Maria Socorro Gutierrez
President - email: Contact the President
(Term 2024-2025)
I have been a member of NITA for over 12 years because I strongly believe it is an important association for language professionals, and an informative gateway for those on the path to becoming one.
I am grateful to be part of this supportive community of fellow interpreters and translators where many of us have found the encouragement and resources needed to advance in our professional development. As a board member, I am able to give back and work towards NITA’s mission, and to continue those same benefits to current and future members.
I am a Spanish Certified Court Interpreter in the State of Nevada. Originally from California, I lived in Guanajuato, Mexico where I completed my studies in Business Management. I have worked as a freelance interpreter and ESL instructor both in Mexico and the U.S.
Mieko Hirai Braun
Vice President - email: Contact the Vice President
(Term 2024-2026)
I am a registered Japanese court interpreter in the state of Nevada. I have been working as a Japanese interpreter / translator for over 30 years both in Japan and the United States. Graduated from the Western State University College of Law in Orange County, CA. I understand the legal issues, and am able to address our issues and needs to our legislative body of the state.
Our country needs to reflect diversity that we stand for and so does NITA. I would like to represent the voices of interpreters who speak LOTS.
This is the time work together in diversity to unite.
Amarilis Alexander
Treasurer - email: Contact the Treasurer
(Term 2024-2026)
As an experienced individual in the hospitality industry from front line employee to operational manager in various departments related to this industry, I consider myself a major asset to NITA as a Board member. Being born and raised in Honduras and knowing the English language since the age of 5; I am fully fluent in both languages and I am able to read and write in them as well. I am well versed in all aspects that this Board position requires and have added qualities and skills to bring to the team and association such as: Website building, Computer skills in most programs and audio-visual skills.
I feel fully comfortable holding a position like this as it is important to have social skills as well as public speaking skills. My public speaking experience includes hosting training sessions, recruiting and being a crew member to several Anthony Robbins seminars. I have been preparing for the Federal Court Exam for the past 8 years. Current student with UCSD under the T&I program. I consider myself well-traveled due to having the opportunity of living in or visiting places such as: Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Italy, France, Honduras and a vast majority of the US. In my experience it is key in engaging with individuals while being part of an Executive committee in any association or organization.
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Director Alejandra Loyola
Director - email: Contact Director Loyola
(Term 2024-2026)
I have been a medical interpreter for the past 16 years. I became nationally certified in 2016 through CCHI. I graduated from the University of Reno, Nevada in 2020 with a B.A in Spanish. I’m a staff interpreter for Barton Hospital in South Lake Tahoe. I lived in South Lake Tahoe for most of my life, but moved to Carson City in 2016. I also work as a freelance interpreter in California and Nevada.
I have attended several of the NITA get togethers and have truly enjoyed meeting other colleagues and talking about our experiences and what changes need to take place. This is one of the reasons I decided to run as a director. I know that together we can continue to make progress. When I’m not working, I love spending time with friends and family. I have a daughter and two silly dogs who enjoy the outdoors. I enjoy hiking, paddle boarding, yoga and relaxing at home.
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