Tim Tumbleson
About Tim Tumbleson
Tim Tumbleson serves as the Director of IT Applications at WPS Health Solutions, bringing extensive experience in IT management and application development. He has a proven track record of leading teams and implementing automation strategies across various industries, including insurance and healthcare.
Current Role at WPS Health Solutions
Tim Tumbleson serves as the Director of IT Applications at WPS Health Solutions, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees the development and management of IT applications, ensuring they align with organizational goals and meet regulatory requirements. His leadership focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing innovative technology solutions within the health insurance sector.
Previous Experience at CUNA Mutual Group
Tim Tumbleson worked at CUNA Mutual Group in various capacities from 2012 to 2020. He initially served as an IT Manager for Application Development for 11 months before advancing to Senior IT Manager, where he spent seven years. During his tenure, he built a culture of automation, successfully creating full CI/CD pipelines for 100 applications within nine months. He also managed a portfolio of 100 applications, consistently exceeding service level agreements and reducing maintenance costs.
Educational Background
Tim Tumbleson earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University, Long Beach, where he studied from 1986 to 1991. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in technology and management, contributing to his career in IT applications and development.
Experience in Technology and Marketing
Tim Tumbleson has extensive experience in applying technology to marketing challenges. He has worked in highly-regulated environments, including property and casualty insurance, life insurance, health insurance, financial planning, and Medicare. His focus has been on reducing time to market and improving data segmentation, which enhances marketing effectiveness.
Leadership and Team Development
Throughout his career, Tim Tumbleson has demonstrated strong leadership skills. He led a team through a significant transition from Waterfall to Scrum methodologies, resulting in a 22% improvement in team engagement scores. He has also documented and shared automation patterns that have accelerated adoption and standardization across organizations.