Bill Blackburn
About Bill Blackburn
Bill Blackburn serves as the Director of Application Development at Sallie Mae, a position he has held since 2000. He has a background in application development, having previously worked at Eli Lilly, Ball Memorial Hospital, and USA Group.
Current Role at Sallie Mae
Bill Blackburn serves as the Director of Application Development at Sallie Mae. He has held this position since 2000, contributing to the company's technology initiatives for over 24 years. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of application systems that support the organization’s operations and services.
Previous Experience in Application Development
Before joining Sallie Mae, Bill Blackburn worked at USA Group as a Senior Systems Analyst in Application Development from 1992 to 2000. His role involved analyzing and developing systems to enhance the organization’s application capabilities. Prior to that, he served as a Programmer/Analyst at Ball Memorial Hospital from 1990 to 1992, where he focused on programming and system analysis.
Internship at Eli Lilly
In 1989, Bill Blackburn completed a four-month internship at Eli Lilly. This experience provided him with foundational skills in the pharmaceutical industry and exposure to application development in a corporate environment.
Education and Academic Background
Bill Blackburn studied at the University of Indianapolis, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management of Information Systems. His studies spanned from 1986 to 1990, equipping him with essential knowledge in information systems management.
Early Career at University of Indianapolis
During his time at the University of Indianapolis, Bill Blackburn worked as a Computer Lab Assistant from 1987 to 1990. In this role, he supported students and faculty in utilizing computer resources, gaining practical experience in technology support and management.