Alex Otanez

Alex Otanez is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in technology and business strategy. Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer and Partner at Shockoe since January 2014, Alex has a strong focus on developing applications that enhance workplace efficiency. Additionally, Alex co-founded Hio, where innovation in conversational AI simplifies property interactions. As an Adjunct Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, Alex teaches mobile strategy and application development. Previous roles include President and Founder of Homelaborate LLC, Managing Consultant at ICF Ironworks, and Senior Strategy Consultant at IBM Global Business Services, where significant project oversight and process redesign took place. Alex holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Industrial Engineering from Northeastern University and has a robust history in managing strategic initiatives that drive savings and efficiency in various industries.