Along with my younger brother, I was born and raised here in the Bay state to a hearing mother and a DeafBlind father. I started in the construction industry but soon found myself following in my mother’s footsteps, becoming an interpreter. Since the 1990s, I have worked throughout Massachusetts and surrounding states in post-secondary, corporate, VRS, medical, mental health, and conference settings. Prior to co-founding Partners Interpreting PI, I was a staff interpreter at Northeastern University. I also am the dad to two wonderful kids. Some of my favorite pastimes include home improvement projects, friends, music, food and playing sports.
A New Jersey native, I spent my first four years living on the New Jersey School for the Deaf campus before I moved to Pennsylvania with my Deaf father John, DeafBlind mother Winnie, and hearing sister Jessica. I landed in Rhode Island via the interpreter training program at Northeastern University in Boston. I became nationally certified, and have worked in various settings including conferences, post-secondary, DeafBlind, video relay, and community. In addition to co-founding Partners Interpreting, I serve as the Director of Interpreting! When not working, I enjoy time with my children and my dog Tyra, especially at the beach.
I am a graduate of the interpreting program at the National Institute of the Deaf at the Rochester Institute of Technology. I have been a certified interpreter for over 20 years working in Rochester and Buffalo, NY. In 2018, I transitioned to working remotely, expanding to provide services across the United States which brought new challenges and opportunities. Throughout my career I have held many different roles in the field of interpreting. I have worked as a Dedicated Interpreter, Trainer, Manager, Director, Diagnostician, and Instructional Designer in the field of interpreting, as well as other industries. I find working individually with interpreters through self-assessment and skill development the most rewarding part of the work. I am honored to be currently serving as the Director of Professional Development for Partners Interpreting. Outside of work, I enjoy working out, spending time with my family, and traveling to white sandy beaches.
I grew up in Rhode Island and attended college in Massachusetts where I currently reside. I have a bachelor’s degree in business management with an accounting concentration. My professional experience consists of accounting and management positions with diverse businesses, including government, corporate, non-profit and small business entities. Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, gardening, Netflix, spending time with family, friends and my two bulldogs.
I was born and raised in Massachusetts, where I obtained degrees in interpreting from Northern Essex Community College and University of New Hampshire-Manchester, yet I never felt like working as an interpreter was the right fit for me. I spent 11 years living in Austin, Texas, where I hit my stride as an interpreter coordinator and eventually the office manager at a busy interpreting agency. I went on to become a program specialist for the Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI). My roots called me back to Massachusetts in 2021, but Austin will always hold a special place in my heart. I am a Bruins fan, hairless cat enthusiast, nature lover/glamping queen, and I enjoy traveling whenever I get the chance.
Hi I’m Tamilla! I am Deaf and part of the Executive Administrative Support team. I chose PI because I want to provide support to my Deaf community. I’m originally from New York City, and I enjoy traveling, going to the gym, and relaxing at the beach.
I have a bachelor’s degree in business administration and spent many years working in the financial industry and at Ocean Spray Cranberries in supply chain coordination. I am the proud parent of three girls, including one Deaf, which is why I decided to begin working with and for the Deaf community. I received an associate degree in Deaf studies from Bristol Community College (BCC) and have a deep desire to continue learning and building on my language skills. When I am not working or shuttling my kids to activities, I enjoy long-distance running, soccer, family hikes with our dog, reading, and Netflix binges.
I grew up in a small town in Rhode Island with my family. During my sophomore year at La Salle Academy in Providence, I was introduced to the Deaf community through a close family friend. I began learning ASL and started at Partners Interpreting in 2018. What started as an internship turned into a scheduler job, followed by my current role. Outside of work and sign language classes, I spend my time with my pets, watering my small jungle, reading true crime books, and watching sunsets at the beach with friends.
I have a B.S. in Media Arts and Technology with a minor in Marketing Communications and a Master’s in Business Management. With nine years of extensive experience in sales, I thrive in fast-paced environments where strategy meets creativity. As a Marketing Manager, I specialize in brand storytelling, audience engagement, and digital marketing strategies that drive real results.
Originally from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, I was halfway through a degree in Special Education when I saw an interpreter at an event and realized there were other professions to explore. Though I’d had no previous exposure, I’ve always been a bit of a linguaphile and when I began studying ASL and interpreting, I quickly knew it was the path for me. That brought me to East Tennessee, where I earned a B.A. in Sign Language Interpreting from Maryville College and soon after, my National Interpreter Certification (NIC). I have since had the privilege of interpreting in a wide variety of settings as well as the honor of being a mentor to other interpreters. I began interpreting for PI in early 2022 when they expanded to Tennessee, and I look forward to continuing to work with them on a larger scale. When I’m not working, you can usually find me with a coffee in one hand and a cat or dog in the other. I am passionate about animal rescue, love Turn Up Dance Fitness, and take every opportunity I can to go bareboat sailing.
After being born and raised in Kentucky for the first eight years of my life, my family — my parents and two siblings — and I moved to Tennessee to be closer to my mother’s family. I have remained in Tennessee since then except for a year and a half in Iowa. The majority of my working life has been centered on customer service in one form or another. I got involved in the Deaf community when I started working for Visual Communications Interpreting in December 2017. In 2022, I came to Partners Interpreting when the company purchased Visual Communication Interpreting. I look forward to developing my sign language skills to better assist our clients and fellow employees.
Hello, I’m Aurie! I am Hard-of-hearing and one of the Client Service Coordinators. I choose PI because most of my family members are Deaf, and I want to be more involved in the Deaf community. I’m originally from Georgia and I enjoy traveling and all things adventurous.
Howdy, I’m Cassie! I am Deaf and one of the Client Service Coordinators. My connection to PI is that I actually have a good friend who works here. I currently reside in Tennessee and enjoy horses, and playing with my wonderful kids, and am very proud of my natural grey-blonde hair!
I am a Nationally Certified (NIC) American Sign Language interpreter dedicated to fostering inclusivity and equitable communication access. Based in Southwest Florida, I have extensive experience in medical, post-secondary, platform, video relay, and business interpreting settings. I hold a Bachelor’s degree from the University of South Florida and a Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting from the Rochester Institute of Technology. In addition to interpreting, I have worked as an interpreting scheduling coordinator, streamlining assignments to ensure efficient service, and have managed billing and accounting processes. I am passionate about mentoring novice interpreters, helping them refine their skills and build confidence in their abilities. Advocacy is at the heart of my work, and I strive to collaborate with others to amplify marginalized voices and create a more accessible society. In my free time, you can find me cozied up with a good book while squeezed between my two dogs and my husband.
Born Deaf and raised in Chicago within a Deaf family, I bring over 10 years of experience as a Deaf interpreter with expertise across various settings. My diverse background in interpreting, customer service, and business management allows me to approach each situation with skill and dedication.
Outside of work, I enjoy reading and spending time with my fur baby, Boni, who knows an impressive 250 ASL signs. If you have a furry family member or friend, Boni would love to make new “furrriends”!