Rod Hinn

Polyglot & Language Learner | CEO & Founder @ SpanishSmash | EdTech Product Designer

Role: Founder and CEO at Spanishsmash
Location: Whittier, CA, US
LinkedIn followers: 500 followers

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About Rod Hinn

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Experience

Founder and CEO
Spanishsmash
Jun 2025 — Present
Led the user research, ideation, design, development, and learning vision. Then I made the MVP of this platform. I actually built this all by myself.Helping B1+ Spanish learners break through speaking plateaus and sound like the professionals they are.We use AI-powered analysis to develop real communication skills, not just grammar memorization. From nervous intermediate to confident Spanish speaker.

Education

Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
Master's degree
2009 — 2010
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - BA
2005 — 2009

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Current company

Spanishsmash

Education · 1 employees · Founded 2025

Introducing SpanishSmash: From B1 to Badass An app focused on Spanish speaking feedback, analysis, and assessment. Tired of understanding Spanish perfectly but sounding like a nervous beginner when you speak? You\'re not alone. The Problem: Most B1+ Spanish learners hit a plateau. They know the words, understand everything, but freeze up in real conversations. Traditional apps focus on grammar drills and vocabulary memorization - not actual communication skills. Our Solution: SpanishSmash uses AI-powered analysis to develop real speaking competence through: Targeted Topic Practice - No more random conversations about hobbies. Focus on YOUR specific communication gaps Real Monologue Analysis - Express complete thoughts, get instant feedback on phrasing, complexity, and structure. Mastery Mapping - Visual progress tracking across communication domains with CEFR-aligned assessments Anti-Subscription Pricing - Pay once, own forever for a lifetime subscription, or pay for session packs. No monthly fees or surprise charges. We hate subscriptions. Also, if we find out that you are still using our app after 4, 5, 6 years. we are going to contact you and find out how we can make you fluent faster! What Makes Us Different- Ruthlessly Spanish-focused (not spread across 100+ languages)- Develops expressive ability, we don\'t focus on pronunciation - Rewards excellence with progressive discounts as you advance CEFR levels- Partnership with Aura\'s Insight for complete input/output learning. Perfect for: Intermediate learners who want to break through speaking plateaus and sound like the professionals they are. Founding Members: We\'re in founding member stage!$297 lifetime access (normally includes bonus community access. Only 100 spots available. Ready to stop sounding like a child and start communicating with confidence?

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About Rod Hinn

Experience

Founder and CEO

Education

Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey

Southern Connecticut State University

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