About PGLS
Piedmont Global Language Solutions (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 eight time zones and five continents, PGLS embodies a passion for language and a commitment to excellence.
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. Â
Diversity is in our DNA
With over 20 different native languages, our staff comes from a wide range of ethnic and linguistic backgrounds. As a minority-owned business, from our foundation in 2013 to today, PGLS aims to harness the unique strengths and experiences of our staff to build the most knowledgeable language solutions team possible. Our goal is to cultivate an environment that embraces difference, diversity of thought, and fosters collaboration and innovation so we can break down barriers and promote equity.
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