Who we are
Brian Zimmerman is a Nebraska native for over 30 years. With cultural roots expanding from Germany to Peru, he found his mission as a language & cultural specialist in his early years. With his passion for Geography and travel, and having parents spanning the globe, he was destined to position himself into a global role and impact others.
Catherine Climaco-Vice President
Attended the University of Santo Tomas in Manila with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Architectural Engineering. Catherine also attended Ayala Museum as an Oil Painting specialist in Makati. She then received her graduate degree from De La Salle University in Business Administration. Onwards, she returned to Ayala Museum to further continue her artistry with a degree in Decorative Arts. With all those credentials, she entered into Microcadd Institute earning a certificate of excellence in Autocad 2000.
Mr. Kebba kinteh bachelorette in computer networks and security, CCNA, CCNP, Security + and AWS Architect certified.
With plus 10 years work experience on medium to enterprise company including AT&T, State of Kentucky, Northern Health here in USA and Gamtel in Gambia. Mr. Kinteh collaborated with a nonprofit in 2009-2018 for language development products. Born and raised in Gambia, multilingual in Mandinka, Wolof and Pulaar languages.
Linda Sedjro, a native of Togo (West Africa) is a Business and an Academy Coach for one of the 500 Fortune companies in the U.S. She is a graduate from the University of Nebraska at Omaha where she earned a BA in News Journalism and a MA in Communication in addition to a Corporate Training certificate.
Aidan is a native of Tanzania. Born in Tanzania, schooled to grade 4 in Tanzania and then relocated to Addis Abiba,Ethiopia, where his father worked for a local NGO. Aidan spent 9 years from2004 to 2013 in Ethiopia. Aidan attended primary and secondary (IGCSE) schooling there at Sandford International School. After receiving his International Baccalaureate diploma, Aidan migrated to Kenya to attend the USIU –United States International University. Aidan earned his Bachelor’s degree in International Business Administration and as well as a degree in Entrepreneurship and Marketing. Aidan is fluent in Swahili and English.
Ali is a native of Iraq. He earned his Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Wasit, in Geographical Studies. He has worked at Al Iraqia Broadcasting for many years in his professional career. He’s currently working for a firm in his province as a translator and has done various jobs over his career in translation. He has worked for an overseas organization as a content producer as well. He’s very vocal and reliable in the various tasks he’s assigned. Ali is versatile all around with software and computer applications. He is fluent in Arabic and English.
Balon Njilu is Cameroonian by origin. He graduated from the University Institute and Polytechnic of Benin with a degree in Business Administration. He worked for a US-based nonprofit as Central/West African Content Creator. He later worked for Dash TV as content creator. He is presently an Independent content creator working on a Cameroon local language called Lamnso and volunteers at the British Language Institute as an Arts coordinator.
Mary holds a diploma in Fine Arts from the Ultimate School of Arts and a degree in Web Design from AITI-KACE. She also interned with the State Broadcaster, Ghana Broadcasting Corporation – GTV for Graphics. After her internship, she rightfully worked with other media firms for graphics and affects. She is an entrepreneur with creative skills, working effectively and efficiently and participating in various activities that promote community development. She also has an interest in issues concerning the less privileged. Other interests of Mary include reading, research, interviewing, presenting, voice overs, music and events.
Nikolay attended the National School for Ancient Languages and Civilizations, earning a degree in 1983. Later, he attended the University of Sofia earning a Master’s Degree in 1985 for Bulgarian Literature and Composition. In the end, he attended the University of Constance in Romania earning his PhD in Ancient Studies and Linguistics.
Nikolay has worked as Editor-in-Chief for several companies and news agencies. He is currently Editor-in-Chief for Ethno Dialogue Magazine. He is fluent in Bulgarian, Romanian, Russian, North Macedonian, Latin, Ancient Greek, Ancient Slovak and English.
I am Sam from Iran previously known as Persia. I Studied teaching in the university and graduated with undergraduate degree. Due to my interest in other cultures, I have begun working with educational organizations to assist students from all over the world to learn different languages and study other countries traditions and customs. I love meeting people and sharing stories.
Tasneem became an educational instructor with DepEd at the early age of 22. She began teaching in Balabagan Nation High School following her college graduation. Tasneem is a cultural enthusiast and presently the culture and arts coordinator in her station and eventually awarded as one of finalist for “Teacher of the year” as an outstanding teacher in her educational division of Lanao del Sur 2, with MBHTE-BARMM (Ministry of Basic, Higher and Technical Education-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) Tasneem also completed her Masters of Education in School Administration in 2020 and is currently working on her second Masters of Education in Filipino, with emphasis in linguistics.
As a profound youth advocate, Tasneem is rendering her freewill service at United Youth for Peace and Development (UNYPAD) – Coastal Ranao Chapter since 2018. She is also the former provincial head on Women’s Affair Committee.