Ally is the Chief Operating Officer at Alpha Catalyst CRE, where she leverages over a decade of experience in scaling technology startups, investment banking, venture capital, and corporate development to drive operational excellence and strategic growth. At Alpha Catalyst, Alexandra is focused on integrating cutting-edge technology and data science into the commercial real estate sector, optimizing processes, and eliminating friction to maximize efficiency and value creation.

Alexandra’s career is marked by a deep passion for innovation and a proven ability to transform complex challenges into opportunities for growth. In her previous role at IVY, she spearheaded the comprehensive overhaul of the company’s technology stack, transforming its events platform into a scalable multi-tenant SaaS infrastructure. This pivotal shift not only resulted in a 150% improvement in feature turnaround efficiency and a $100k annual cost reduction but also enabled IVY to pivot its business model from B2C to B2B. Under her leadership, IVY launched a new product that surpassed $1 million in ARR within three months, ensuring the company’s survival and success during the global COVID-19 pandemic.

At Alpha Catalyst, Alexandra is committed to revolutionizing the commercial real estate investment sector by fostering a culture of innovation and first-principles thinking. Her approach combines strategic foresight with hands-on operational management, ensuring that Alpha Catalyst remains at the forefront of industry leadership. Alexandra’s dedication to excellence is reflected in her efforts to create scalable, technology-driven solutions that not only meet the needs of today’s market but also anticipate the challenges of tomorrow.

Beyond her technical and operational expertise, Alexandra brings a global perspective to her work. Fluent in Spanish and experienced in international business, she has cultivated a diverse and adaptable skill set that enhances her ability to lead dynamic, high-performing teams. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in International Business from Northeastern University, with a concentration in Finance and Accounting, and an expatriate year at Universidad Pontifica Comillas ICADE in Madrid, where she further honed her expertise in cross-cultural communication and business strategy.