Alex Slagg

Technical Content Specialist
A middle-aged man with short gray hair and a beard, wearing a checked shirt and dark blazer, smiling at the camera against a plain light background.

Before joining Orbit, I spent years working in the B2B tech industry as a specialist writer and editor. I’ve written extensively about AI, cybersecurity and educational technology. My writing approach is rooted in a simple philosophy: rigorous editing, journalistic storytelling and always putting the client first.

I have a Master of Arts in Teaching, which still influences my work today: the best marketing content doesn’t just sell; it educates and guides the customer. Throughout my career, I’ve helped brands transform dense technical jargon into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with real people.

My favorite writing tool is NotebookLLM: the juice is definitely worth the squeeze. When I’m writing, I listen to my own curated lists of Jazz, Classical and EDM. Outside the office: I’m spending time with my family, attending Chicago Stars FC games or relaxing at a local Chicago craft brewery. My nominee for co-worker of the year is my black lab, Evie, who excels at providing moral support during intense writing sprints. 

Fave Places

  • San Francisco
  • Pickwick Movie Theater in Park Ridge
  • Naples, Florida
  • Macushla Brewing Company in Glenview
  • London

Interests

  • Women’s soccer (my oldest daughter plays D3 college soccer)
  • Collecting vinyl
  • Creative writing
  • Cooking
  • Gardening

Interested in becoming an Orbiteer?

You’re strategic, creative, collaborative and fun. You play well with others and enjoy challenging projects. You’re transparent and appreciate processes. Above all, you love to make clients happy.