill/NTEXT in New York, NY. In 2002 he launched LinguaLinx Language Solutions, Inc.

Director Steve Iverson
Iverson Language Associates
Board Term     First

Steven P. Iverson has an MA from Marquette University in French Literature. He has taught French at all levels. In 1986, he founded Iverson Language Associates, Inc., in Milwaukee, Wisconsin's largest language bureau. The company offers strategic solutions for managing document translation, including translation in all languages. Steve is a member of the Society for Technical Communication, International Association of Business Communicators, American Society for Training and Development, Milwaukee World Trade Association, past Administrator of the Translation Company Division of the American Translators Association, and a founding member of the Association of Language Companies.

Director Elisabete Miranda
Translation Plus, Inc.
Board Term     First

Elisabete Miranda, owner of Translation Plus, Inc., a 16-year-old company and charter member of ALC, has been active in the association from its start. For two years she chaired of the Public Relations Committee, as co-chair for another two years and has been a member of the membership committee since its inception.

Previous to Translation Plus, her business experience comes from more than nine years with a prominent Brazilian bank, where she held several management positions such as treasurer and HR manager. During that time she also served as chairwoman for CIPA and was elected president of the Employee's Association for three consecutive terms. For six years was the Regional Manager for a chain of restaurants. She served two consecutive terms as Executive Director for a local Commerce and Trade Association.

Elisabete attended business school in Brazil and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a double major in International Business and Management from Montclair State University.

Director Camilo Muñoz
Translation Source
Board Term     First

Camilo Muñoz is the founder and CEO of Translation Source, a leading provider of translation services in the United States. Prior to Translation Source, Camilo worked as an investment banker for Citibank and Lehman Brothers in New York. He was also co-founder of Abiertamente.com, an e-learning distributor of American college-level coursework in Latin America. He holds an MBA from the Wharton School, an MA in International Studies from the Lauder Institute (University of Pennsylvania) and a BS in Industrial Engineering from the University of Florida. Mr. Muñoz speaks Spanish and Portuguese.

Director Kristin Quinlan
Certified Languages International
Board Term     First

Kristin Quinlan was named chief executive officer of Certified Languages International in 2006 after having been the Sales and Marketing Manager for the six previous years. She has been responsible for substantial growth with CLI each year and is instrumental in educating its clients in the most efficient, and cost effective manner of supplying the LEP population with quality interpreting services.

Kristin has 22 years of sales and sales management experience. She worked in for Arrow Electronics, the world's largest distributor of electronic components and computer products, and Pioneer Electronics, a Tokyo-based leader in consumer audio and video products. She  served on the ALC's Leadership Committee as the chair of the Marketing Committee. 

Kristin earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from the University of Oregon.

Director Jon Sommers
CyraCom
Board Term     First

Jon Sommers has been involved in most facets of business operations throughout his career. Jon joined CyraCom in 2003 and is responsible for the areas of interpreter services, product management, enterprise systems, client services, document translation, testing & training, and facilities.

Jon came to CyraCom with more than 20 years of experience in various areas of operations within service industries. Throughout his career, Jon led initiatives to advance or stabilize operational objectives for organizations. Jon has a successful track record in cost containment, process development, and production efficiencies. Jon was chair of the Norms and Best Practices Committee for the ALC from 2004 to 2008.

In addition to his bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University, Jon also received his MBA from this university. Jon is also very active in his community, supporting various activities and youth organizations with his time and leadership.