Ron Churches
About Ron Churches
Ron Churches is a Test Manager at Benefitfocus, where he has worked since 2014, leading significant testing initiatives for major clients. He holds an MBA from Clemson University and has extensive experience in the insurance and technology sectors.
Work at Benefitfocus
Ron Churches has served as a Test Manager at Benefitfocus since 2014, contributing to the company's operations in Greenville, SC. In this role, he has led significant testing planning and consulting efforts, particularly for the State Health Plan of North Carolina and the University of Texas. His leadership in these projects facilitated the implementation of Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions, resulting in cost savings and the onboarding of over 700,000 lives onto Benefitfocus's platform.
Education and Expertise
Ron Churches holds an MBA in Management from Clemson University, which he completed from 2010 to 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Insurance/Risk Management from the University of South Carolina-Columbia between 1996 and 2000. Additionally, he achieved a High School Diploma from Broome High School, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. Ron is a Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) through the Wharton School of Business and has obtained a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification during his tenure at Xerox.
Background
Before joining Benefitfocus, Ron Churches gained extensive experience in various roles within the insurance and technology sectors. He worked at Xerox as an Account Operations Manager from 2007 to 2012. Prior to that, he was a Client Contact Associate at IBM from 2004 to 2006 and a Retirement Specialist at The Vanguard Group from 2000 to 2003. His diverse background has equipped him with a solid foundation in operations and client management.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ron Churches has collaborated with industry experts to implement complex systems and processes for launching SaaS platform solutions. He has managed and mentored QA resources located overseas, specifically in the Philippines and India, training them in software testing and consulting on intricate insurance industry concepts. His contributions have played a key role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of testing operations within his organizations.