Accent Reduction Institute

Specialties

The Accent Reduction Institute (ARI) is the industry leader in pronunciation proficiency training, working with corporations, universities, and state and federal agencies around the globe to provide customized language training. Our diversity and inclusion programs help non-​native English speakers maintain their unique cultural identity while eliminating language barriers and enhancing their ability to engage in clear, effective communication. Utilizing the Ravin Method™, we are devoted to helping people for whom English is a second language speak with ease and confidence. ARI has been featured in media forums worldwide including The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, International Herald Tribune, and on Voice of America and NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams.

Meet the Manager

Judy R.

Manager

Judy Ravin is the founder and President of ARI. She has acquired international acclaim for her training programs in the areas of accent reduction and foreign accent comprehension. Ravin Method™ clients include but are not limited to: NATO, the National Education Association, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin. Ravin provides internship opportunities with the University of Michigan, Department of Applied Linguistics and Western Michigan University-​College of Aviation.

Ravin is recognized as the industry leader in accent-​communication training and presented at the National Association of Healthcare Documentation Integrity Conference, the SCSI Annual International Aircraft Cabin Safety Symposium in Los Angeles, CA, the World Aviation Training Conference and Tradeshow in Orlando, FL, and the US Air, Trade, and Technology Expo in Dayton, OH.

Ravin received her B.A. from the University of Wisconsin in 1988, and her M.A. from the University of Michigan in 1991.