Stephen Tinney
About Stephen Tinney
Stephen Tinney serves as the Sr. Director of Private Credit Optimization & Control at Sallie Mae, where he has worked since 2009. He manages a team of 33 employees and engages with Senior Management to ensure compliance and risk management within the operations organization.
Work at Sallie Mae
Stephen Tinney has served as the Sr. Director of Private Credit Optimization & Control at Sallie Mae since 2009. In this role, he oversees private credit operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. His responsibilities include managing a team that provides first-line support functions for the operations organization. Tinney engages with senior management to communicate compliance activities and risks, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and aligned with regulatory requirements.
Experience at Navient
Since 2009, Stephen Tinney has held the position of Vice President – Operations First Line Compliance at Navient. In this capacity, he has been responsible for overseeing compliance activities within the operations sector. His role involves managing compliance risks and ensuring that operational practices adhere to regulatory standards. Tinney's extensive experience in compliance and operations has contributed to Navient's commitment to maintaining high standards in its operational processes.
Previous Role at Bank of America
Before joining Navient, Stephen Tinney worked at Bank of America as a VP, Senior Change Consultant from 2000 to 2009. In this role, he focused on managing change initiatives and ensuring that operational processes were optimized for efficiency and compliance. His experience at Bank of America provided him with a solid foundation in compliance and operational management, which he has applied in his subsequent roles.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Tinney earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Management from the University of Delaware. He studied there from 1996 to 2000. This educational background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective management and operational oversight in the financial services industry.
Team Management and Leadership
In his current role at Sallie Mae, Stephen Tinney manages a team of 33 employees. He is responsible for providing first-line support functions within the operations organization. His leadership involves engaging with team members to ensure that compliance activities are effectively communicated and understood, fostering a culture of compliance and operational excellence.