Project Manager

Maria Fagrelius

We create stronger relationships through language, and relationships create a better world. Interpro connects people of different cultures worldwide through language while creating long-term partnerships that bridge cultures and remove language barriers.

Meet Maria

María is a project manager at Interpro and holds a Master’s in Information Technology and Privacy Law from UIC-Law and has over 20 years of experience in the localization industry. She is dedicated to promoting intercultural competence and equitable language access, with a focus on intercultural communication, cultural awareness, and eLearning. She leads localization efforts for Interpro’s largest accounts, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, culturally relevant content for eLearning, websites, and other communications.

María’s is from Spain and bilingual in English and Spanish. Her passion lies in bridging cultural gaps and ensuring everyone has access to language services, especially in the ever-evolving world of eLearning and multimedia. A believer in the power of inclusive language, she is an advocate for its role in fostering understanding.

Outside her professional life, María is a dedicated volunteer at a local animal shelter, helping adopters find their perfect companion.

Languages:

English and Spanish.

How did you get into the translation services industry?

Actually, it came about by chance. I was looking for my first job here in the USA when I found an opening for an interpreter at a local interpreting company serving the Chicago area hospitals. I did that for a while until the owner of the company approached me with an interesting opportunity: to start their translation department. I enjoy challenges, so I said yes. Back then, I never thought this would become my career path!

If tomorrow you could speak another language fluently, which would it be?

I would choose Arabic. Spain’s strong ties to Arabic culture have always fascinated me, especially considering the many Arabic words that have become rooted in the Spanish language.

Favorite place traveled abroad:

Honestly, I don’t have a single favorite place. Every time I visit Spain to see my family, I use it as a base to explore a new area in Spain or another country in Europe. Discovering new places and cultures is my favorite part of travel.

Fun Fact:

I used to play soccer and coach my sons’ soccer teams.

“I like working at Interpro because it challenges me to learn new things and allows me to work with amazing people. It’s not just about the work, it’s about creating solutions that matter.”