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My Red Couch Talk with Sean Hopwood

Posted on December 18, 2025December 18, 2025 by Angie Weinberger

Sean Hopwood is a passionate linguist, entrepreneur, and strong advocate for cultural understanding. Growing up in a diverse town in Florida, he developed an early fascination with languages and global cultures. He began learning Spanish at a young age and later expanded his language skills to include French, Arabic, German, Hebrew, Portuguese, and English. Influenced by his Lithuanian heritage and his mother, an English teacher, Sean’s dedication to languages earned him recognition for his Spanish performance at the state level.

He pursued his passion academically at the University of South Florida, where he majored in Spanish and studied Arabic and French. He later earned an MBA with a focus on international business and entrepreneurship. In 2007, Sean founded Day Translations, Inc., naming the company in honor of his grandfather, whose values of integrity, hard work, and respect continue to guide the organization. What began as a single office has grown into a global language services company with offices in the United States and abroad, offering translation, localization, and interpreting services worldwide.

Sean remains actively involved in both his company, Day Translations, and his community. He is committed to innovation, leadership development, and supporting initiatives that strengthen communication and understanding between cultures. He continues to expand his own language journey and is currently studying Chinese and Japanese, reflecting his lifelong commitment to learning and global connection.