El Paso SLI

“Every Conversation Matters. We Make Sure It’s Accessible.”

About El Paso SLI

El Paso SLI is a minority- and women-owned American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting agency dedicated to bridging communication gaps nationwide. Founded in El Paso, Texas, our agency was built on a deep cultural and linguistic foundation one rooted in Deaf community connections and lived experience. We provide reliable, professional interpreting services while championing accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity in every setting.

El Paso SLI is led by a dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility and inclusion.

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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Tamara Marquez

Tamara Marquez is the CEO of El Paso SLI, a nationally recognized, minority- and women-owned American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting agency serving clients across the United States. A native ASL user and proud CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), Tamara has been immersed in Deaf culture and language since birth. Her lifelong connection to the community gives her a unique perspective that shapes her leadership, advocacy, and commitment to true accessibility.

With over 23 years of professional interpreting experience across medical, educational, legal, and community settings, Tamara is nationally certified by RID (NIC) and holds the Texas BEI Level I certification. For more than 15 years, she has led El Paso SLI with a commitment to cultural and linguistic integrity, ensuring that Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals have equal access to communication in every environment.

Tamara’s leadership extends beyond interpreting services she has grown El Paso SLI into a trusted agency that partners with schools, hospitals, government entities, and businesses across the country. She is also passionate about mentorship, supporting new interpreters and fostering professional excellence within the field.

Currently pursuing her Executive MBA at the University of Texas at El Paso, Tamara combines lived experience, business strategy, and cultural expertise to continue advancing accessibility and inclusion on a national scale.

Our administrative team is the backbone of El Paso SLI, ensuring that every client and interpreter receives seamless support. From scheduling and billing to community outreach and interpreter services, they keep our operations running smoothly with professionalism and care.

Our Team

Client Relations &

Operations Manager

Alice Marquez

Alice oversees the daily operations of El Paso SLI, including scheduling, billing, and client support. She ensures smooth coordination across all services while maintaining strong relationships with clients, schools, and community partners.

ASL Interpreter Lead &

Internship Coordinator

Celina Salloum

Celina is a certified RID interpreter with experience across medical, educational, and community settings. As Interpreter Team Lead & Internship Coordinator, she supports the interpreter team while also overseeing internship development and fostering strong connections within the community.

Lead Trilingual Interpreter

Dario Garcia

Dario Garcia is a certified RID & BEI trilingual interpreter, providing high-quality language access in ASL, English, and Spanish. He supports El Paso SLI’s ability to serve diverse communities with accuracy, cultural competence, and professionalism.

Marketing &

Communications Intern

Sofia Diaz

Sofia Diaz supports El Paso SLI’s marketing and communications efforts through social media management, community outreach, and event coordination. She contributes to strengthening El Paso SLI’s visibility and engagement through content creation and outreach initiatives.

Our Mission

At El Paso SLI, our mission is to deliver high-quality, reliable, and culturally competent ASL interpreting services that ensure effective communication access for the Deaf and hard of hearing community. We support clients across medical, educational, legal, business, and community settings with professionalism, accuracy, and respect.

Why Choose El Paso SLI?

Certified & Experienced Interpreters: RID and BEI-certified professionals with extensive experience across multiple industries
Comprehensive Services: In-person and remote interpreting, including trilingual and specialized services
Community-Rooted: Strong connection to the Deaf community with a commitment to cultural competence
Reliable & Professional: Responsive scheduling, consistent quality, and dependable service