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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Our Founder & CEO

Tamara Marquez - Founder & CEO

Tamara Marquez is the Founder and 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.

Meet Our Team

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.

Client Relations &

Operations Manager

Alice Marquez

Alice oversees the daily operations of El Paso SLI, ensuring smooth scheduling, billing, and client support. She is the first point of contact for agencies, schools, and community partners, providing seamless coordination and administrative efficiency. With a strong background in organizational management, Alice helps keep the agency’s services reliable, responsive, and client-focused

Interpreter Team Lead &

Outreach Coordinator

Celina Salloum

Celina is a certified RID interpreter with extensive experience across medical, educational, and community settings. As the Interpreter Services Lead, she mentors and supports our interpreter team while also fostering strong relationships with community partners. Through her outreach efforts, Celina ensures accessibility and inclusion remain at the heart of El Paso SLI’s mission.

Lead Trilingual Interpreter Specialist

Dario Garcia

Dario brings expertise as a certified RID & BEI trilingual interpreter, providing high-quality language access in American Sign Language (ASL), English, and Spanish. His role strengthens El Paso SLI’s ability to serve diverse communities with accuracy and cultural sensitivity. As Lead Trilingual Interpreter Specialist, Dario upholds professionalism and excellence in every assignment, making him an invaluable resource to both clients and colleagues.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: to bridge communication gaps by delivering reliable, professional ASL interpreting services.

We are dedicated to:

Ensuring equal access for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals
Fostering genuine connections between Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and hearing communities
Promoting cultural and linguistic integrity in every interaction

Why Choose El Paso SLI?

Certified & Experienced Professionals: RID Nationally and BEI state-certified interpreters with decades of combined experience.
Diverse Services: In-person, virtual, trilingual, tactile, and close-vision interpreting to meet every need.
Community-Rooted: Deeply connected to the Deaf community through advocacy and outreach.
Accessibility First: We ensure ADA compliance and prioritize true inclusion at every step.

At El Paso SLI, accessibility isn’t just a service it’s our purpose. We are proud to serve as a bridge between communities, ensuring communication is never a barrier.