Irene Alvarado

Co-Founder, Head of Engineering at Early Works

Irene Alvarado has a diverse work experience in technology and innovation. Irene is currently the Founder and CEO of Berry Fertility, a mobile app that provides real-time information and tools for patients undergoing fertility treatments. Irene is also the Co-Founder and Head of Engineering at Early Works, a studio that incubates and builds companies across different industries. Irene is also the Head of Engineering at GENSMAK!, a role they took in 2022.

Prior to their current roles, Irene worked as a Staff Research Engineer at GitHub, where they explored the future of software development. Irene also served as an Adjunct Professor at New York University, teaching a class on designing and prototyping with emerging technologies.

Irene gained valuable experience at Google, where they worked as a Senior Software Engineer and Creative Technologist at the Google Creative Lab. Irene collaborated with research and product teams to develop innovative products and services, specializing in the intersection of machine learning, new interfaces, and product innovation.

Irene'searlier roles include working as a Software Engineer at Mapzen and Carnegie Mellon University, as well as a Technology Consultant at The Research Board at Gartner and Booz & Company.

Overall, Irene Alvarado has a strong background in technology, innovation, and product development, with experience in leadership, teaching, and consulting.

Irene Alvarado has a Master's Degree in M.S. Human Computer Interaction (HCI) from Carnegie Mellon University, School of Computer Science. Irene also completed a Deep Learning Nanodegree in Machine Learning from Udacity. Irene holds a B.S. & B.A. from Columbia University, where they studied Computer Science & Modern History. Additionally, they participated in an International Exchange Program at École Polytechnique in Palaiseau, France, focusing on Computer Science.

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