Alex Villarino

Alex is driven by a passion for creating cultures where people can learn, grow, and thrive. He believes that true, lasting success comes from workplaces that prioritize human connection—places where individuals feel seen, inspired, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Since joining SYPartners in 2014, Alex has partnered with leading organizations such as Starbucks, Apple, UAE Pavilion at Dubai 2020, American Express, Pfizer, and IBM, helping them navigate complex transformations like organizational redesigns, leadership alignment, and culture shifts. He thrives on turning challenges into opportunities, using experience design to craft human-centered solutions that elevate organizations and create lasting change.

Whether it’s helping teams clarify their vision, shaping company culture, developing market strategies, or designing innovative ways to train and engage employees, Alex is committed to fostering environments that bring out the best in people. His work is rooted in the belief that when people feel truly connected to their work and each other, extraordinary things happen.

Alex is also deeply passionate about mentoring the next generation of strategists. Throughout his time at SYPartners, he has managed and mentored many emerging leaders, helping them grow their craft and navigate their careers. He is actively invested in the future of the discipline at the firm, currently developing skill-based training to ensure that SYPartners continues to cultivate talent and create best-in-class work for clients.

Outside of work, Alex cherishes time with his wife, Megahn, and their two-year-old son, Sebastian, in Honolulu. Together, they own and operate the only Latin American market in Oahu, where they share their love for culture and community, offering a vibrant space that reflects their heritage.”