LingroLearning, the fastest growing language learning company, is thrilled to announce the promotion of Julie Sykes to Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Julie has been at the forefront of innovation in the field of second language teaching and learning for over a decade, winning the 2018 University of Oregon Innovation and Impact Award. She will continue as a professor at the university as she moves into this new role.
Since joining the company as Chief Innovation Officer in 2023, Julie has spearheaded numerous strategic initiatives that have expanded LingroLearning’s reach and impact. Under her leadership, the company has embraced a culture of continuous improvement and successfully integrated Pearson’s Higher Education World Languages portfolio into the LingroLearning mix.
As CEO, Julie will continue to leverage her vast experience in content development, partnerships, AI, pragmatics, and gaming to lead LingroLearning into its next phase of growth.
“Julie’s exceptional track record in innovation and her deep understanding of the language learning landscape make her the ideal leader for LingroLearning,” said Steve Debow, co-founder and current CEO. “We are confident that her strategic vision will propel us forward, fostering an environment where creativity and collaboration thrive.”
“I am honored to take on this new role and to continue working alongside such a talented team at LingroLearning,” Sykes stated. “Our mission is to apply creativity and ingenuity to transform language teaching and learning through accessible and affordable research-supported, innovative technology that meets the needs of today’s learners. I look forward to collaborating with our partners and stakeholders to achieve our goals and make a lasting impact.”
For more information about Julie Sykes and LingroLearning, please visit www.lingrolearning.com.
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LingroLearning is the fastest growing language learning company. It is a community in which research drives content creation and content is delivered in ways that exceed learners’ and instructors’ expectations.
