TESTIMONIALS

  • "Alek served under my leadership as my Senior Chief of Staff and Data and Information Technology Head for several years, distinguishing himself as a consummate professional. In his pivotal role, Alek consistently demonstrated strategic foresight, effective communication, and managerial prowess. He efficiently managed complex projects with minimal oversight and handled interpersonal dynamics among senior leaders, ensuring smooth and timely project progression. Alek's expertise in Data and IT, combined with his strategic planning and project management skills, was consistently evident. His upbeat and pragmatic demeanor fostered collaboration and trust, enabling him to integrate seamlessly into diverse teams. Colleagues naturally gravitated towards him, appreciating his guidance and depth of knowledge. In my many years of leadership, Alek stands out for his unique blend of skills and character. He is someone you can entrust with a mission, assured that he will exceed expectations and execute initiatives to the highest standards without excessive oversight."

    George Contos, JD

    Former CEO, YAI, Inc.

  • "One of Dr. Hoyos 's most notable achievements was his leadership in supporting DEI efforts coupled with advocating for our DD/I community, where his strategic planning and attention to detail led to a large organizational transformation. His proactive approach and unwavering dedication ensured that all objectives were met on time and within budget, demonstrating his exceptional capability in managing high-stakes responsibilities. Moreover, Dr.Hoyos exhibited exemplary interpersonal skills, fostering strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Their ability to communicate clearly and build consensus was crucial in driving initiatives forward and maintaining a cohesive team environment."

    Joshua Trinidad

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer and Advocate

  • "I had the opportunity to work with Alek in recruiting a general counsel for the organization. My experience working with Alek was outstanding. He is a true professional- supportive & committed to the needs of the organization, as well as being a strategic partner to me. He provided relevant insights/ guidance on the needed cultural fit for the attorney to successfully support YAI. As a vital member of the interview process, his feedback was invaluable. We developed a mutually respectful, open & honest line of communication. I would welcome the opportunity to partner with him in his next role. I highly recommend Alek for an organization that is seeking a smart, engaging, confident, mature, respectful & humble member of a senior leadership team. He will be a valuable asset and resource for your organization."

    Sheri Michael

    Partner, Major, Lindsey and Africa

  • "Alek gets things done. He has an engaging approach to support which is very effective in his role of Chief of Staff. His follow up is timely and detailed. This builds trust and allows staff to feel heard, supported and valued, both as a human being and as a member of the organization."

    Consuelo Senior, LMSW

    Assistant Director of YAI Knowledge, YAI, Inc.

  • "I had the pleasure of teaching Alek in my class, Private Sector Partnerships, which is offered as an elective in the Master’s Program in Global Affairs at NYU. It offers a practical dive into how to design a private sector partnership across a variety of sectors and culminates with a group project in which the team proposes a partnership idea based on real institutions using real data. The expectation is that the students will deliver professional-caliber work that is grounded in extensive research, an expectation that Alek exceeded with flying colors. Throughout the semester, I was impressed with both his abilities and work ethic. He demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn in a rigorous environment paired with a desire to make the world a better place and the talent to see his dreams to fruition. I look forward to watching how he uses that talent. It is without hesitation that I give him my highest recommendation."

    Chloe Demrovsky
    Adjunct Professor, New York University

  • "Alek did a great job connecting smart cities companies to academic interests. He has a strong understanding of the smart cities landscape."

    Sharon Sputz

    Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships, The Data Science Institute at Columbia University

  • "Alek was a great Chief of Staff for the Technology Strategy and Operations team at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, with a keen ability to manage a dynamic list of projects, challenging personalities, and a small team, while multiple organizational changes were occurring. His ability to think about the future state of projects when they are in their infancy is important for any team to have. Furthermore, Alek demonstrated his creativity, passionate for technology, and out-of-the-box thinking in a current project I am managing which is creating an executive dashboard for senior leadership in Enterprise Technology Services. Anyone who is able to spend time with Alek either in a team setting or in a brief one-on-one conversation will surely be able to grow immensely given his numerous years of experience. I highly recommend Alek to join your team, as he will make a great addition."

    Andrew Singh, MPA

    Business Intelligence Analyst, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

  • "I had the pleasure working alongside Alek during his duration at YAI. His leadership and juggling of many different tasks assigned to him was top notch. One of the values on the Information Technology team was constant improvement and planning which I had never seen anyone embrace it so well as Alek. During the past year we’ve worked together, I had seen Alek constantly look for new challenges to tackle throughout various departments as our chief of staff. I was constantly amazed not only by his technical project management skills, but also by his ability to keep the team motivated through the inevitable challenges. Alek is a great asset to any company and should feel honored to have such a dedicated individual join them."

    Richard Leite

    Technical Director, YAI, Inc.