The Product Team
Dr. Linh Phung, CEO
With expertise in Second Language Acquisition and Task-based Language Teaching
Nikolas Wolfe, CTO
With expertise in machine learning, speech recognition, and language technologies
Nha Pham
Software engineer
Advisors
Dr. Deborah Healey
Professor of TESOL and Computer Assisted Language Learning
Mike Matesic
Investor and Business Advisor
Dr. Rachel Chung
Professor of AI Education and Business Analytics
Dr. Greg Kessler
Professor of Innovative Learning Design
Collaborating Teachers
Dr. Lisa Frumkes
Senior Teacher
Experience working in languages, technology, and education since 1989. Has studied over 20 languages. Has worked in K-12, higher ed, and adult education. Has led technology-enhanced content- and curriculum-development efforts at Apex Learning and Rosetta Stone. Currently teaches English as a Second or Foreign Language to adults around the world.
Ms. Lara Hauer
Senior Teacher
MA in TESOL, PhD Candidate in Applied Linguistics; University Lecturer, Teacher Educator & IELTS Examiner
Dr. Anne Haggerson
Senior Teacher
Coming from the U.S. and currently based in Spain, Dr. Haggerson specializes in TOEFL and IELTS exam preparation and business English and has worked with students in Italy, Mexico, Brazil, and Spain. Experience teaching as a Virtual Educator through the U.S. Department of State.
Ms. Jennifer Tober (BA, MFA, TESOL Certificate)
Senior Teacher
ELL/ESL instructor specializing in intercultural communication, Speaking and Listening, Literacy, Pronunciation/Accent Reduction, muscularity and the music of English, test prep (TOEFL/GMAT), grammar and writing, and program/curriculum development.