About Us

Wendy is the leader of the pack. She is the driving force behind Rapport International with expertise in communications and a passion for connecting people around the world. Her background in international relations extends from having majored in foreign service, working in several international and global marketing roles and spending years living abroad. Wendy loves connecting people through networks and has a fondness for languages and cultures which she feeds with frequent travels to places near and far. Wendy is passionate about her work and enjoys figuring out with clients the best ways to handle their communications process to ensure the highest quality outcomes.

Favorite Language Quote: “Knowing only one language is like living in a mansion and never leaving one room.” – Unknown

In her own words: “Diversity adds flavor to life.”

Most interesting thing learned on the job:  “It's so much more fulfilling to work with a good team rather than alone.”

Read about inviting Wendy as a global business speaker + presenter.

Linda is a born leader and relationship builder. She has been building lasting relationships with Rapport International clients and linguists for over 10 years. Linda’s previous leadership experience is extensive and includes supervision, project management and implementation and oversight of all types and scopes of projects. Her knowledge of Rapport International’s business and clients is unsurpassed. She tackles every task with organization, efficiency, and determination.  From start to completion, she ensures that your services are delivered on time and within budget.  Hard-working and tenacious, Linda’s guidance and vision lead Rapport International in soaring to new heights of service delivery, communication and customer service.

Favorite Language Quote: “Your words – any language.” – Rapport International (because, as she says, “That about sums it up!”)

In her own words: “I learn something new every day.”

Most interesting thing learned on the job:  “Bi-lingual employees of clients aren’t the best option for editing translations for company materials.  Translators are trained and skilled in their fields of expertise and trusting someone who isn’t qualified to do such work will result in errors and wasted time.”

Lisa is a creative powerhouse. Whether she is producing custom infographics, visual presentations, writing content or making homemade gifts, she is always designing and creating something new. Her professional experience is as varied as her creative pursuits. She’s worked in scheduling, administration, human resources, personal fitness and now marketing. At the heart of every position has been her love of details, and of coming up with a new way to delight her customers, bosses and peers. Lisa is passionate about marketing and she looks forward to taking Rapport International to the next level with her organization, creativity and technical skills.

Favorite Language Quote: ❝If the English language made any sense, lackadaisical would have something to do with a shortage of flowers.❞ ‒ Doug Larson

In her own words: “Always give your best effort, that’s all I can ask.”

Most interesting thing learned on the job:  “You don’t need to be together physically in a single location to work as a team, and succeed as a team.”

Aimi is a born matchmaker, she has a knack for forming relationships and pairing the right translator with the right client. Having spent many years in the quality management system industry, she brings well-developed customer service and organizational skills to Rapport International’s translation projects. With the background and skills to manage every project efficiently and thoroughly, Aimi delivers outstanding results to satisfy our customers.

Favorite Language Quote: “Language exerts hidden power, like the moon on the tides.” ‒ Rita Mae Brown

Most interesting thing learned on the job: “Every experience has value. You may learn something to apply to future situations.”

Vicki is all about the details. From organizing every detail of our interpreting department to overseeing and running school activity groups for her kids, she is always focused on the details.  Details and organization go hand-in-hand, so every aspect of our interpreting scheduling runs like a well-oiled machine under Vicki’s watchful eye.  With a smile and a laugh for everyone, every day, there is nobody better to make sure nothing falls through the cracks for our interpreting clients and their patients/customers.

Favorite Language Quote: ❝If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his own language, that goes to his heart.❞ ‒ Nelson Mandela

In her own words: “Putting a smile on someone else’s face is the best way to put a smile on mine.”

Most interesting thing learned on the job:  “Technology can be a challenge, but when it is working it truly makes the world a smaller place.”

Jennifer is a master organizer.  From project management to event planning, to seeking out a few minutes of efficiency getting her children to school, Jennifer does not sleep until all I’s are dotted and t’s are crossed.  She excels at making sure no detail, no matter how small, is overlooked.  She has applied these skills in environments as varied as elementary school classrooms leveraging her education degree from Rhode Island College, a busy hospital pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician, and as a school volunteer assisting teachers so that they have more time to spend with their students. Now, she harnesses this ability to ensure our projects are overseen with efficiently and executed perfectly.

Favorite Language Quote: ❝Everyone smiles in the same language.❞  ‒ George Carlin

In her own words: “Never stop learning, because it gives you courage. The more knowledgeable you are, the more comfortable you feel.”

Most interesting thing learned on the job:  “You cannot train for every single contingency that might pop up. However, you can train to know whom to contact and where to find help should the unexpected arise.”

Nathan is all about people. Whether it's leading collaboratively with new ideas, or working quietly behind-the-scenes, Nathan loves to support others and get the job done and done well. His professional experience in shop management and human services helped hone his empathy, resourcefulness and ability to motivate, and equipped him well for the position of Nebraska Office Manager. Nathan brings a friendly and engaging manner, an ability to provide superior customer experience, a fresh point of view, and an excitement and passion for people and cultures to the Nebraska office.

Favorite Language Quote: ❝No language is justly studied merely as an aid to other purposes. It will in fact better serve other purposes, philological or historical, when it is studied for love - for itself.❞  ‒ J.R.R. Tolkien

In his own words: “No other human has as much impact on your life as you.”

Most interesting thing learned on the job:  “Adding a personal and considerate touch to our everyday interactions can make such a difference in the workplace. To work with a team that truly trusts and listens to each other is to strike gold.”

Emma loves helping businesses grow. Her experience in customer service and her global perspective gives her the tools she needs to support Rapport International. Emma developed an appreciation of different cultures when she spent time living in France and New Zealand. In her off time she enjoys outdoor activities, especially hiking, skiing, and running. Emma looks forward to growing professionally with Rapport International.  

Favorite Language Quote: ❝The difference between the almost right word and the right word is the difference between the lightning bug and the lightning." ‒ Mark Twain

In her own words: “The little things are just as important if not more than the big things.”

Most interesting thing learned on the job:  “How important language and clear communication is in any industry!”

Linda is our brand ambassador. As part of our social media team, she enjoys creating graphics, setting up automations, and engaging with people from around the world. Her background in customer service and administration have prepared her well for being the voice of Rapport International on social media. Linda is also passionate about fitness and personal development.

Favorite Language Quote: ❝A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.❞ ‒William Arthur Ward

In her own words: “Progress over perfection.”

Most interesting thing learned on the job:  “Working with new features and figuring out algorithms on the different social platforms.”

Cathy grew up in the libraries of Hawaii – sans television! – so the written word has always been her compass, and a window to the larger world. She studied English literature at the University of Hawaii, UMass-Amherst, and Boston College, followed by a career in library book and technology sales. Since joining Rapport International, Cathy marvels every day at the humans who speak multiple languages, and their ability to gracefully bridge every cultural divide. 

Favorite Language Quote: ❝Drawing on my fine command of language, I said nothing." ‒ Robert Benchley, American Humorist

In her own words: “When all else fails, manufacture joy.”

Most interesting thing learned on the job:  “I’m not alone in the belief that empathy born out of cross-cultural understanding can make the world a better place.”

DJ is a numbers guy. With a strong attention to detail and an innate ability to analyze numbers and trends, he helps Rapport International plan ahead and succeed through all types of situations. DJ has worked in Finance for over 11 years and has been working with Rapport International since 2013. DJ has a talent for numbers and he will continue to lead Rapport International to success.

Favorite Language Quote: ❝Every culture has contributed to math just as it has contributed to literature. It's a universal language; numbers belong to everyone.❞ ‒ Daniel Tammet