Meet your
language coach

Highlights

• Italian Language Coach and course author with a robust background in engineering and business strategy, blending analytical and creative approaches to language learning.
• Founder of Think in Italian, an innovative language learning platform developed after mastering 12 languages and recognizing a gap in existing educational apps.
• Member of the International Association of Hyperpolyglots, enhancing his credentials as a multilingual expert.
• Regular speaker and consultant on Italian and Japanese culture, enhancing cross-cultural communication and understanding.

Experience

Stefano Lodola is a seasoned Italian language coach, translator, and course author.

After completing a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Industrial Engineering at Università di Pisa and an MBA focusing on Strategy and Marketing at Waseda University, Stefano has adeptly combined his technical expertise with his passion for languages and culture.

His membership in the International Association of Hyperpolyglots underlines his commitment to language mastery and cultural exchange.

His philosophy that “we all master languages by listening and mimicking” led him to create Think in Italian—a platform designed from his experiences learning 12 languages and his dissatisfaction with existing tools.

When not teaching or developing new content for his platform, Stefano can be found engaging in his personal interests, from playing chess and reading history to learning new languages and caring for stray cats.

Education

Stefano Lodola holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering from Università di Pisa, complemented by an MBA in Strategy and Marketing from Waseda University.

This diverse educational background equips him with a unique blend of analytical skills and cultural insights, which he applies to his work in language education and cultural consultancy.

Looking Ahead

Stefano is actively working on expanding his digital offerings by developing a native app to complement his existing web app, aiming to enhance the learning experience with more accessible and user-friendly tools.

Additionally, he plans to continue his language learning journey, seeking to add more languages to his already impressive repertoire.

Press

• Stefano explained to Forbes how AI enhances efficiency in his language-learning platform through tasks like content creation and customer service. He highlighted the challenges of training a diverse team to adapt to AI, which can cause frustration and burnout under tight deadlines. His approach emphasizes understanding team diversity and integrating AI without leaving anyone behind. — Forbes

• With nearly a decade of experience in language learning, Stefano explained to Parents how TikTok shapes Gen Z and Gen Alpha slang. He noted that words like “yeet” and “sus” reflect cultural humor and values, encouraging parents to use slang as a bridge to connect with their children and navigate the digital world. – Parents

• Stefano discussed with Hubspot the trade-offs between free and paid online communities, emphasizing the importance of aligning the brand’s value proposition with the audience’s willingness to pay. Drawing from his experience with language learners, he highlighted sustainability and tailored approaches as keys to long-term success, noting that the choice depends on specific goals and objectives. – Hubspot