Stevie Fitzgerald
Chief Legal Officer
- Role
- Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel at SXSW
- Location
- Austin, TX, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Stevie Fitzgerald
Strategic Legal Operations Leader & Digital Transformation AdvocateAccomplished legal executive with 10+ years driving operational excellence and strategic growth at the intersection of entertainment, technology, and intellectual property. Currently serving as Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel at SXSW, where I leverage data-driven insights and process automation to optimize organizational performance and ensure regulatory compliance in rapidly evolving digital landscapes.Core Expertise:• Legal Operations & Compliance: Streamlining legal processes through technology integration and predictive analytics• Strategic Partnerships & Business Development: Negotiating complex global partnerships and market expansion initiatives• Intellectual Property Management: Developing IP portfolio strategies and prosecution frameworks including guidance with AI• Digital Rights & Licensing: Navigating emerging technologies, content licensing, and platform governance• Cross-Functional Leadership: Leading HR, Event Operations, and Administrative teams with focus on scalability and efficiency• Risk Management & Crisis Response: Implementing proactive risk assessment protocols and crisis management systemsKey Achievements:• Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives across legal and administrative functions• Successfully negotiated strategic partnerships enabling global market expansion• Developed comprehensive IP management systems supporting content creators and digital platforms• Led cross-departmental optimization projects resulting in enhanced operational efficiency• Managed complex commercial disputes and litigation with focus on innovative resolution strategiesIndustry Focus: Entertainment Law | Publishing & Content Creation | Event Management | Technology Licensing | Creative IndustriesApproach: Combining traditional legal expertise with modern technology solutions to drive business growth, protect intellectual assets, and navigate the evolving landscape of digital content and live events.Open to connecting with fellow legal professionals, business leaders, and innovators in the entertainment and technology sectors.
Experience
Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel
Feb 2025 — Present · Austin, TX, US
Education
St.Edward's University
B.A., English Literature
2006 — 2009
William & Mary Law School
J.D. (Juris Doctor), Law
2010 — 2013
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