It started with wonder. It became a way of working.

Tanesh holds a Bachelor's in Interpreting from the University of South Florida and a Master's in Higher Education from Argosy University.

Across 18+ years in the field she has contributed to the profession through interpreter skills assessments, mentoring, and collegiate instruction, and she carries that professional foundation into every decision SOS makes.

She lives in Atlanta with her husband and three children.

• Nationally certified interpreter
• 18+ years in the field
• B.A. in Interpreting · University of South Florida
• M.A. in Higher Education · Argosy University

Brandon supports The SOS Agency behind the scenes, assisting with projects, operations, and the day-to-day tasks that help keep the organization moving forward.

While not involved in the daily management of the company, he contributes wherever needed to help advance the agency's mission and growth.

Sophie discovered ASL after meeting a Deaf friend in high school and never looked back. She earned a B.S.Ed. in ASL/English Interpreting from Valdosta State University and worked full-time in the interpreting field before joining SOS.

A native of the Atlanta area, she is committed to raising awareness about access and supporting the Deaf community.

Outside of work she enjoys time with her husband, reading, and chai lattes.

• B.S.Ed. in ASL/English Interpreting · Valdosta State
• EIPA / ESED

Marjorie Arnold and the team at Legible Ledgers provide accounting and financial management support for The SOS Agency.

Their expertise helps ensure accurate financial reporting, streamlined processes, and strong financial stewardship, allowing the agency to focus on delivering exceptional communication access services while maintaining a solid operational foundation.

Adrienne brings a distinguished background in customer service, administration, and project management, with a focus on external and internal client relations.

She has worked alongside Tanesh almost since SOS was founded, helping scale and advance the company year over year.

Outside of work she enjoys travel, fine food and wine, and personal development. She lives in Atlanta with her husband Christopher and their six children.

• Customer service
• Administration
• Project management

Chezon graduated from Georgia Perimeter College's interpreting program in 2012 and has carried a lifelong passion for ASL and Deaf culture into every assignment she touches.

She has extensive scheduling and coordination experience across large-scale conferences, theater productions, and concerts, and her organizational eye and attention to detail are what keep complex logistics from slipping.

Outside of work she enjoys gaming, poetry writing, crafting, and jewelry making.

• Interpreting program · Georgia Perimeter College (2012)
• Large-scale event coordination

Cecilia brings 15+ years of interpreting experience across educational, medical, religious, DeafBlind, performance, and VRS settings.

A University of Georgia alumna, she is also a business owner and mother passionate about creating access in every space she enters.

Off the clock she loves traveling, concerts, swimming, outdoor festivals, and time with family.

• 15+ years interpreting
• Educational, medical, religious, DeafBlind, performance and VRS
• University of Georgia alum

Donna has 35+ years of professional interpreting experience. She holds a degree in Interpretation for the Deaf from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (1991) and worked as an educational interpreter in metro Atlanta before transitioning to independent contracting nationwide and internationally.

She served 14 years on staff at the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf, teaches at Georgia State University, and founded FingersCrossed, Inc., which produced the inaugural UpGrade Conference in 2024.

She has received the Brilliance Award from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf and is committed to mentoring colleagues at every stage of their career.

• 35+ years interpreting
• M.A. in Interpreter Pedagogy
• CI & CT, QMHI
• RID Brilliance Award
• Faculty · Georgia State University

Stephanie became deaf at 18 months and was raised in Colorado.

She holds an Associate Degree in Graphic Design from Rochester Institute of Technology (2012) and a Bachelor's in Business Management from University of Phoenix (2016), and applies that design and analysis expertise professionally as she manages scheduling and data work. She brings 8+ years of experience coordinating VRS, VRI, and on-demand services globally.

She lives in Madison, Wisconsin and is a proud three-time aunt. She enjoys reading, family time, hockey, sports, movies, and hiking with her three dogs.

• 8+ years scheduling operations
• VRS, VRI and on-demand services
• B.S. in Business Management

Holly has spent 15+ years advocating for accessibility in higher education.

She began her career in 2009 as a C-Print Captionist at Georgia Perimeter College (now Georgia State University) and advanced to coordinator for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, overseeing campus accessibility services scheduling. In 2021 she joined a New England language services firm as Key Account Manager, managing client scheduling through 2024.

An Atlanta resident for 30+ years, she is the mother of two, a daughter at LSU preparing for graduate school and a son studying aviation. She enjoys time at the beach, reading, and sports, particularly hockey.

• 15+ years in accessibility services
• Captioning & account management
• Higher-ed coordination

Melanie graduated from the University of South Florida with a major in ASL Interpreting and holds the EIPA 4.1, providing interpretation in medical and educational settings.

She is a passionate advocate for effective communication and balances professional work with a love of literature and sports, Harry Potter, football, and hockey near the top of that list.

She lives in Wellington, Florida with her husband, two daughters, and her dogs Sidney and Gryffindor, and spends much of her free time supporting her daughters' dance activities.

• B.A. in ASL Interpreting · University of South Florida
• EIPA 4.1

Andrea Lochan is a Nationally Certified Sign Language Interpreter based in Atlanta, Georgia. Her journey into interpreting began in her local church, where she answered a calling to serve by learning American Sign Language, initially using only the manual alphabet and Sunday school songs she had learned years prior.

Driven by a deep conviction to refine her craft, Andrea pursued formal education in the Sign Language Interpreting Program at Georgia Perimeter College. Experiencing the vibrant culture and diversity of the Deaf community sparked her passion to build a full-time career in the field. Armed with a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration, she eventually transitioned out of the healthcare industry to dedicate herself entirely to professional interpreting.

Andrea brings versatile expertise across educational, freelance, VRS, VRI, and maritime/cruise settings. She remains committed to fostering accessible communication, supporting the Deaf community, and delivering high-quality interpreting services.

• NIC

After experiencing significant hearing loss in 2025, Erika developed a personal connection to the importance of communication access and a passion for supporting the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. A former elementary school teacher and hospitality General Manager, she brings a background in education, customer relations, and creative problem-solving to The SOS Agency. Outside of work, Erika loves traveling, reading, and staying active. She's run several races, solo hiked over 60 miles of the Appalachian Trail, and enjoys collecting shark teeth at the beach. A coffee connoisseur at heart, she's rarely without a cup in hand!

• · B.S.Ed. in Elementary Education-University of Georgia · M.Ed. in Elementary Education-University of Georgia

Aja Murray is a Georgia native with experience spanning politics, nonprofit leadership, counseling, and event planning. She holds a B.A. in Sociology, an M.Ed., and an Ed.S. in School Counseling from the University of Georgia. An actor and entrepreneur, she is passionate about storytelling, creativity, and community engagement. Outside of work, Aja enjoys reading and spending time with her dog, Billy. She believes in getting in good trouble that challenges the status quo and inspires meaningful change.

Kim has always enjoyed helping others and believes everyone deserves the support they need to thrive. With more than five years of executive support experience, she brings a diverse background in operations, administration, community engagement, and logistics to The SOS Agency. A natural problem-solver, Kim enjoys figuring out the details, finding creative solutions, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. She takes pride in being someone her team can count on and is excited to use her experience to help The SOS Agency serve its community. Born and raised in Georgia, Kim enjoys crafting, trying new restaurants, exploring outside, and trying to solve every true crime story on Netflix.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification