Cindy Whiteman

About Cindy Whiteman

When I was 11 years old, I ran away and joined the circus — a dream that sparked a unique and diverse career path. From Artist/Acrobat performing worldwide with Cirque du Soleil to roles as Company Manager, Senior Advisor in Artist Management, and Salesforce Project Manager, I’ve continuously stretched myself to grow and adapt across creative and operational domains.Today, I’m an experienced operations and people leader passionate about cultivating inclusive, high-performing cultures in dynamic live entertainment and tech-driven environments. I excel at balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution, partnering with senior leadership to drive operational excellence, talent management, and transformative projects.Known for cross-cultural collaboration, data-driven decision making, and fostering environments where creativity and productivity thrive, I bring a unique blend of creative insight and business acumen to empower teams and deliver outstanding results. Integrity, empathy, and adaptability are at the core of my leadership approach, and I believe there is something to learn from everyone and every situation.I am energized by challenges, committed to getting the job done — and having fun along the way.

Experience

1. Company Manager

   Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group

   Nov 2023 — Present · Las Vegas, NV, US

   Lead daily operations and administration for a multimillion-dollar live production, overseeing scheduling, finance, staffing, and partner coordination.• Manage direct reports across technical, stage, and admin functions, supporting performance delivery, employee engagement, and operational excellence.• Collaborate with senior leadership and external partners to drive budget planning, capital project execution, and policy implementation.• Serve as the on-site liaison for employee relations, talent support, and organizational communication, ensuring alignment with HR, Artist Management, and international HQ.• Coordinate cross-functional response and communication during high-pressure situations including emergencies and show interruptions.• Produce operational reports, financial summaries, and partner briefings while maintaining a culture of transparency, safety, and inclusion.