The International Translating Bureau, Inc. is a privately held Michigan (U.S.A.) based corporation since 1977. ITB Inc. is a translating/interpreting company offering translations from and into all languages spoken in the world. ITB Inc. is located in the automotive capital of the world and specializes in translations for the auto industry and related products. ITB headquarters are at:
ITB Inc. is dedicated to fostering international communications for the development of free trade and understanding among all nations.
ITB Inc. is managed by its sole owner, Dr. Mariano Pallarés, a Professor of Foreign Languages and Cultures with a wide background in linguistics and international business. During the last two decades, Dr. Pallarés has been involved in promoting international trade. He has served as advisor in matters of business and trade to two Michigan governors: Governor James Blanchard and Governor John Engler. Among a long list of civic, business, and community awards are his inclusion into the Who’s Who Worldwide and Who’s Who Among Hispanic Americans. He is an active member of the American Translators Association since 1978, and a member of the World Trade Club since 1980.
ITB Inc.’s clients range from well-known multinational corporations to government agencies and local businesses involved in international trade. ITB also provides services for institutions dealing with foreign nationals such as hospitals, service providers, and law firms. Some of ITB's clients include: General Motors Corporation, Ford Motor Company, Daimler-Chrysler Corporation, Volkswagon, Rockwell International, Federal Bureau of Investigations, The State of Michigan, Masco International, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Public Broadcasting Service, Plante Moran CPA's, Gerber Foods, Ross Roy Advertising Agency, Comerica Bank, and Miller Canfield-Attorneys at Law.
ITB Inc. has a core staff that handles several languages in-house. It also draws upon the expertise of associate professionals all around the world, who have distinguished credentials in their respective fields, and are experienced in the art and skills of translation and interpretation. All ITB translators are required to be certified by the American Translators Association and/or the Federation Internationale des Traducteurs. They are also required to subscribe to their professional codes which, among other things, demand strict adherence to confidentiality, intellectual integrity, and ethical conduct.
