Hi, I’m Catrine Bergeron.
I’m a San Francisco native who somehow ended up marrying a Catalan, raising two trilingual kids, and calling Barcelona home for over 20 years.
Here’s the deal: I know what it feels like to “know English” but freeze when it’s time to actually speak. You’ve done the classes, you’ve studied the rules… but when you need to shine—in a meeting, giving a presentation, in small talk over vermut—the words don’t come.
That’s where I come in. I show you the shortcuts Americans really use (yes, trucos and atajos that aren’t in the textbooks!). I help you sound natural, confident, and—most importantly—yourself.
English isn’t about “perfect grammar.” It’s your tool. Your toy. Your weapon. And my job is to make sure you can use it confidently when it matters most—whether that’s in a boardroom, at a conference, or over a café amb llet!
Why work with me
20+ years in Barcelona coaching professionals to speak English with confidence and impact.
Teacher at EOISG and former instructor at IEN.
Toastmasters award-winner in Spain (Top speech evaluator in eastern Spain 2017; Top Improvised Speech in Barcelona 2024, among others) and leader in Barcelona’s public speaking community for over a decade.
Area Director for 4 Barcelona Toastmasters clubs, reporting to the leadership of the city’s 14 clubs.
Corporate communication trainer at SAP; workshops for executives and professionals across industries.
Public speaking conference co-director (2017 & 2025) and long-time trilingual event host.
Fluent in Catalan, Spanish, French & Italian—I understand the exact challenges Latin-language speakers face.
Co-founder of Women’s Speaking Club (Barcelona Activa); advocate with Barcelona Women’s Network & Fundación Ared.
Studied theater, clowning & improv—bringing energy, rhythm, and confidence into language learning.
Ongoing connection to Barcelona: married a Catalan, raising two trilingual kids, and rooted in the local professional community.