From Strategy to Design

Prior to being a Chief of Staff to the CEO at a tech startup, I was a management consultant who focused on UX research. That’s where I fell in love with product design. I wanted to reach beyond insights and make tangible changes. I took a risk and flew to Italy to get my Masters Degree in Interaction Design at the Copenhagen Institute of Interaction Design.

I’m someone who is incredibly organized, cares deeply about process and scalability, and moves quickly, shooting for iteration and not perfection, at first. I aim to anticipate my team’s needs and I value the opinion and feedback of others, as I’m always looking to grow.

  • I had the pleasure of working closely with Alondra in her role as Chief of Staff to our CEO. Alondra's exceptional work ethic and ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously were truly impressive. Her capacity to take on a diverse array of responsibilities and consistently deliver results was invaluable to our growing organization. Alondra's role required her to interface with various departments, and her adaptability shone through in these interactions. She can quickly grasp complex technical concepts, making her an effective bridge between our engineering team and other parts of the organization. Her communication skills and ability to translate ideas across different domains were crucial in keeping projects on track and stakeholders aligned. Beyond her professional capabilities, Alondra is a genuinely supportive colleague. Her empathy and willingness to help others create a collaborative work environment that fosters growth and innovation. Any organization would be fortunate to have Alondra as part of their team!

    Xiang Li
    Founding Engineer at Vitable

  • I had the pleasure of working with Alondra during her tenure as Chief of Staff at Vitable. Her work ethic and commitment to do the hard things in a high intensity startup atmosphere always impressed me. She could be trusted by the leadership team to always follow through, offer support even when she already had a full plate, and share best practices. She leveled up our culture and was spoken of highly by everyone at Vitable. I've worked with many executive team members throughout my career. Alondra is at the top of that list in terms of resiliency, dedication, and high ceiling growth potential. She would be an excellent addition to any company and their culture.

    Brian Cottone Jr.
    VP of Sales at Vitable

  • I worked with Alondra at Slalom Consulting on a client project doing User Experience (UX) Research and Customer Strategy at a large tech firm. Alondra came in as a newer consultant and she showed up strong, demonstrated executive presence, and was thoughtful in her questions, ideas, and feedback. Alondra was proactive in managing multiple tasks on our project. She was organized and was key to driving impactful delivery. Alondra vocalized the desire to lead stakeholder interviews and client presentations. She did both like a natural! She was able to navigate tricky client questions and re-direct stakeholders during interviews. Alondra always welcomed feedback and would incorporate that feedback. She shows up with a growth mindset and it’s evident she is driven both in her personal and professional life.

    Katy Lane
    User Researcher at Slalom

  • Alondra’s work is a beautiful blend of creativity and efficiency. She is an incredibly collaborative, positive, and supportive teammate who consistently brings out the best in those around her. She pushes herself and her team toward excellence with both passion and care, but mostly importantly the goal in mind . A clear and articulate communicator, Alondra offers thoughtful, constructive feedback that always adds value.

    Muskan Gupta
    Classmate at CIID