Marina Nielsen
About Marina Nielsen
Marina Nielsen is a language tutor and group instructor currently working at Varsity Tutors and Welocalize, while also serving as Vice President and CEO at BMT Micro. With extensive experience in education and administration, she emphasizes resilience and determination in her professional approach.
Work at Varsity Tutors
Marina Nielsen has been employed at Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company, since 2022. In her role as a Language Tutor and Group Instructor, she conducts remote language instruction, leveraging her extensive experience in teaching multiple languages. Her focus includes providing personalized tutoring sessions and facilitating group classes to enhance language acquisition.
Current Roles at BMT Micro
Marina Nielsen holds two positions at BMT Micro in Wilmington, NC. She has served as Vice President since 2013, contributing to the company's strategic development and management. Additionally, she has been the Chief Executive Officer since 2021, overseeing operations and guiding the company's direction.
Experience at Welocalize
Since 2022, Marina Nielsen has worked as a Content Creator at Welocalize. In this role, she utilizes her linguistic skills to create and adapt content for various audiences, enhancing the company's localization efforts. Her background in translation and interpretation supports her contributions to the team.
Academic Background
Marina Nielsen has a robust academic background, having studied at Åbo Akademi University and Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in French Language and Literature and a Doctor of General and Applied Linguistics from Université Paris III - la Sorbonne Nouvelle. Her education also includes a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
Language Proficiency and Teaching Experience
Marina Nielsen is a polyglot, proficient in ESL, French, Swedish, and Finnish. She has over 15 years of experience in language instruction, including her previous role as a Lecturer in French language and culture at Åbo Akademi University. Her teaching approach emphasizes effective communication and grammar, essential for successful language acquisition.