MEET THE TEAM

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Maria Camila Pulido is the founder of Target Translations & Interpretations, a federally certified Women-owned Small Business, and a Florida Minority Business Enterprise. Ms. Pulido is a passionate advocate for language access in the healthcare and legal systems in the United States of America.

Ms. Pulido was born in Bogotá, Colombia has she attended the Universidad Nacional de Colombia where she studied Physical Therapy. She also holds a Biology degree from UCF. Ms. Pulido is certified by the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters as well as the Board of Court Interpreter Certification in Florida.

As the Director of Operations for Target Translations & Interpretations, Ms. Pulido has managed interpreters and translators in a myriad of languages for wire-tap transcription and translations, jury trials, depositions, jail interviews and other instances in the legal field. As a team leader, Ms. Pulido has been responsible for the management of simultaneous interpretation teams participating in international conferences in the United States of America.

Erika Linares is a Colombian citizen born in Chivor, Boyacá. She is a qualified Nurse. She studied at the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá. Additionally, she holds a postgraduate degree in Health Auditing, which has further enriched her expertise in the healthcare field.

Throughout her career, Erika has always had a deep passion for helping communities facing social challenges. Her dedication to making a positive impact on underserved populations has driven her to work in various social sectors. One of the most significant and transformative experiences of her career has been her work supporting migrant communities along the Mexico–U.S. border.

Through this work, Erika has seen firsthand the profound impact that language barriers can have on individuals and communities. She has witnessed how overcoming these barriers is key to strengthening social cohesion, improving access to vital services, and empowering individuals. This experience has made Erika a passionate advocate for comprehensive language access, believing it to be a crucial tool for creating stronger, more inclusive communities.

Maria Forero is a dual Colombian-Canadian citizen, born in Bogotá, Colombia. She is a medical physician and certified pediatrician from the Universidad Militar Nueva Granada. She holds a Master in Business Administration and is currently pursuing a Master in Project Management.

Maria began her career in Colombia, working in the ER and ICU, where she connected deeply with patients and developed a strong sense of empathy. She also volunteered as a clown, bringing comfort to sick children in underserved communities. After migrating to Canada, Maria started over by working in the call center of a technology startup. Through hard work and leadership, she helped grow the company into a successful SaaS business, ultimately becoming its Vice President.

Currently, Maria supports Target Translations as a translator and proofreader, ensuring every translation accurately conveys the original message. Passionate about literature and theater, Maria values teamwork and embraces leadership roles when needed.

A devoted mother, Maria’s empathy and belief in the human touch define her approach to work and life, inspiring those around her.