Meet Our Team

McAlister, known by his nickname "Ace," is the founder and executive director of Bridge H2OPE. Concurrently, he holds the position of director of community conservation at Potomac Conservancy, showcasing his commitment to community and clean water advocacy. Graduating with distinction from Trinity College with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and a minor in music production, McAlister's academic journey has equipped him with a profound understanding of the delicate balance between environmental stewardship, community leadership, and water conservation.

Born and raised in southern Ethiopia, McAlister's relocation to the United States at the age of 13 sparked a passion for community engagement and environmental awareness. Beyond his professional pursuits, he finds joy in sports, particularly soccer and running, as well as cherishing moments with family and friends. 

While at Trinity College McAlister founded H2OPE TC, a student club on campus recognized by the Student Government Association. This visionary project has grown to become one of the active chapters of Bridge H2OPE, underscoring McAlister's commitment to raising funds and awareness to bring clean drinking water to Ethiopian rural communities. 

Will is our dedicated Tech Supporter who currently works as a software engineer for Fairmarkit in Boston, Massachusetts. He graduated from Trinity College in 2021 with a major in Computer Science and a minor in English Literature. During his time at Trinity College (Home to H2OPE TC, Bridge H2OPE student chapter), Will was actively involved in extracurricular activities, running cross country and track & field, and serving as the president of the Computer Science Club in his senior year.

Outside of work, Will enjoys running, traveling, and playing bar trivia with his friends. His technical expertise and enthusiasm for problem-solving make him an invaluable asset to our team. Will’s commitment to using technology to support our mission is essential in helping us achieve our goals and make a positive impact in the communities we serve.

Theodora is from Bolingbrook, IL. She is a sophomore at Loyola University where she studies global studies and is on the pre-law track.

Albert graduated from The George Washington University, B.A. magna cum laude in History in 2012, and studied at Sorbonne Université and Université Paris Nanterre in 2011. At GW, Albert first became involved in hunger relief and community service through GW Circle K. He is a member of the National Eagle Scout Association, the Potomac Conservancy Volunteer Leadership Training program, and the Reading Partners tutoring program. He is currently based in Washington, D.C.

As our Development Director, Albert is excited to bring his fundraising and grant writing experience to Bridge H2OPE’s mission of creating access to safe and clean drinking water for rural Ethiopian communities. As Development Director, Albert is responsible for managing the Fundraising Team and developing funding strategies to actualize Bridge H2OPE’s vision and goals.