Jonathan Williams (born 1965 in Burnham, UK) Managing Director  Economic Geography  and Communication Studies in Münster / Post-Graduate Qualification in teaching English to speakers of foreign languages.   I’ve been in Germany since 1989 and after working in the finance / communication sector I’ve been working as an English Trainer for a number of years. I always find it an interesting challenge to get to grips with new areas of business in order to ensure a tailor-made solution – our customers are not the only ones who have homework to do! To keep up with the most recent developments in the field I am doing a Masters degree in Education at the Open University. Expertise in English instruction, presentations, job interviews and applications, and marketing

Dr. John Stanley, PhD (born 1961 in Louisiana, USA) Founder of english expertise and responsible for research and development The basis for starting english expertise was my extensive teaching experience at American and German colleges, as well as my various roles in research and the private sector. Six years ago I became a lecturer for English Business IT at the University of Applied Sciences - Schmalkalden. Since October 2003 I have been working for the ITMK (Institute for Translation and Multilingual Communication) at the University of Applied Sciences in Cologne. Being involved with the next generation of highly-motivated and talented professionals keeps me feeling ‘young’ and ensures our customers are always up-to-date with the latest developments for facing the challenges of today’s business world. Expertise in English instruction, translation and interpreting, and outsourced human resources management

Sam Ganon, MBA  (born 1972 in Israel) English Trainer and Developer of teaching materials Business Administration Studies at Napier University, Scotland (in collaboration with Karlstad University, Sweden) I have worked in human resources for international corporations all across Europe. Working with me, you will explore cultural differences in international business. I also develop teaching materials for our language courses.

Mike Hendricks (born 1967 in Michigan, USA) English Trainer Physics and German Studies in Michigan, USA I have been in Germany since 1989. For the last five years I have been working successfully as an English trainer for IT management – experience that fits in well with my work at english expertise. Expertise in IT, import and export commerce

Rebekah Hillebrand (born 1977 in Utah, USA) English Trainer Architecture and Dance Sciences at University of Oregon, USA I recently relocated to Germany looking for a challenging new work opportunity and cultural immersion. As a university graduate and continual student of life, my skills and experience include a broad range of industries applicable to your technical and business language needs. These include: proficient technical vocabulary for design software, graphic layouts, and presentations; building site redesign, demolition, construction coordination, instillation, and successful legal negotiations; restaurant entrepreneur; and as a Licensed Massage Therapist and Contemporary Dancer/Performer, I have ten years of experience working with medical terminology. My motto for teaching and living are the same: invigoration, fun, and balance.

Gesine Liebich (born in Magdeburg, Germany)  Office Manager I have been supporting the english expertise team since 2008 as a trained secretary. My main tasks are  administrative procedures and communication with clients and teachers. Over the course of my career I have been able to accumulate (among other things) experience in managing medium-sized businesses.

Lis Mullin Bernhardt (born in 1977 in Indiana, USA) English Trainer and Translator I received my BA with a double major in German language and cultural studies/ political science at Northwestern University in Chicago, and afterwards went to Switzerland for a Masters in International Affairs at the University of Geneva, where I also started working for the UN. This brought me eventually to work for the UN and other well-meaning international organizations in Bonn, where I have happily lived these past 6 years.  Throughout my studies and career, I have been a private tutor for English, and I greatly enjoy working with people from varied backgrounds. When I'm not working, I like spending time with my young family and dog - preferably out-of-doors!

Rebecca Pickering (born in 1963 in London, UK) English Trainer Bachelors degree in Psychology and Masters degree in Applied Social Studies from Oxford University. In Bonn since 1995 working mostly in the area of Business English training. My approach is to provide useful and interesting training using materials which are really relevant to your needs. An experienced and qualified trainer with a TESOL certificate (Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages) and currently completing CLTC (Communication and Language Training Certificate)

Aileen Ryan (born in 1980 in Cork, Ireland) English Trainer  I’ve been living in Germany for the last 8 years and have been teaching successfully for several years. I came to Germany to broaden horizons and acquire a second language along the way. As a successful English teacher I believe it is never too late to learn something new and that fun in the classroom, as in life, is a must! My TESOL certificate from Trinity College in London helps me with that. In my spare time I enjoy swimming and reading and take every opportunity to visit another part of the world.

Karen Sonnicksen (born in 1976 in Emmerich, Germany) German Trainer M.A. in Spanish, Business Administration and Sociology. Additional studies in German as a foreign language. Since 2003 I'm working as a trainer for Deutsch als Fremdsprache in the Bonn region. To feel at home in a foreign country, it is important to know the language as well as the culture. To teach these two aspects effectively I like to work with diversified material which really fits to the customer's needs. Since the beginning of 2008 I manage the section Deutsch als Fremdsprache at english expertise.

Anne Wegner (born in the UK) English Trainer Ergonomic studies at the Technical College at Loughborough. I have over twenty years of business experience in Germany, UK and Belgium. In 2003 I qualified as an English teacher, and in 2004/2005 I continued my studies in Adult Education for intercultural training at the University of Jena. After twenty years of roving about the business world I have finally found my true calling and I now realize how learning languages can also be fun. I’m especially interested in language in communication – it’s not just about what you say, it’s also how you say it! Expertise in English instruction and intercultural learning