About Us

We Are
Link Foundation.

At Link Foundation, we empower the Latino community through access to technology and digital education. We address the digital divide by offering resources, tools, and programs that foster personal and professional growth. Through strategic partnerships, we develop initiatives that provide essential tech skills and connect our community with mentorship and development opportunities. We believe in the power of collaboration to build a digitally empowered and equitable future for all.

OUR TEAM

Meet Our Executive
Board Members.

Luis Matta

Chairperson

Luis, a native of Colombia, brings his expertise in Mass Media Communications and deep understanding of the international community to the City of Charlotte's Community Relations Department. Before joining the CRC 17 years ago, he served as Executive and City Editor for several Spanish-language newspapers. He holds an MBA and a B.A. in Mass Media Communications and Journalism. Luis is also a proud father of two bilingual and bicultural children.

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Isabella Garcia

Vice Chair

Isabella is a finance graduate from Wingate University and has spent over a decade in the U.S., where she has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to both professional excellence and community service. She previously served as secretary of ALPFA and co-director of operations for the Hispanic League.

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Nathan Dalton

Treasurer

Nathan is a graduate of Tulane University with a BSM in finance and a BFA in music composition. He spent 15 years in New Orleans bartending and opening/managing well-renowned craft cocktail bars with a heavy focus on Latin American cocktails. This was the beginning of his love affair with Ethereum, helping start a small handful of DAOs. He enjoys playing piano and writing songs.

Pedro Cordido

Corporate Secretary

Driven by a self-taught mastery of emerging technologies, Pedro brings expertise in Corporate PR, Strategic Planning, Marketing, and Media Guidance. With a BA in Spanish Language and Literature and an MBA in International Trade, he co-founded agalma.us focusing on Digital Marketing, NFTs, Blockchain, and Smart Contracts.

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Robert Spies

Technology & Innovation

Robert Spies is a Software Engineering Manager at Google, based in Mountain View, CA. He resides in San Francisco and holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Washington. With over 15 years of experience in the tech industry, he has worked both as a Software Engineer and in engineering leadership roles.

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LEADERSHIP

Meet Our Co-Directors.

Driving strategy and operations across Link Foundation

Co-Executive Director

Alejandra Daza

Co-ED

A psychology professional with over 15 years of experience, Alejandra has led impactful projects in Colombia's public and private sectors, focusing on ecosystem protection, project management, and community engagement. With a Master's in Rural Development, she co-founded Agalma Us LLC, a Charlotte-based marketing agency. She has spent 7 years in the U.S. leading tech projects in digital marketing, including NFT and Blockchain.

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Co-Executive Director

William Suarez

Co-ED

Colombian entrepreneur with 17 years in the U.S., William is a leader in digital transformation, specializing in streamlining operations and expanding markets for Latin companies. Founder of Simplicity Agency, he focuses on Latin business growth and serves as a business coach, enhancing managerial skills and strategies for Latino entrepreneurs. His vision integrates technology and innovation to drive social impact within the Latino business community.

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