Alfonso is a technologist with a passion for innovation. His collegiate journey at Tufts University was notably marked by his involvement with the Institute for Global Leadership (IGL) and BUILD: Guatemala. These experiences deeply ingrained in him the transformative power of entrepreneurship and cooperative development, shaping his professional ethos.

One of the most cherished moments from his time in Guatemala was not solely the collective progress but also the lighter, human interactions—such as the humorous attempts at teaching children the Spanish pronunciation of "Google."

Alfonso's academic endeavors extended beyond the classroom, with research focused on the economic development and social entrepreneurship in Mexican rural communities and Cuba, underscoring his commitment to sustainable change. It was during his time with EPIIC that his interest in computer science began to crystallize, especially at the nexus of ethics and artificial intelligence in warfare.

After graduation and a significant period in the non-profit sector, Alfonso underwent a profound career transformation. He harnessed his entrepreneurial drive within the tech industry, founding Beam—a startup designed to revolutionize the telemedicine landscape by enabling doctors to launch their digital practices.

As a software engineer at Justworks, Alfonso is currently streamlining the process for small businesses to manage international workforces. His role is a harmonious blend of his belief in technology as a catalyst for good, promoting growth and opportunity.

Looking to the future, Alfonso is not only planning a life with his fiancée, Alexandra Flores-Quilty, but also a career trajectory where he can leverage the leadership lessons from the IGL. He aspires to be a responsible leader in the tech industry, guiding innovation while ensuring that technology acts as a conduit for positive societal transformation.