Theresa Runkle
About Theresa Runkle
Theresa Runkle serves as the Senior Contracts Manager at RingCentral, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in contract management, having held various roles at companies such as Lockheed Martin and SRI International.
Work at RingCentral
Theresa Runkle currently serves as Senior Contracts Manager at RingCentral, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing contract management processes and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Prior to her current position, she worked at RingCentral as Contracts Manager for the Public Sector from 2019 to 2021. Her experience at RingCentral highlights her expertise in managing contracts within a technology-focused environment.
Previous Experience in Contract Management
Theresa Runkle has extensive experience in contract management across various organizations. She worked at Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company in multiple roles, including Contracts Administrator from 2006 to 2007, Contracts Negotiator from 2007 to 2011, and Senior Contracts Negotiator from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, she held positions at SRI International, serving as Contracts Manager from 2012 to 2015 and Division Manager of Contracts from 2015 to 2018. Her background includes significant experience in high-value domestic proposals and negotiations.
Education and Expertise
Theresa Runkle earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from The University of Montana - College of Business. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in contract management. She specializes in legal drafting and research, and she has experience acting as a liaison with attorneys. Her expertise extends to contractual planning, implementation, and maintaining client and partner relations.
Career Progression
Theresa Runkle's career progression reflects a strong commitment to contract management. She began her career at Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company as a Multi-function Financial Analyst from 2000 to 2005. She then transitioned to contract-specific roles, gaining experience in various capacities. At SRI International, she also briefly served as Acting Division Manager of Contracts in 2015. Her diverse roles have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of contract negotiation and management.