The Language Key® is a full service language and communications organization based in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1998, The Language Key® is recognized for innovation in quality language training and professional development services. Offering expertise and training in foreign language training, academic tutoring, public speaking, and corrective speech training, our individualized programs provide a dynamic, stress free environment in which to improve communication skills.

The Language Key's® commitment to providing superior language and communication services is reflected throughout the organization. Our language consultants are linguistic experts in their field, experienced in providing instruction and training on the individual and group level, and hold Ph. D and Masters Degrees in their respective areas of teaching. With a vast array of experience, from serving as lexicographers, editors of major publications, journalists, and foreign language directors, The Language Key® consultants deliver results, through experience, research, education, and commitment to our clients.

Meet the CEO
Patrise Holden, CEO and Founder of The Language Key® developed a love of languages at an early age. Bilingual as a child, she formalized her language and communications skills by pursuing a dual major in International Business Management and Spanish Language Studies. Ms. Holden serves as a language consultant and professor of foreign language methodology and research. As a design and implementation specialist for language and communications programs across the country in the corporate, education, government, and private sector, she is the recipient of many distinguished language and communications awards including Who's Who Amongst Women Executives in Education.
Memberships and Affiliations
Dedicated to providing quality instruction and keeping abreast of linguistic, educational, and speech trends, The Language Key® is a proud member of the following organizations:
  • Greater Washington Association of Teachers of Foreign Languages
  • American Council of the Teaching of Foreign Languages
  • American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese
  • Ibero-American Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
  • Better Business Bureau
  • Association for Curriculum Development Supervision
  • National Association for the Education of Young Children.
  • Who's Who Among Executives & Professionals in Education