WELCOME TO BIRNBAUM INTERPRETING SERVICES (BIS)

Empowering Communication,
Connecting Communities

At BIS, we believe that everyone has the right to communicate. We are committed to bridging the gap between Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (HoH) communities and the world around them. For over 25 years, we have been dedicated to providing the highest quality sign language interpreting, captioning, and Deaf access services that empower individuals to participate fully and authentically in every aspect of life.

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Why Choose BIS?

At BIS, we offer more than just interpreting services—we provide cultural expertise, innovative solutions, and tailored accessibility to help you create inclusive environments where Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (HoH) individuals can thrive.

Whether you're expanding internationally or serving diverse communities at home, we help you build the infrastructure for lasting, measurable impact.

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Industries We Serve

Regardless of your industry, our services are tailored to meet the specific needs and challenges of your field.

Commercial Business

Birnbaum Interpreting Services supports commercial businesses with sign language interpreting, VRI, captioning, reasonable accommodations, and foreign language access services nationwide.

Education

Support Deaf students, families, and educators with clear, accessible communication that strengthens engagement, equity, and learning outcomes across every program, classroom, and digital learning platform.

Federal Contractors

Birnbaum Interpreting Services supports federal contractors with interpreting, remote services, and strict security protocols, ensuring high-quality Deaf and foreign language access nationwide.

Federal Government

Support Deaf federal employees and stakeholders with clear, accessible communication that strengthens efficiency, equity, and productivity across every agency and department.

Healthcare

Public grade schools, colleges and universities, and specialty courses—BIS provides service for both students and faculty.

State & Local Government

Providing onsite and remote interpreting, captioning, and language access solutions supporting accessibility compliance for state and local governments nationwide programs.

Our Services

From cultural awareness training to advanced communication strategies, our services help you create inclusive environments that respect and value every individual.

CART, Captioning & Postproduction

Services include on-site and remote CART, C-Print, TypeWell, notetaking, and post-production transcription. You choose the format. If we can hear it, we’ll type it.

Continuing Education

BIS offers RID-approved CEUs to help interpreters maintain certification. Staff get free CEUs; external interpreters can join workshops led by expert Randy Thuesen on varied industry topics.

Document Translation

Experts at BIS specialize in secure document translation to bring clarity through written dialogue and important documents.

Professional Workshops

BIS provides a number of workshops, seminars and training sessions for interpreters and businesses. We also provide customized workshops to fit the needs of individual agencies.

Sign Language Interpreting

We offer accurate, responsive and affordable interpreting services utilizing a full complement of experienced professionals who understand the ethical.

Spoken Language Interpreting

On-site and remote foreign language interpreting, and document translations. Our interpreters and translators possess intricate cultural knowledge in order to convey the right messages.

Video Remote Interpreting

BIS VRI is interoperable, meaning you can use it on several different devices. Our live dispatch system makes sure you don’t have any wait time. This is especially beneficial for last-minute assignments.

Resources

From helpful guides to cultural insights, our resources empower clients and communities to navigate communication access with confidence and ease.

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Cultural & Practical Resources

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Fighting Addiction in the Deaf Community

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Resume Builder : Fighting for Equal Employment

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Empowering Communication, Connecting Communities