About PGLS

Piedmont Global Language Solutions (PGLS) is a leading provider of global language and business solutions dedicated to unlocking the full potential of communication – empowering our clients to achieve growth, enhance experiences, and transform information into actionable insights. Committed to innovation and excellence, PGLS offers a range of services designed to meet the evolving needs of our diverse clientele. From language and communication solutions to market intelligence, staff augmentation, and growth advisory, PGLS is redefining the landscape of global business and communication, empowering organizations to succeed in a dynamic world. 

Our Mission

PGLS is a minority-owned Language Services Provider (LSP) dedicated to advancing the global mission and interests of its partner businesses and institutions by delivering comprehensive multilingual solutions to promote equity, commerce, and security.

Mohamed's Story

As a first-generation Somali American and the oldest of eight kids in a packed household in Northern Virginia, Mohamed Hussein has honed his skills as an interpreter and entrepreneur since childhood. While studying Arabic in Saudi Arabia, Mohamed taught English on the side and started a private tutoring business. That’s when he became aware of language services not only as an industry, but also as a career path. Mohamed went on to found Piedmont Global Language Solutions (PGLS) in 2013.

Our Values

At PGLS, we are committed to a culture of investment, serving our mission, and the missions of those we serve. Our commitment is guided by three uncompromising foundational core values of respect, responsibility, and results.

RESPECT

We treat others with professionalism, dignity, and respect. We communicate clearly and honestly while fostering an environment of growth and innovation.

RESPONSIBILITY

We lead by example, considering the impacts of our actions on each other, our partners, and our global community. We are accountable and take ownership of our actions and decisions to promote a solutions-oriented environment.

RESULTS

We are committed to a people centric approach, establishing lasting partnerships and proactively delivering exceptional services that elevate the global mission and interests of those we serve.  

Diversity is in our DNA

At PGLS, we are committed to a culture of investment, serving our mission, and the missions of those we serve. Our commitment is guided by three uncompromising foundational core values of respect, responsibility, and results.

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Our Journey

PGLS Logo

PGLS Founded

PGLS is founded by President & CEO Mohamed Hussein on Sep 30, 2013. (Sep 30th also happens to be Mohamed's birthday & International Translation Day!)

Sep 30, 2013

First Employee

PGLS Hires First Employee

As PGLS starts building out the team, the company becomes a full-time operation.

2015

Revenue

PGLS Awarded First Multi-Year Contract

As a major milestone in our history, PGLS is awarded its first multi-year language services contract.

2016

PGLS Awarded GSA Schedule Image
PGLS Awarded GSA Schedule

PGLS is on the GSA (General Service Administration) schedule for Translation & Interpretation services.

2017

SBA Emerging Leaders Program Image

PGLS Enters SBA's Emerging Leaders Program

PGLS enters the Small Business Administration's Emerging Leaders Program to further accelerate its growth.

2018

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PGLS Recognized as Top 100 MBE

PGLS is recognized as a Top 100 Minority Business Enterprise.

2019

Dictyon Language Solutions Logo
1st Acquisition

PGLS acquires Dictyon Language Solutions: a Language Training provider also based out of Arlington, VA.

2020

PGLS HQ

Grand Opening of PGLS HQ

PGLS unveils its new headquarters: a beautiful 7,000 sq ft office.

2021

Spokane International Translations Logo
2nd Acquisition

PGLS completes its second acquisition with Spokane International Translation: an Interpretation and Translation provider based out of Spokane, WA.

2021

PGLS Ranked as Industry Leader - Press Featured Image
PGLS Recognized as Industry Leader

As a testament to our growth and capabilities, PGLS is recognized as a Top 50 LSP by Slator, Top 75 LSP by Nimdzi and Top 50 LSP by CSA Research.

2022

PGLS Ranks No. 461 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 Annual List - Press Featured Image
PGLS Makes the Inc. 5000

PGLS is recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States as it achieves a 1,353% growth in just 3 years.

2022

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3rd Acquisition

PGLS acquires The Language Banc, an Interpretation and Translation service provider based out of Minneapolis, MN.

2022

PGLS Makes Inc. 5000 List for Second Consecutive Year - Press Featured Image
PGLS Makes the Inc. 5000 Again

For the second consecutive year, PGLS is recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States as it moves even further up the Inc. 5000 list.

2023

PGLS Ranks No. 245 on the Inc. 5000 in 2024
PGLS Makes the Inc. 5000 3 Years in a Row

Once again, PGLS is recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States as it soars to no. 245 on the Inc. 5000 list.

2024
Today

PGLS Logo

PGLS Founded

PGLS is founded by President & CEO Mohamed Hussein on Sep 30, 2013. (Sep 30th also happens to be Mohamed's birthday & International Translation Day!)

Sep 30, 2013

First Employee

PGLS Hires First Employee

As PGLS starts building out the team, the company becomes a full-time operation.

2015

Revenue

PGLS Awarded First Multi-Year Contract

As a major milestone in our history, PGLS is awarded its first multi-year language services contract.

2016

PGLS Awarded GSA Schedule Image
PGLS Awarded GSA Schedule

PGLS is on the GSA (General Service Administration) schedule for Translation & Interpretation services.

2017

SBA Emerging Leaders Program Image

PGLS Enters SBA's Emerging Leaders Program

PGLS enters the Small Business Administration's Emerging Leaders Program to further accelerate its growth.

2018

Top 100 MBEs Image

PGLS Recognized as Top 100 MBE

PGLS is recognized as a Top 100 Minority Business Enterprise.

2019

Dictyon Language Solutions Logo
1st Acquisition

PGLS acquires Dictyon Language Solutions: a Language Training provider also based out of Arlington, VA.

2020

PGLS HQ

Grand Opening of PGLS HQ

PGLS unveils its new headquarters: a beautiful 7,000 sq ft office.

2021

Spokane International Translations Logo
2nd Acquisition

PGLS completes its second acquisition with Spokane International Translation: an Interpretation and Translation provider based out of Spokane, WA.

2021

PGLS Ranked as Industry Leader - Press Featured Image
PGLS Recognized as Industry Leader

As a testament to our growth and capabilities, PGLS is recognized as a Top 50 LSP by Slator, Top 75 LSP by Nimdzi and Top 50 LSP by CSA Research.

2022

PGLS Ranks No. 461 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 Annual List - Press Featured Image
PGLS Makes the Inc. 5000

PGLS is recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States as it achieves a 1,353% growth in just 3 years.

2022

The Language Banc Logo
3rd Acquisition

PGLS acquires The Language Banc, an Interpretation and Translation service provider based out of Minneapolis, MN.

2022

PGLS Makes Inc. 5000 List for Second Consecutive Year - Press Featured Image
PGLS Makes the Inc. 5000 Again

For the second consecutive year, PGLS is recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States as it moves even further up the Inc. 5000 list.

2023

PGLS Ranks No. 245 on the Inc. 5000 in 2024
PGLS Makes the Inc. 5000 3 Years in a Row

Once again, PGLS is recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States as it soars to no. 245 on the Inc. 5000 list.

2024
Today

PGLS Logo

PGLS Founded

PGLS is founded by President & CEO Mohamed Hussein on Sep 30, 2013. (Sep 30th also happens to be Mohamed's birthday & International Translation Day!)

Sep 30, 2013

First Employee

PGLS Hires First Employee

As PGLS starts building out the team, the company becomes a full-time operation.

2015

Revenue

PGLS Awarded First Multi-Year Contract

As a major milestone in our history, PGLS is awarded its first multi-year language services contract.

2016

PGLS Awarded GSA Schedule Image
PGLS Awarded GSA Schedule

PGLS is on the GSA (General Service Administration) schedule for Translation & Interpretation services.

2017

SBA Emerging Leaders Program Image

PGLS Enters SBA's Emerging Leaders Program

PGLS enters the Small Business Administration's Emerging Leaders Program to further accelerate its growth.

2018

Top 100 MBEs Image

PGLS Recognized as Top 100 MBE

PGLS is recognized as a Top 100 Minority Business Enterprise.

2019

Dictyon Language Solutions Logo
1st Acquisition

PGLS acquires Dictyon Language Solutions: a Language Training provider also based out of Arlington, VA.

2020

PGLS HQ

Grand Opening of PGLS HQ

PGLS unveils its new headquarters: a beautiful 7,000 sq ft office.

2021

Spokane International Translations Logo
2nd Acquisition

PGLS completes its second acquisition with Spokane International Translation: an Interpretation and Translation provider based out of Spokane, WA.

2021

PGLS Ranked as Industry Leader - Press Featured Image
PGLS Recognized as Industry Leader

As a testament to our growth and capabilities, PGLS is recognized as a Top 50 LSP by Slator, Top 75 LSP by Nimdzi and Top 50 LSP by CSA Research.

2022

PGLS Ranks No. 461 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 Annual List - Press Featured Image
PGLS Makes the Inc. 5000

PGLS is recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States as it achieves a 1,353% growth in just 3 years.

2022

The Language Banc Logo
3rd Acquisition

PGLS acquires The Language Banc, an Interpretation and Translation service provider based out of Minneapolis, MN.

2022

PGLS Makes Inc. 5000 List for Second Consecutive Year - Press Featured Image
PGLS Makes the Inc. 5000 Again

For the second consecutive year, PGLS is recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States as it moves even further up the Inc. 5000 list.

2023

PGLS Ranks No. 245 on the Inc. 5000 in 2024

PGLS Makes the Inc. 5000 3 Years in a Row

Once again, PGLS is recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States as it soars to no. 245 on the Inc. 5000 list.

2024
Today