The Language Banc

The Language Banc is a Minneapolis-based language services provider specializing in professional interpretation and translation for the healthcare, legal, and government sectors. Founded in 2006 by Dr. Siyad Abdullahi, the company was established to address the critical need for professionally trained medical interpreters and adheres to the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters in Health Care. It offers on-site, telephonic, and video interpretation in over 100 languages, supported by a proprietary web-based suite designed for efficient job fulfillment and compliance. In 2022, the company was acquired by Piedmont Global Language Solutions (PGLS), which has integrated its specialized medical expertise into a broader national service offering.