Our people

Manuel Arias, Founder

A multilingual founder with operations, engineering, and international team experience.

Manuel Arias

Role

Founder

Manuel's experience spans engineering, manufacturing, operations, and international teams, all grounded in a personal love of language and learning.

Born
Michoacan, Mexico
Languages
Spanish, English, French, Portuguese
Education
Mechanical Engineering and MBA
Career
Idahoan Foods, Frito-Lay, Chobani, Schwan's

Outside work

Experience beyond the classroom

  • Traveling the world
  • Learning new cultures and languages
  • Sports, especially soccer
  • Music
  • Influencing others and leaving a positive legacy

Instructor

Cesar Leyva- Operations Manager/Instructor

An adult-learning specialist focused on making language learning natural, enjoyable, and achievable.

Cesar Leyva

Role

Operations Manager/Instructor

Cesar brings more than 18 years of experience designing learning experiences that help people build confidence and connect with language and culture.

Born
Mexico City, Mexico
Languages
Spanish
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Relations and Master's Degree in Education
Certification
Certified Adult Learning Instructor

Background

Teaching and learning experience

  • Over 18 years designing learning experiences
  • Educational leadership
  • University teaching
  • Adult learning
  • Learning experience design