A Visionary, Leading The Path In Cultural Quotient Advancement.

Martin George is known for his constant vision casting and relentless drive for businesses to perform at their peak in the global arena. As the founder and CEO of his own language and cultural company, LTC Language Solutions, Martin has been vital in the success of over 1,000 local and international companies as they face their ever-changing marketplace. A linguist, possessing a doctorate in language education, Martin understands the roots of language and culture and has been able to take this extensive knowledge and apply it to coaching business professionals in their own individual workplaces.

During speaking engagements, Martin focuses on topics centered around businesses working globally. This includes his most popular topic of Cultural Competence, also known as one’s CQ. Martin coaches on how to create global employees by increasing their CQ. He is also known for speaking on linguistics, as well as various topics for working with interpreters, primarily in the medical environment.

Martin shares his knowledge with all who will listen. He speaks around the country and to a variety of industries including professional sports, corporate business, real estate, and more.

In addition to serving as LTC’s founder and CEO since 1993, Martin has served as the ESL Director of IUPUI, the president of the Indiana Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (INTESOL), and the president of the Indiana Relocation Council. His extensive experience in language education includes professional publications, teacher training, and speaking engagements at national and international conferences.

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Martin received an Associate’s Degree in Chinese Language and Literature from Shantou University-China, his Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Ball State University, and his Master’s and PhD in Language Education from Indiana University. Martin spent 7 years living in China and worked on various educational engagements, which began his expansive international career.

Speaking Topics

  • Cultural Competence (CQ)
  • Effectively Using an Interpreter
  • Linguistics
  • Language Etiquette
  • International Business

Speaking Engagements

  • EuRA – European Relocation Association Event in Portugal (2024)
  • Indiana Chamber HR Conference (2020, 2016)
  • CQ Presentation for Give Kids the World Staff & Volunteers (2017)
  • Webinar Recording w/ Visit Orlando (2017)
  • ARA in PHX: Cultural Intelligence (2017)
  • Diversity and Inclusion Conference in Chicago: CQ Presentation (2017)
  • HR Indiana: CQ (2017)HR Florida (2017)
  • LTC Hosted a Networking Event w/ LPGA Golfer Beatriz Recari (2017)
  • Presentation Skills for client Roche (2017)
  • Indiana Health and Wellness Summit (2017)
  • OneZone Event (2017)
  • Orlando, Inc. Chamber of Commerce (2015)
  • Indiana Annual HR Conference (2017, 2014)
  • Indiana Safety and Health Conference (2014, 2016)
  • Indiana CPA (2013)
  • Indiana Chamber HR Conference (2013)
  • Indiana Realtor’s Association (2013)
  • PAADS, Professional Association of Athlete Development Specialists (2017, 2013, 2011)
  • Doing Business with China Seminar (2012)
  • CIASTD (2011)HRPDA in (2011)
  • Indiana Relocation Conference (multiple years)

Provided Cultural Training For

  • Businesses, Military, and more (2012 to Current)
  • LPGA (2011-2013)
  • US Navy on Japan & China (2013)
  • Stanley Black & Decker on U.S. & China (2010-2011)
  • San Francisco Giants on Latin America (2012)
  • Stant on U.S. & China (2011)
  • Delta Faucet on China (2011)
  • Other various China cultural trainings (2009 through 2012)

Training & Business Consulting

  • Stant (2012)
  • BioMet Heartland (2012)
  • 2011 business Gaylor (2011)
  • Auto Research Center
  • Executive communication skills for Roche Nimblegen

Other Accomplishments

  • Cultural liaison for Mitch Daniels in 2010 and 2011
  • Traveled to China with delegates through governor’s office
  • Bilingual MC at the 2011 Automotive Summit

Media Appearances

  • Indiana Business Spotlight Podcast (2024)
  • Adam Ritz Show (2015)
  • CNN (2011) on breaking language barriers within the LPGA
  • Interviewed on multiple occasions by Inside Indiana with Gerry Dick
  • Articles about LTC in IUPUI monthly magazine, New York Times, IBJ, Indianapolis Star, and other local newspapers throughout the U.S.
  • 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016 Inc. 5000 list
  • Indiana Company to Watch (2011)

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Martin George is more than the Founder of LTC. He’s a teacher with a Doctorate in Linguistics, who’s lived abroad, speaks at conferences, and is able to hold his own in a conversation on just about any subject. Ready to listen to The 2nd Most interesting Man in the World? Enter Martin’s Mind.

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