Lloyd Bell
About Lloyd Bell
Lloyd Bell is a Senior Manager of Technology Operations at Cvent, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in quality engineering and project management, having previously held leadership roles at Cvent and other organizations in the Portland, Oregon area.
Current Role at Cvent
Lloyd Bell currently holds the position of Senior Manager of Technology Operations at Cvent, a role he has occupied since 2019. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in the Portland, Oregon Area. In this capacity, he oversees various technology operations, ensuring efficient processes and effective project management.
Previous Experience at Cvent
Prior to his current role, Lloyd served as the Director of Quality Engineering at Cvent from 2012 to 2019. During his tenure, he focused on improving quality assurance processes and transitioning departments from manual testing to automation. His efforts included sourcing and hiring top-tier QA automation experts.
Education and Training Background
Lloyd Bell studied Aeronautics at Shield's Aviation Flight School in Florida from 1991 to 1993, achieving certification. He also attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for two years from 1989 to 1991, focusing on Aeronautical Science. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in technical and operational principles.
Leadership in Quality Assurance
Lloyd has been actively involved in the quality assurance community. He served as Vice President and Head of Operations for the Pacific Northwest Software Quality Conference from 2014 to 2020. He has also presented on Agile QA practices at various events, including the Pacific Northwest Software Quality Conference in 2014 and as a speaker for the Portland's Software Quality Assurance Users Group in 2015.
Project Management and Operational Efficiency
In his roles, Lloyd has managed approximately 110 different projects annually, particularly while leading the Microsoft connected experiences team at Experis. He developed training programs that enhanced employee retention and skill levels, contributing to operational efficiencies and cost savings for the organization.