Join us for the July In-Person Presentation at our 2026 “Meet and Mingle”:
On Saturday, July 18th, 2026, from 11 AM to 1:15 PM (EST)
Seasons 52: 160 N Gulph Rd #101, King of Prussia, PA 19406
A symposium with the Practical Interpreter: OUR BUSINESS IS WORDS
Presented by: Armando Ezquerra Hasbun
Presentation Overview:
OBJECTIVE: In this presentation, we will dig deeper into the meta meaning and professional significance behind 30+ words and concepts that every good interpreter should know and use in the practice of our profession.
We will analyze these words and concepts from a practical standpoint, using case studies and examples, to delve into issues in Ethics, Aesthetics, Protocol, Techniques,
Strategies and Tools to help you become a well-rounded professional.
1.5 hour interactive session with audience participation.
KEY TOPICS
Ever wonder about the significance of “The record” in judicial proceedings?
What is a “Term of art” and how is it produced?
What is the importance of a “Functional Equivalent” and where do you find one?
What is “Situational Control” and when and how do you exercise it?
What words do you use to intervene, explain, request and refuse in the course of your work, and how do you say them for maximum effect and minimal impact?
How do you convey a term that describes something that does not exist in the target language?
What is the “Consecutaneous” mode and how do feel about it?
What distinguishes the “Adversarial” and the “Inquisitorial” legal systems and how does that affect you?
If you are curious about key words about our work, come and bring questions, words and concepts that may puzzle you.
We will learn, discuss and connect while celebrating the joys of the work we do!
About the presenter:
Armando Ezquerra Hasbun has degrees in Psychology, International Studies and Spanish Linguistics and Literature. He was certified as a state and federal court interpreter, as a Judiciary interpreter and forensic translator, and was ATA-certified (ENG>SPA).
He has served as Administrator of ATA’s Interpreters Division and was its Distinguished Speaker at its 49th Annual Conference; he was awarded the ATA’s Harvie Jordan scholarship in 2015 for outstanding contributions to the profession.
He is a certified trainer for medical interpreters, a conference interpreter, an exam writer and grader, a lecturer and a Quality Assurance consultant to the industry. Currently he is a Professor of Interpretation and Translation Studies for a Master’s degree program at La Salle University in Philadelphia. He has published on topics of interest to the profession and is often engaged as a speaker.
Approved for:
AOPC: 2 CEUs ATA: 2 CEPs
Recording: Presentations are not recorded
Difficulty level: All are welcome.
Registration Closes: Monday, July 13th, 2026, at 11:59 AM EST.
Ticket price is $50 for all attendees. (Ticket includes lunch).
Refund Policy: All purchases are final. We are unable to issue refunds once your purchase has been processed.
See you then!
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