Alexander MengelFractional Executive · Creative Director · Social Entrepreneur

Assistant Manager, IMURSE Honolulu (2021-2024): Managed venue operations and immersive event experiences.

Site Operations Manager (2017-2019): Managed site operations for Madison House Presents at Electric Forest. Previously served as Campground Manager for TomorrowWorld (2013-2014).

Production Manager (2016-2018): Led production at New Mountain in Asheville, NC, coordinating venue operations and technical execution.

Safety Lead & EMT (2012-Present): Ongoing safety and medical leadership at Arise Event Services (and other event safety teams) bringing rapid response emergency management and crisis intervention to both small and large-scale events.

Audio Video Lighting & Stage Technician (2012-2017): Provided technical services for Life is Art Studios, Steward Sound, among other event production crews / IATSE stagehand.

Event Safety & Rapid Response: Specialized in comprehensive risk management and onsite crisis intervention, providing integrated medical, security, and safety operations for large-scale events and high-stress environments.

Disaster Logistics & Mutual Aid Tech: Developed custom software solutions (R8, R4) to coordinate rapid, wide-scale mutual aid and disaster logistics, actively deployed to support recovery efforts in my hometown following Hurricane Helene. The software has since been used to support disaster relief efforts in multiple states.

EMT & Logistics, SORT & SMAT 800 (2008-Present): Skilled volunteer providing medical assistance and resources for high-level disaster medical support and humanitarian relief during natural and man-made crises across the Southeast.

Instructor, Community Emergency Response Team (2010-Present): Educating community members in disaster preparedness, basic response skills, fire safety, and disaster medical operations.

Vice Chairman, R4 Reach Inc. 501(c)(3): Driving targeted aid and community-driven solutions for disaster relief. Helped coordinate a grassroots network connecting over 200 distribution points and facilitating 1,100+ supply deliveries in Western North Carolina using our custom disaster logistics platform (R4D2).

Vice Chairman, MAKERSHIP 501(c)(3): Helping lead a 5,000 sq ft state-of-the-art makerspace and educational facility in the Hudson Valley, NY. Dedicated to teaching technical skills, maritime education, and sustainable fabrication to tackle global climate and social challenges.

Former Co-Founder, Harmonia Sanctuary 501(c)(3): Co-founded and helped build a full-service harm reduction and compassionate peer support organization. Trained volunteers to provide safety and sanctuary for patrons navigating difficult experiences at large-scale music festivals and events.

Marketing Leadership & Creative Direction: Currently Marketing Director at Street Seats NYC (2024-Present). Previously served as New Media & Creative Director for Get Louder Productions and Louder than Digital (2018-2020), and as a Producer for collegiate marketing firms Stamats and The Whelan Group (2009-2011). Proven track record managing successful Google Paid Search, SEO, and Meta ad campaigns.

Video Production & Broadcasting: Operated video production company Mirrored Memories (2004-2012) and served as "Zoom Director" for the extreme sports TV show Playground Earth on Fox Sports Net and NBC (1999-2003). Deep expertise in Electronic News Gathering (ENG), documentaries, event videography, and commercials.

Immersive Media & Music Industry: Produced content for major brands including motion graphics, 360 VR, and new media using Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, and Unreal Engine. Extensive experience in the music industry assisting artists with tour production, content creation, publishing, licensing, and sync deals.

AI Innovation & SaaS Platforms: Invented and product-managed multiple SaaS solutions using advanced LLMs and Generative AI. Created MediaMinting (metadata, licensing, and attribution for creators), IdeaOpps (AI-powered business planning and venture studio), and R8/R4D2 (disaster logistics software that streamlined mutual aid relief efforts).

AI Ethics, Safety & Generative Art : Deeply focused on AI ethics and safety protocols while pushing the boundaries of creative technology. Extensive experience leveraging Generative AI for art creation, immersive media, and "vibe coding" to build intuitive, human-centered applications.

Software & Immersive Development: Extensive programming experience dating back to early Unreal Engine development. Built custom Learning Management Systems (LMS), military flight training simulations, and immersive educational video games for museums. Pioneered metaverse and immersive experiences with projects like PlayaVR.

Web Design & Business Automation: Deep background in technical systems and web design (WordPress, Joomla). Expert Airtable architect providing custom CRMs and end-to-end integrated solutions. Specialize in Business Process Management, AI Automations (Make, n8n), Agentic AI development, Computer Vision, and delivering custom AI-enhanced solutions for complex business needs.