Steve Alcorn

Steve Alcorn (born 1956) is an American entrepreneur, engineer, inventor, author and educator recognized for his contributions in the theme park industry and his work as a writing instructor.^[1][2]

Steve Alcorn
Born	1956 United States
Nationality	American
Education	University of California, Los Angeles (B.S.)
Occupation	Electronic engineer
Employer	Alcorn McBride (1986–2024)
Known for	Theme Park Engineering and Author
Notable work	EPCOT attractions, How to Fix Your Novel
Spouse	Linda McBride Alcorn
Awards	SCN Hall of Fame

Early life and education

Alcorn graduated from the Harvard School for Boys (now Harvard-Westlake School) in 1973 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from UCLA in 1977. He was a Hughes Aircraft Company master's fellow from 1977 through 1979.^[3]

Career

In 1982, Alcorn joined Walt Disney Imagineering (then known as WED Enterprises) as a consultant, where he worked on electronic systems for Epcot Center. In 1986, he founded Alcorn McBride Inc., a company specializing in audio, video, and show control equipment for the themed entertainment industry. Under his leadership, the company's products are utilized in major theme parks worldwide.^[4][5][6]

Writing and teaching

Beyond his engineering endeavors, Alcorn is an accomplished author with works spanning fiction and non-fiction. His books include "Building a Better Mouse," co-authored with David Green, which details the creation of Epcot's electronic systems, and "Theme Park Design: Behind the Scenes with an Engineer." He has also written novels such as "A Matter of Justice" and "Everything In Its Path.^[7][8][9]

Personal life

Alcorn is the husband of ex-Disney Imagineer Linda McBride Alcorn. He balances his technical and creative pursuits, reflecting his passion for both engineering and storytelling. He continues to dedicate time to writing and teaching.^[10][11]

Publications

• Alcorn, Steve (2003). Everything In Its Path. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1-4382-2494-7.
• Alcorn, Steve (2003). A Matter of Justice. Mundania Press. ISBN 978-1-59426-003-2.
• Stevens, Sharon (2008). Ring of Diamonds. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1-4382-2551-7.
• Alcorn, Steve (2007). Travel Kid. ISBN 978-0-9729777-4-6.
• Alcorn, Steve; Green, David (2007). Building a Better Mouse: The Story of the Electronic Imagineers Who Designed EPCOT. Theme Perks Incorporated. ISBN 978-0-9729777-5-3.
• Alcorn, Steve (2010). Theme Park Design: Behind the Scenes with an Engineer. Theme Perks Incorporated. ISBN 978-1-4563-0972-5.
• Alcorn, Steve (2012). How to Fix Your Novel. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1-4701-0261-6.
• Alcorn, Steve (2013). Adapting Novel to Screenplay: Everything In Its Path. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1484010228.
• Alcorn, Steve (2014). Orlando ABC. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1499218664.
• Alcorn, Steve; Alcorn, Linda (2016). Molly Builds a Theme Park. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1533588227.
• Alcorn, Steve (2016). Write Your Life Story: Brainstorm, Write and Publish Your Autobiography. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. ISBN 978-1537061955.