We help to increase and improve language access by supercharging business development of language service companies (LSCs), and by supporting the implementation of language access policy by companies in a variety of industries. We additionally provide bespoke interpreting services for a variety of commercial clients.
Founded and led by Joshua Pennise, The Smithson Company specializes in the business of sign language and spoken language interpreting. With a sharp focus on operational excellence and strategic growth, we bring deep expertise to a sector where communication and compliance intersect.
About Josh
Joshua Pennise is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience in the language services field, as a nationally certified interpreter, operations leader, and turnaround CEO. He built the largest sign language interpreting business in history from the ground up, driven by data-informed strategy and disciplined execution.
Josh has served in leadership roles across the industry, including on the boards of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and the Association of Language Companies, where he currently serves as Vice President.
His real-world experience is backed by a master’s degree in Applied Linguistics from Old Dominion University and Executive MBAs from London Business School and Columbia University.
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Watch Josh being interviewed on the ASL interpreting industry by Nimdzi Insights here.
About Emmanuel
Co-founder Emmanuel Pinal is an expert in financial planning and analysis with a track record of success at global companies including Bosch, Ford Motor Company, and Spin Master. He holds an MBA from EGADE Business School, Latin America's top-ranked MBA program.
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