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Alexander Baker

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Alexander Baker

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Alexander Baker

👋 Hi, I'm

Alexander Baker

Based in San Diego, CA.

An entrepreneur and venture builder passionate about using AI, fintech, and venture capital to solve real-world problems. At 21, I co-founded Blocklead Venture Studio, helping LATAM startups raise $50K–$250K from U.S. investors. At 22, I launched Avenue Neo Bank, a blockchain-powered fintech providing fee-free banking to 10,000+ unbanked individuals, earning "Fintech of the Year" from the Global Startup Awards.

Now, I’m based in San Diego, preparing to transfer to Stanford MS&E 🎓 while building my next venture. Along the way, I’ve studied entrepreneurship, AI, and venture capital at Stanford, MIT, Harvard, and UC Berkeley. I’ve also led AI-driven education programs for 23,000+ students, trained university professors with Deloitte & United Way México, and worked with the British Embassy’s LIF Program to support underrepresented founders.

I’ve worked with OneValley Ventures, Ripple Ventures, and Fundrise, investing in early-stage startups and real estate fintech. As a keynote speaker at Talent Land and AI summits, I’ve mentored first-time founders on funding, scaling, and AI-driven business models.

📚 Education & Learning:

  • Stanford MS&E (Incoming 2024) – Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital

  • MIT, Harvard & UC Berkeley – AI, Blockchain, & Startup Innovation

🌎 I’ve lived in: 🇺🇸 San Diego & San Francisco, 🇲🇽 Tijuana & Mexico City

What drives me is bridging technology and opportunity. Beyond pitch decks and funding rounds, I mentor aspiring founders, explore startup ecosystems, geek out on AI & fintech, travel to innovation hubs, and stay focused on solving the world’s biggest problems.

I'm an entrepreneur and venture builder obsessed with turning big ideas into real impact. At 21, I co-founded Blocklead Venture Studio, helping LATAM startups secure $50K–$250K in funding from U.S. investors. A year later, I launched Avenue Neo Bank, a blockchain-powered fintech providing fee-free banking to 10,000+ unbanked individuals—earning us “Fintech of the Year” from the Global Startup Awards.

Right now, I’m in San Diego, gearing up for my next big leap: transferring to Stanford MS&E 🎓 while building my next venture. Along the way, I’ve immersed myself in entrepreneurship, AI, and venture capital at Stanford, MIT, Harvard, and UC Berkeley, led education initiatives impacting 23,000+ students, and trained university professors with Deloitte & United Way México. I also worked with the British Embassy’s has a consultant to their LIF Program, breaking down barriers for underrepresented founders.

I’ve played on both sides of the table—working with OneValley Ventures, Ripple Ventures, and Fundrise, investing in early-stage startups and analysis emerging markets, while also mentoring founders at Talent Land and AI innovation summits in Frankfurt.

📚 Education & Learning:

  • Stanford MS&E (Incoming 2024)Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital

  • MIT, Harvard & UC BerkeleyAI, Blockchain, & Startup Innovation

🌎 Places I’ve called home: 🇺🇸 San Diego & San Francisco | 🇲🇽 Tijuana & Mexico City

At the core of everything I do is a simple mission: bridge technology and opportunity. Beyond pitch decks and funding rounds, you’ll find me mentoring founders, exploring startup ecosystems, geeking out on AI & fintech, traveling to innovation hubs, and staying laser-focused on solving the world’s biggest problems. I also enjoy EDM Music..

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CoFounder

Venture Lens

Venture Lens is an AI model that analyzes and evaluates startups, providing investors with data-driven insights to identify high-potential ventures efficiently.

CoFounder

Venture Lens

Venture Lens is an AI model that analyzes and evaluates startups, providing investors with data-driven insights to identify high-potential ventures efficiently.

CoFounder

Venture Lens

Venture Lens is an AI model that analyzes and evaluates startups, providing investors with data-driven insights to identify high-potential ventures efficiently.

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CoFounder

Blocklead Venture Studio

Blocklead Venture Studio is a Web3 and AI startup accelerator that connects LATAM founders with U.S. venture capital

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CoFounder

Blocklead Venture Studio

Blocklead Venture Studio is a Web3 and AI startup accelerator that connects LATAM founders with U.S. venture capital

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CoFounder

Blocklead Venture Studio

Blocklead Venture Studio is a Web3 and AI startup accelerator that connects LATAM founders with U.S. venture capital

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VC Analyst Intern

One Valley Ventures

OneValley Ventures is a startup accelerator and venture fund that supports early-stage entrepreneurs by providing funding, mentorship, and access to a global innovation ecosystem

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VC Analyst Intern

One Valley Ventures

OneValley Ventures is a startup accelerator and venture fund that supports early-stage entrepreneurs by providing funding, mentorship, and access to a global innovation ecosystem

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VC Analyst Intern

One Valley Ventures

OneValley Ventures is a startup accelerator and venture fund that supports early-stage entrepreneurs by providing funding, mentorship, and access to a global innovation ecosystem

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Deal Partner

Ganas Ventures

Ganas Ventures is a $10 million venture capital fund investing in pre-seed and seed-stage, community-driven startups across the United States and Latin America

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Deal Partner

Ganas Ventures

Ganas Ventures is a $10 million venture capital fund investing in pre-seed and seed-stage, community-driven startups across the United States and Latin America

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Deal Partner

Ganas Ventures

Ganas Ventures is a $10 million venture capital fund investing in pre-seed and seed-stage, community-driven startups across the United States and Latin America

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UK Embassy

Innovation Consultant

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UK Embassy

Innovation Consultant

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UK Embassy

Innovation Consultant

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Global Shapers

Community Member

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Global Shapers

Community Member

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Global Shapers

Community Member

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Visa

Licensing Partner

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Visa

Licensing Partner

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HSF

HSF Scholar x2

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HSF

HSF Scholar x2

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HSF

HSF Scholar x2

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Deloitte

Faculty Trainer

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Deloitte

Faculty Trainer

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Deloitte

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CUGDL

Faculty Trainer

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CUGDL

Faculty Trainer

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CUGDL

Faculty Trainer

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Talent Land

Keynote Speaker

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Talent Land

Keynote Speaker

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Talent Land

Keynote Speaker

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USC

Faculty AI Workshop

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USC

Faculty AI Workshop

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USC

Faculty AI Workshop

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Venture Capital and Economic Growth: Analyzing the Role of VCs in Driving GDP Expansion on a Global Scale

Available in SSRN

This paper examines the impact of venture capital on global economic growth, exploring how VC investments drive GDP expansion through innovation, job creation, and market development.

Venture Capital and Economic Growth: Analyzing the Role of VCs in Driving GDP Expansion on a Global Scale

Available in SSRN

This paper examines the impact of venture capital on global economic growth, exploring how VC investments drive GDP expansion through innovation, job creation, and market development.

Venture Capital and Economic Growth: Analyzing the Role of VCs in Driving GDP Expansion on a Global Scale

Available in SSRN

This paper examines the impact of venture capital on global economic growth, exploring how VC investments drive GDP expansion through innovation, job creation, and market development.

The Transformative Power of Venture Capital in Latin America

Available in SSRN

This paper explores the transformative impact of venture capital in Latin America, highlighting its role in innovation, economic growth, and financial inclusion while addressing key challenges and proposing strategies to strengthen the VC ecosystem.

The Transformative Power of Venture Capital in Latin America

Available in SSRN

This paper explores the transformative impact of venture capital in Latin America, highlighting its role in innovation, economic growth, and financial inclusion while addressing key challenges and proposing strategies to strengthen the VC ecosystem.

The Transformative Power of Venture Capital in Latin America

Available in SSRN

This paper explores the transformative impact of venture capital in Latin America, highlighting its role in innovation, economic growth, and financial inclusion while addressing key challenges and proposing strategies to strengthen the VC ecosystem.

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Southwestern College

Associated in Business Administration

Southwestern College (SWC) is a community college in California that provides high-quality education and career-focused programs, serving as a gateway for students to transfer to top universities and excel in business, technology, and innovation.

Southwestern College

Associated in Business Administration

Southwestern College (SWC) is a community college in California that provides high-quality education and career-focused programs, serving as a gateway for students to transfer to top universities and excel in business, technology, and innovation.

Southwestern College

Associated in Business Administration

Southwestern College (SWC) is a community college in California that provides high-quality education and career-focused programs, serving as a gateway for students to transfer to top universities and excel in business, technology, and innovation.

Stanford University

Speaker Series | King Center on Global Development

Stanford University is a world-renowned institution known for its cutting-edge research, entrepreneurial spirit, and leadership in technology and innovation, fostering a community where students and faculty drive breakthroughs in AI, business, and global problem-solving.

Stanford University

Speaker Series | King Center on Global Development

Stanford University is a world-renowned institution known for its cutting-edge research, entrepreneurial spirit, and leadership in technology and innovation, fostering a community where students and faculty drive breakthroughs in AI, business, and global problem-solving.

Stanford University

Speaker Series | King Center on Global Development

Stanford University is a world-renowned institution known for its cutting-edge research, entrepreneurial spirit, and leadership in technology and innovation, fostering a community where students and faculty drive breakthroughs in AI, business, and global problem-solving.

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