Technical Group Manager at Herrera Environmental Consultants
Greater Seattle Area
- Current
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- Technical Communications Manager at Herrera Environmental Consultants, Inc.
- Managing Editor at The Louverture Project (Sole Proprietorship)
- Past
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- Office Manager at LYV Enterprises, Inc. (Sole Proprietorship)
- Performer at Universal Orlando
- General Manager at Impact Entertainment Group (Sole Proprietorship)
- Director of Corporate Entertainment at SAK Theatre Company
- Performer, Writer, Director at Walt Disney World
- Education
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- East Carolina University
- Connections
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- Industry
- Information Technology and Services
- Websites
Stuart Maxwell’s Summary
A tech-savvy manager with a rich creative background, a pragmatic generalist and a natural consensus builder. Focus is on introducing web-based technology solutions to improve communication and collaboration.
Stuart Maxwell’s Specialties:
Podcast production, blog content and theme creation, HTML, CSS, PHP, WordPress, Clearspace, creative writing, live event planning and organizing.
Stuart Maxwell’s Experience
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Technical Communications Manager
Herrera Environmental Consultants, Inc.
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Environmental Services industry)
March 2005 — Present (3 years 7 months)
In addition to managing the IT department, I supervise 4 groups of technical communicators, including GIS specialists, editors, word processors, and graphic artists. I project manage the development of internal and external websites and content management systems and Identify processes and systems that could be made more efficient through the use of technology. I then research, design, and implement those technical solutions.
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Managing Editor
The Louverture Project (Sole Proprietorship)
(Sole Proprietorship; Myself Only; Writing and Editing industry)
December 2003 — Present (4 years 10 months)
The Louverture Project collects and promotes knowledge, analysis, and understanding of the Haitian revolution of 1791–1804. Based on the example of the Wikipedia, the site can be thought of as an open-source history project. My role is to develop and oversee the online content, and to manage and promote the website.
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Office Manager
LYV Enterprises, Inc. (Sole Proprietorship)
(Sole Proprietorship; 11-50 employees; Professional Training & Coaching industry)
May 2001 — January 2003 (1 year 9 months)
Managed an office of six and a rotating teaching and support staff of 20-25. I was responsible for the smooth functioning of the office as well as course material production, sales, and student support services. Also served on the executive board, participating in regular meetings to develop a strategic plan for the growth of the organization.
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Performer
Universal Orlando
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Entertainment industry)
May 1991 — January 2001 (9 years 9 months)
Full-time and seasonal actor in a number of principal stage roles for this world-class tourist destination. Provided consulting services to casting directors and entertainment department heads. Developed and delivered improv and team building workshops for employees. Conducted improv auditions for the Universal Orlando theme parks.
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General Manager
Impact Entertainment Group (Sole Proprietorship)
(Sole Proprietorship; Myself Only; Entertainment industry)
November 1999 — September 2000 (11 months)
Founded the company to provide customized corporate entertainment and education experiences. Provided casting and consulting services for local and out-of-area event planners. Managed all aspects of a small business, including budgeting, sales, development, and production.
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Director of Corporate Entertainment
SAK Theatre Company
(Partnership; 11-50 employees; Entertainment industry)
March 1997 — September 1999 (2 years 7 months)
Based in Orlando, this company operates a successful improv theatre and a profitable corporate entertainment division. I managed the latter through a difficult transition period and produced profit for the company by generating satisfied clients and repeat business while working within a limited budget. I also served on SAK's executive board, which was responsible for the company's strategic planning as well as artistic and operational oversight.
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Performer, Writer, Director
Walt Disney World
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Entertainment industry)
September 1994 — April 1999 (4 years 8 months)
Full-time actor in several Equity principal stage roles for this world-class entertainment company. Supervised other actors, led improv workshops, developed original comedic theatrical material. Developed and delivered improv and team building workshops for company members and for visiting performing groups. Wrote and directed a corporate entertainment production.
Stuart Maxwell’s Education
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East Carolina University
BFA, Theatre, 1985 — 1989
- Activities and Societies:
- ECU Jazz and Show Choir, ECU Summer Playhouse, multiple theatre productions, host at campus radio station
Additional Information
Stuart Maxwell’s Websites:
Stuart Maxwell’s Interests:
Online communities, new media, technology, arts, marketing
Stuart Maxwell’s Groups:
Actors Equity Association
Stuart Maxwell’s Honors:
Most Inspirational, SAK Theatre Company
Best Production, Orlando Fringe Festival (writer/director)
Stuart Maxwell’s Contact Settings
Interested In:
- consulting offers
- new ventures
- job inquiries
- expertise requests
- reference requests
- getting back in touch
