Maxwell Styke
1189 S Dale St. Boise,ID
Summary
Accomplished Director of Events and Project Management with extensive experience exceeding 10 years in creative production environments, specializing in coordinating cross-functional teams to successfully execute high-quality events and projects across the U.S., adhering to time, budget, and scope constraints.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Build Production
Press Go Studios
Chicago, Illinois
01.2025 - Current
- Directed large-scale, multifaceted buildouts for activations and events for high-profile brands such as Nike, Jordan, WNBA, and Maker's Mark.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and collaboration.
- Implemented efficient workflows to optimize production timelines and quality standards.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
- Represented the organization at industry events, conferences, and public meetings.
Post-Business Sale
Personal Travel Accomplishments
12.2024 - 01.2026
- After the sale of my business, I chose to take a little time off and go after some personal long-term goals, challenging myself both mentally and physically along the way.
- Summited Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, Africa, 19,341'.
- Summited Cotopaxi, Andes, Ecuador, 19,347'.
- Climbed Aconcagua, Mendoza, Argentina, reaching over 21,000 feet.
- Managed all travel logistics and enhanced cross-communication skills along the way.
Managing Director and Founder
Brass Tacks Exhibits & Displays
Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN
09.2018 - 12.2024
- Led project execution for trade shows, activations, retail buildouts, and pop-up events, monitoring all phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to ensure on-time completion of deliverables while adhering to budget and quality standards.
- Collaborated with graphic designers and visual artists to create detailed mock-ups, renderings, videos, and visual presentations, enhancing marketing materials and client proposals.
- Managed scope and cost changes through effective change management processes, ensuring projects remained current and aligned with evolving requirements.
- Analyzed project schematics, blueprints, and specifications to perform detailed take-offs, ensuring accuracy in project planning and resource allocation.
Director of Projects
Nichols Display Group
Chicago, IL
12.2015 - 09.2018
- Spearheaded training initiatives to enhance employee performance, driving improved operational efficiency, and contributing to stronger bottom-line business results.
- Utilized ERP software to streamline inventory delivery processes, including developing a personalized platform for a Fortune 100 client, optimizing supply chain management, and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with staff to improve customer satisfaction, enhance operational procedures, and boost profitability through continuous process improvements, and strategic decision-making.
- Directed weekly event schedule meetings, setting clear timelines for milestones and completion dates, to ensure timely delivery of all project phases.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project requirements, developed new solutions, and consistently delivered on deadlines, while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Sourced and vetted vendors, negotiated contracts, and established strong relationships to secure favorable terms, and ensure reliable partnerships for ongoing business operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics with Emphasis on Business Management
University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Event and project management
- Multitasking wizard
- Problem solving
- Organizational
- Creative production
- Sales and marketing strategies
- Logistics management
- Vendor sourcing and negotiation
- Team leadership and motivation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Budget oversight
- ERP and CRM software proficiency
- Inventory control
- Strategic planning
- Customer service excellence
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Extreme attention to detail
- Relationship building
Affiliations
Outdoor activities
Hiking, both in summer and winter
Boxing and Muay Thai
Downhill skiing
Car enthusiast
Hiking, both in summer and winter
Boxing and Muay Thai
Downhill skiing
Car enthusiast
Timeline
Director of Build Production
Press Go Studios
01.2025 - Current
Post-Business Sale
Personal Travel Accomplishments
12.2024 - 01.2026
Managing Director and Founder
Brass Tacks Exhibits & Displays
09.2018 - 12.2024
Director of Projects
Nichols Display Group
12.2015 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Economics with Emphasis on Business Management
University of Wisconsin