Serve with care
Learn what the appointment needs. Respect everyone involved and follow professional standards.
About SIA
Created from firsthand experience.
Ashley Stough’s experience as both an interpreter and within agency systems shaped a more intentional approach to matching, preparation, communication, and ongoing relationships.
Founder story
Ashley Stough, NIC
Founder, Stough Interpreting Agency
Ashley Stough is a nationally certified ASL/English interpreter with experience across healthcare, education, rehabilitation, and community settings. Her work as both an interpreter and within agency systems gave her a close view of the decisions that shape the quality of an interpreting experience long before an assignment begins.
That perspective became the foundation for Stough Interpreting Agency. SIA was designed around thoughtful matching, strong preparation, clear communication, respect for interpreter expertise, and meaningful input from Deaf consumers.
Rather than treating each assignment as an isolated transaction, the agency uses what it learns to strengthen future coordination and build more effective working relationships over time.
Our mission
Facilitate communication through interpreting services that work better.
SIA provides skilled interpreting. Deaf people have a voice in the process. Interpreters get clear information and support. Clients know what is happening. SIA also supports the profession through mentorship, future learning programs, and relationships built with care.
A long-term commitment
Build a strong agency. Strengthen the profession.
Keep learning
Use feedback and experience to make the next appointment better.
Support new interpreters
Offer guidance and learning before expecting new interpreters to work on their own.
Next step
Ready to talk about interpreting services?
Tell SIA about your appointment. Sending a request starts the process, but it does not confirm an interpreter.