Alex Padilla Email & Phone Number

Quito, Ec

As the Local Coordinator for the PSE Core Program in Ecuador, I spearheaded the execution of an eight-week intensive program focused on advanced cryptographic technologies, including Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKP), Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE), and Multiparty Computation (MPC). - Coordinated the full implementation of the PSE Core Program in Cuenca, Ecuador, managing both online and in-person sessions to ensure smooth operation.- Developed and executed a targeted outreach… Show more As the Local Coordinator for the PSE Core Program in Ecuador, I spearheaded the execution of an eight-week intensive program focused on advanced cryptographic technologies, including Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKP), Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE), and Multiparty Computation (MPC). - Coordinated the full implementation of the PSE Core Program in Cuenca, Ecuador, managing both online and in-person sessions to ensure smooth operation.- Developed and executed a targeted outreach strategy that resulted in 29 applicants, of which 12 were selected and 10 successfully completed the program.- Collaborated with top academic institutions, including the University of Cuenca, Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Universidad de las Américas, and Escuela Politécnica Nacional, to promote the program.- Organized ETH Cuenca and ETH Ecuador, key blockchain and Ethereum events in Ecuador, which helped raise awareness and participation for the PSE Core Program.- Led weekly Coworking-days, where participants, mentors, and community members gathered for collaborative learning and project development, fostering a community-driven approach.Hackathon Facilitation: Organized a successful hackathon that challenged participants to develop cryptographic solutions using ZKP and MPC, driving practical innovation.Partner Relations: Built strategic partnerships with LATAM ZK, CEDIA, Fundación Open Lab, and ETH Ecuador to strengthen program execution and visibility. Show less

Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

Contribute to the growth and development of the blockchain ecosystem in Ecuador by reaching more than 1,200 people through educational events, conferences and X (Twitter) spaces, democratizing blockchain education in Ecuador.Train and promote the university community in Ecuador in education and development of Blockchain projects, organizing and developing the first "Blockchain "Week" between three of the best universities in the country such as "Universidad San Francisco de Quito"… Show more Contribute to the growth and development of the blockchain ecosystem in Ecuador by reaching more than 1,200 people through educational events, conferences and X (Twitter) spaces, democratizing blockchain education in Ecuador.Train and promote the university community in Ecuador in education and development of Blockchain projects, organizing and developing the first "Blockchain "Week" between three of the best universities in the country such as "Universidad San Francisco de Quito", "Escuela Politécnica Nacional" and "Universidad de las Américas". Show less

Selected and organized a committee of volunteers to support the Hult Prize OnCampus Program at Escuela Politécnica Nacional.Recruited student entrepreneurs to participate in the program and connected them with experts and mentors to help them develop their social enterprise ideas.Hosted events, including demo days, pitching competitions, networking events, and social activities, to promote the Hult Prize and social entrepreneurship.

Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador

As the Vice President of Extension for the Student Association of Computer Systems Engineering at the Escuela Politécnica Nacional de Ecuador, I led various community outreach and service projects that helped to expand the impact and reach of our organization. One of our notable achievements was the successful organization of a workshop on startup introduction and fundraising, where we invited experienced entrepreneurs and investors to share their insights and advice on how to start and grow a… Show more As the Vice President of Extension for the Student Association of Computer Systems Engineering at the Escuela Politécnica Nacional de Ecuador, I led various community outreach and service projects that helped to expand the impact and reach of our organization. One of our notable achievements was the successful organization of a workshop on startup introduction and fundraising, where we invited experienced entrepreneurs and investors to share their insights and advice on how to start and grow a successful startup. We also hosted a conference on competitive programming, where I delivered a talk on basic coding techniques and algorithms to help our members improve their coding skills and competitiveness.Overall, I am proud to have contributed to the growth and development of our student association, while also helping to foster a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and excellence in the field of computer systems engineering. Show less

Quito, Pichincha, Ecuador