Alessandra Dillenburg
About Alessandra Dillenburg
Alessandra Dillenburg is a Senior Director of Operations at Soar Autism Center, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background in research and consulting, with previous roles at organizations such as Hemoglobal, Boston Consulting Group, and The Hospital for Sick Children.
Current Role at Soar Autism Center
Alessandra Dillenburg serves as the Senior Director of Operations at Soar Autism Center, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees operational strategies and ensures the effective delivery of services within the organization. Her leadership contributes to the center's mission of supporting individuals with autism and their families in Denver, Colorado.
Previous Experience in Operations and Research
Before her current role, Dillenburg worked as Chief of Staff at Soar Autism Center from 2021 to 2022. She has also held positions at Boston Consulting Group as a Consultant from 2019 to 2021, where she provided strategic insights and operational guidance. Additionally, she gained research experience as a Research Assistant at Hemoglobal from 2013 to 2014 and as an Undergraduate Student Researcher at The Hospital for Sick Children from 2012 to 2013.
Education and Academic Background
Dillenburg holds an Honours Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Neuroscience and Psychology from the University of Toronto, which she completed from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education at The University of Edinburgh, earning a Master of Science (MSc) in Integrative Neuroscience from 2014 to 2015, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Neuroscience from 2015 to 2018.
Experience in Blogging and Communication
Dillenburg has experience in communication roles, having worked as a Blogger for the Public Library of Science in 2018 and for the MS Society from 2016 to 2018. These positions allowed her to engage with broader audiences and contribute to discussions on scientific and health-related topics.
Diverse Work History
Throughout her career, Dillenburg has held various positions that reflect her diverse skill set. She worked as a Barista at Second Cup from 2008 to 2010 and served as a Demonstrator at The University of Edinburgh in 2017. These roles have contributed to her well-rounded experience in both customer service and academic environments.