Miguel Alvarez is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic partnerships, marketing, and business development across various organizations. Currently serves as the Strategic Partnerships & New Acquisitions lead at ApplyBoard since September 2024. Prior to this, Miguel held multiple roles at Coursera, including Senior Manager in Marketing & Brand, Talent & People Programs, and Head of Business Development for Degrees. Additional experience includes serving as an Assembly District Delegate for the California Democratic Party, Chief of Staff at Contra Costa Community College District, and a Higher Education Consultant at Empowerly. Miguel also contributed as a Fellow at New Leaders Council and served on the admissions committee for a competitive program at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government & Chicana/o Studies from UCLA and completion of the Riordan MBA Fellows Program at UCLA Anderson School of Management.