Tim Norris
About Tim Norris
Tim Norris serves as the Assistant Vice President and Director of Distribution Operations at Transamerica Fund Services, where he has worked since 2007. He holds a BA in Marketing Management from Missouri State University and an MBA from Baker University, and has extensive experience in operations and compliance within the financial services industry.
Work at Transamerica
Tim Norris has served as the Assistant Vice President and Director of Distribution Operations at Transamerica Fund Services since 2007. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing distribution operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards. His tenure at Transamerica has included significant contributions to operational transitions and team management, particularly during the relocation of operations to Denver. Norris has played a key role in building a new team and maintaining operational standards throughout the transition.
Education and Expertise
Tim Norris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing Management from Missouri State University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Baker University. His academic background has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective management and strategic decision-making in the financial services industry.
Background
Before joining Transamerica, Tim Norris worked at DST Systems in various managerial roles. He served as Group Manager for the Universal Dealer Department from 2006 to 2007 and as Group Manager for Dealer Services from 1994 to 2002. His experience at DST Systems provided him with a strong foundation in operational management and team leadership, which he later applied at Transamerica.
Achievements
During his career, Tim Norris has successfully managed the transition of operations to Denver, where he built a new team and hired 18-20 new employees. He utilized DST for training new employees and facilitated training sessions in both Denver and Florida. In 2016, he collaborated with NSCC for compliance and worked with State Street to ensure accurate system pricing during the rollout of 33 separate funds. His efforts in identifying and monitoring potential market timing have contributed to mitigating excess fund debt.