Our Story

The Common Platform was founded in 2010 with a simple mission: to help businesses and individuals communicate effectively across language barriers. What began as a small agency with a handful of translators has grown into a global network of language professionals serving clients on six continents.

Our founder, Elena Rodriguez, experienced firsthand the challenges of language barriers when moving from Spain to the UK. Recognizing the need for high-quality, culturally sensitive translation services, she assembled a team of passionate linguists dedicated to breaking down communication barriers worldwide.

Today, The Common Platform is recognized as a leading translation service provider, known for our commitment to accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and technological innovation. We remain true to our founding principles while continuously evolving to meet the changing needs of a global marketplace.

The Common Platform office

Our Mission & Values

Excellence

We are committed to delivering the highest quality translations that exceed our clients' expectations.

Cultural Respect

We honor cultural differences and strive to preserve cultural nuances in every translation project.

Innovation

We embrace technological advances while maintaining the human touch essential for high-quality translations.

Client Partnership

We build long-term relationships based on trust, transparency, and a deep understanding of our clients' needs.

Meet Our Team

Our diverse team of language experts is our greatest asset. With specialists in various languages and subject matters, we can handle virtually any translation need.

Team member 1

Elena Rodriguez

Founder & CEO

With a background in linguistics and business, Elena founded The Common Platform with a vision to provide translation services that truly bridge cultures.

Team member 2

Sarah Chen

Head of Asian Languages

With expertise in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, Sarah oversees all Asian language translations and ensures cultural accuracy across projects.

Team member 3

Michael Bergmann

European Languages Director

A polyglot fluent in six European languages, Michael manages our team of European language specialists and handles complex translation projects.

Team member 4

Aisha Mbeki

Head of African Languages

Specializing in Swahili, Amharic, and other African languages, Aisha leads our African language division and cultural consulting services.

Team member 5

David Sharma

Technology Director

With a background in computer science and linguistics, David leads our technology initiatives and ensures seamless integration of translation tools.

The Common Platform by the Numbers

100+
Languages
14
Years of Experience
5000+
Happy Clients
250+
Professional Translators

Our Certifications

ISO 9001:2015 Certification

ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management System

ISO 17100:2015 Certification

ISO 17100:2015

Translation Services Requirements

ATA Certification

ATA

American Translators Association

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