Alexander is an Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Warwick Business School. He holds a DPhil in Finance from the University of Oxford. He also holds an MPhil in Finance and a Master of Finance from the University of Cambridge and a BSc in International Business from Maastricht University. Prior to commencing his undergraduate studies, he completed a two-year apprenticeship to become a Banking Professional at Deutsche Bank in Hamburg, Germany.

Alexander's research interests are in entrepreneurial finance, asset management, and private markets.

Alexander is currently on Leave of Absence and a Visiting Assistant Professor at Kelley School of Business, Indiana University.