ALEX STIVERS
Kyle,TX
Summary
Dynamic and positive Communications Specialist with a proven track record at Texas Health and Human Services, adept in stakeholder communication and project management. Skilled in media relations and resource management, demonstrating exceptional ability to develop and execute high-impact campaigns and events.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Specialist VI, Specialty Health
Texas Health and Human Services
Austin, TX
04.2021 - 02.2025
- Coordinated outreach to stakeholders through agency's distribution channels and external websites
- Managed projects for HHSC's Kidney Health Care program regarding policy, procedures and operations
- Oversaw administrative support as the HHS agency liaison to the Texas Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force
- Managed project design, development and execution of new HHS Chronic Kidney Disease resource webpage
Information Specialist IV
Texas Health and Human Services
Austin, TX
04.2018 - 04.2021
- Coordinated planning and execution of various communications and outreach projects linked to HHSC's Office of Primary and Specialty Health.
- Established a new file naming convention and developed new website content for program clients and contractors.
- Directed publication processes while ensuring quality control across document management.
Director of Business Development
Intelligent Lighting Design
Austin, TX
08.2016 - 02.2018
- Facilitated strategic partnerships and cultivated new business opportunities for specialized event rentals vendor serving international clients
- Designed and managed business projects encouraging collaboration with other event vendors
Director of Events, Venue Manager and Communications Manager
FBR Management
Austin, TX
10.2013 - 08.2016
- Managed sales, venue, and event coordination at hill country multi-purpose event center Graceland Oaks and downtown event venue Trinity Hall
Media Relations Coordinator
Texas Stars Hockey Club
Cedar Park, TX
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Managed media relations department and social media responsibilities on game days, facilitated player availability and interviews with media outlets.
Campaign Manager
Ben Bius for State Senate Campaign
Huntsville, TX
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Oversaw campaign operations for the Ben Bius for State Senate Campaign
- Managed campaign office of Information, Recruiting, and Fundraising directors while personally handling campaign communications, media relations and social media responsibilities
Multimedia News Reporter
KZTV Action 10 News & KRIS
Corpus Christi, TX
05.2006 - 03.2009
- Performed live on-air reports using effective communication skills, tailored to diverse population; able to present reports clearly to meet deadline-intensive, 24/7 newsroom environment
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Radio And Television - Broadcast Journalism
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05-2006
Skills
- Stakeholder Communication
- Content Publication Development
- Media Relations Expertise
- Campaign Development
- Group and Individual instruction
- Marketing Materials
- Resource Management
- Project Management
Awards And Acknowledgements
Commencement Speaker, HHSC Extraordinary Contributors Program, Fall Cohort 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Program Specialist VI, Specialty Health
Texas Health and Human Services
04.2021 - 02.2025
Information Specialist IV
Texas Health and Human Services
04.2018 - 04.2021
Director of Business Development
Intelligent Lighting Design
08.2016 - 02.2018
Director of Events, Venue Manager and Communications Manager
FBR Management
10.2013 - 08.2016
Media Relations Coordinator
Texas Stars Hockey Club
08.2012 - 08.2013
Campaign Manager
Ben Bius for State Senate Campaign
09.2011 - 06.2012
Multimedia News Reporter
KZTV Action 10 News & KRIS
05.2006 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Radio And Television - Broadcast Journalism
Sam Houston State University
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