Christina's initial affiliation with ICANN began in December 2008, providing contracted services as a Translation Manager. Today Christina is Manager, ICANN Language Services, providing support and covering every aspect of all language related services. Prior to working with ICANN, Christina worked for CISCO Systems (Global Translation Services) providing localization project management for all Cisco departments around the globe; she successfully conducted a consulting business for the Localization and Translation Industry for over 17 years. Christina brings over 20 years of diversified, multi-national experience in the Localization/Translation/Interpretation and overall Language Services Industry.

Christina holds her BA in Social Communication Science with a Masters in Translation and a BS in Public Relations with a Masters in Spanish Language Journalism. She also holds her MA in Translation and Localization Management. Additionally, Christina holds Certificates in Translation Studies (English / Spanish) and Legal Translation and Court Interpreting (English / Spanish) and a Masters in Communication, Public Relations and Protocol. She completed additional coursework in Procurement and Contract Management, Protocol, International and Government Relations.

A native of Argentina, Christina is fluent in Spanish, English, is currently studying French, and has dual citizenship in the US and Argentina. You can contact Christina directly at: christina.rodriguez@icann.org