Our History

The Foreign Language Academy began with a simple yet natural idea.  When founder, Jean-Pierre Granju moved from France to work at TVA in the late 1960s, he and his wife Barbara found themselves in a diverse international community. They started connecting language enthusiasts with eager learners, and what began as casual lessons soon grew into the Foreign Language Academy. As the world became more interconnected, we evolved to meet the growing demand for skilled interpreters.

Our Mission

Build stronger relationships in our community by ensuring crystal-clear communication with every interaction.

Our Values

quality

We meticulously vet interpreters, considering their language proficiency, subject matter expertise, and professional background. This includes thorough background checks to verify credentials and ensure reliability.

reliability

We are reliable and meet deadlines. We will do what we say, and don’t compromise quality to get there. 33 years (12053 days… but who’s counting) of responding quickly and meeting your urgent requests.

Confidentiality

Our interpreters adhere to strict confidentiality agreements and protocols. Client data is stored securely, protected by access controls and compliance measures, ensuring adherence to HIPAA regulations.

Meet Our Team

Chris Granju

COO

Our company mission is to provide high quality translations to our international clients.

Chris Granju

Melissa Granju

COO

High expectations is the key to everything. We expect a lot from our team and it shows in our results.

Melissa Granju

Jean-Pierre Granju

DIRECTOR & FOUNDER

You can count on us to get the job done efficiently, and at the highest quality level.

Jean-Pierre Granju

Jennifer Versa

Jennifer Versa

Zoia Komarova

Zoia Komarova