About the Founder
Alberto Morales’ experiences as an LGBT, first-generation college graduate and son of Mexican immigrants are the reason his north star points toward equity. Alberto brings a proven track record with racial equity facilitation, strategic planning, grantmaking, capacity-building, program evaluation and project management.
Most recently, Alberto worked for the Cristo Rey Network’s School Growth office launching new schools across the country. Previously, Alberto worked for the Robert R. McCormick Foundation where he supported the stewardship of multimillion dollar grants across the early childhood, middle school, high school, and post-secondary public education sectors. He created a racial equity disparities report that led to a prioritized focus on the South Side of Chicago for the foundation’s $40M+ annual portfolio. He also managed relationships with the sports partners, Chicago Bulls, White Sox, Chicago Cubs, and Blackhawks, and assisted them in developing, implementing, and evaluating over $2.5M grant strategies. Alberto also co-developed the Heartland Alliance Chicago Community Data Portal, a free online dashboard that curates data sets from leading sources in one portal, offering neighborhood snapshots of economic opportunity, education, and health and wellness.
Alberto began his career in higher education as Assistant Director of the Georgetown Scholars Program, a nationally recognized model, empowering over 600 first-generation students.
Alberto holds a B.Sc. in Health Care Management and Policy from Georgetown University and a Master of Public Affairs from Brown University, where he was selected as commencement speaker. He is on the Auxiliary Board for the National Museum of Mexican Art. He is a previous fellow with the Surge Institute, World Economic Forum, New Leaders Council, Hispanics in Philanthropy, and Aspen Institute. He is also a 2020 recipient of Chicago Scholars "35 under 35" award that recognizes "a group of talented young professionals making an impact in Chicago." Alberto is also the Co-chair of Nuestro Futuro, an initiative of the Chicago Community Trust that awards grants to nonprofits serving the Latinx community. Alberto also sits on the Executive Board of the Albert Pick Jr. Fund.
About Julio Martinez (HR & Human Capital Consultant)
Julio Martinez is a seasoned HR leader with 12 years of experience driving human capital strategies across diverse industries, including hospitality, technology, healthcare, and financial services. As Morales Consulting's HR & Human Capital Consultant, he partners with organizations to deliver impactful solutions in HR strategy, talent management, employee relations, and organizational transformation. His extensive portfolio includes working with globally recognized companies such as Grant Thornton, Qatar Airways, League, and Cresco Labs, as well as leading nonprofits like Explore Schools.
Julio earned his Bachelor of Arts from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, where he developed a strong foundation in organizational dynamics and leadership. Recently, at Eataly Chicago, he led transformative change management initiatives and talent strategies for a workforce of over 250 employees, achieving significant reductions in turnover and driving organizational performance. His ability to align HR initiatives with business objectives has consistently resulted in inclusive, high-performing workplace cultures.
Currently pursuing an Executive Master of Science in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Julio applies advanced, evidence-based methodologies to optimize workforce strategies and organizational effectiveness. As a member of the neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ communities, he champions equity and inclusion, leveraging the unique contributions of diverse talent to foster innovation and success.
With a comprehensive approach grounded in practical expertise and a research-driven perspective, Julio is dedicated to empowering organizations through modern, equitable, and impactful HR solutions.
Daniel de Asis is a strategic and impact-driven professional with a background in engineering and extensive experience in the social sector ecosystem, project management, and social innovation. With a strong foundation in design thinking, data analysis, and technology-driven solutions, he helps organizations optimize operations, foster partnerships, and drive mission-aligned outcomes.
As a Project Manager at Morales Consulting, Daniel provides quantitative analysis, operational support, and process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of client initiatives. Clients have noted his keen attention to detail and rigorous project management support.
Daniel holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Engineering. He is highly skilled in project management tools such as Asana, Airtable, and Monday.com and has expertise in venture capital engagement, strategic partnerships, and stakeholder collaboration.
Driven by his passion for education and equity, Daniel is dedicated to leveraging his analytical expertise and leadership to create sustainable, community-centered impact for Morales Consulting clients.
