About the Speaking Club
Learn more about the Speaking Club and the team behind it.
We’re only just getting started on our language journey
We’re only just getting started on our journey
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Meet our team
The Speaking Club is built on a community of incredible hosts and developers from all over the world and all walks of life. We strive to foster a diverse and friendly community based on mutual respect and a love of learning about the world around us and ourselves.
Boris Da Silva
Founder & CEO
English teacher from the UK with over 15 years experience having taught all over the world.
"May your journey make you forget your destination."
— Boris
— Boris
Dumindu Madushanka
Web Developer
Head of DevUpLink and lead developer of the Speaking Club platform.
"Dream big, work hard, stay focused, and surround yourself with good people."
— Dumindu
— Dumindu
Ilhom Oliversoliev
App Developer
Lead developer of the Android and iOS Speaking Club app. Currently studying in Tajikistan.
"Do what you love, love what you do."
— Ilhom
— Ilhom
Chuck DengChao
Back-end Developer
Chuck has been instrumental in the development of the in-meeting experience.
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."
— Chuck
— Chuck
Brandon Armstrong
Professional Host
English teacher from the US currently residing in Spain, having hosted over 600 meetings.
"Do not despise the bottom rungs on the ascent to to greatness."
— Brandon
— Brandon
Chris Blount
Professional Host
English teacher from Canada with over 7 years teaching experience living in Colombia.
"There ain't no traffic going the extra mile"
— Chris
— Chris
Jack Travers
Professional Host
English teacher from Wales with over 4 years teaching experience living in Vietnam.
"I believe the art of communication is an important skill that one should continually develop to improve one's life but also to enjoy it to the fullest."
— Jack
— Jack
Rabok Dunder
Show Runner
The energetic host of the weekly Speaking Club Show from Australia.
"Bang bang bang!"
— Rabok
— Rabok
Community Hosts
Meet our team of incredible community hosts. None of this would be possible without their kindness and dedication to making this platform a hub where people from all over the world come together in discussion and heartfelt exchange.
