Chicago, IL – July 31, 2012 – Metaphrasis Language and Cultural Solutions, LLC (Metaphrasis), a leading Chicago-based language services company, today announced it was listed in Hispanic Business Magazine’s 30th annual Hispanic Business 500(R), the benchmark directory of the 500 largest Hispanic-owned companies in the United States.

In its thirtieth anniversary year, the Hispanic Business 500 has continually served as the source to turn to for the most relevant and valuable information regarding the Hispanic market. It provides companies the insight and focus needed to help achieve goals, expand business and make a difference in the community.

The interpreting services agency was placed in this distinguished group for the second year in a row because of its continued growth.

“As a five year old company, we are so pleased to receive this designation and be grouped with such prestigious companies.  This is the second year that Metaphrasis has been listed as one of the largest Hispanic owned businesses and we are honored to be in this group.  We are passionate about addressing the language access needs of all organizations and continue to launch and grow Metaphrasis services to accomodate a global economy,” stated Elizabeth Colón, founder of Metaphrasis.

“The recognition from Hispanic Business Magazine continues the validation of what we are offering and serves as an important benchmark each year for our company growth,” continued Colón.

Companies included in the 500 must show at least 51 percent ownership by Hispanic U.S. citizens and must maintain headquarters in one of the 50 states or Washington, D.C.  Principals must be U.S. citizens.

For more information about Metaphrasis, please visit metaphrasislcs.com or call 815-464-1423.

About Metaphrasis

Metaphrasis is a full-service language company connecting businesses with their diverse clients and community. Language services include onsite interpreting, video remote interpreting (VRI), American Sign Language interpreting (ASL), telephonic interpreting, document translation, medical interpreter training, cultural diversity training, testing, and consulting.   Providing language services is just one way businesses can show their dedication to their clients, employees, and community.  Based on a company survey, Metaphrasis was rated superior in the areas of professionalism, client service, expertise in their field and trustworthiness in interpreting.  The company is headquartered in Frankfort, Illinois and may be reached at 815-464-1423 or online at metaphrasislcs.com.  Follow Metaphrasis on Twitter @Metaphrasislcs or Facebook at www.facebook.com/metaphrasislcs.

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