ABOUT LBLS

While heading the translation division at auditing firm PwC, Linda developed ‘plain language’ business writing courses in both English and Afrikaans. This gave her an in-depth knowledge of the inner workings of both languages and a valuable perspective of writing and, by extension, translation and transcription fundamentals as they apply in the business world. She has been running her own language services business since 1996. She is also a published author of educational material and has acted as freelance publisher for various publishers.

Linda lives on a smallholding with four dogs, two cats and flocks of wild birds who come visit a number of feeding stations. Oh, and the odd night adder – which there is not a feeding station for.

Khathutshelo holds a Baccalaureus Technologiae in Language Practice from Tshwane University of Technology, TEFL from TEFL Professional Development Institute, Client Centricity from University of Pretoria and Fundamentals of Project Management from Philanthropy University. He has worked as a translator for many years, and did a stint as administrative coordinator at the Enterprises division of the University of Pretoria, where he worked closely with the communication team to develop English brochures for short courses as well as ‘plain language’ business development letters for potential clients.
Since joining lbls as a project manager, he has proven his ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines, all to the highest quality standards. He is passionate about languages and his job!

Khathutshelo is also the director of Grain’s Entertainment Studios and during his spare time, he assists young artists and poets to record their own music. Personally, he plays the guitar and composes RnB and soul music instrumentals.

Catherine had her sights set on a career in music. Being accepted into the UCT BA Opera programme meant that she was on her way to accomplishing her dreams. However, dreams and passions often change when one least expects them to. Adjusting her sails to veer onto the new course of a translating career, Catherine set sail for a language degree. Her first stop was a BA Languages degree at the University of Pretoria where she completed a selection of Latin, Ancient Cultures, French, German and Spanish courses. She majored in German with a minor in Spanish. After almost ten years of liasoning with French and a newly sequestered treasure chest of Spanish and German language training, Catherine made her way to an Honours degree in Translation at Wits University. She remains ready to face any language barrier that comes her way.

Catherine is passionate about music, languages and cultures, and ancient history. Her unusual skills and hobbies make for a creative, patient and diverse mind and personality. She is an avid animal lover and has three furbabies who make every day a delight.