Tommy Vacek
About Tommy Vacek
Tommy Vacek is the Chief Technology Officer at Bloomerang, with a background in engineering and technology leadership across several companies. He has previously held positions at Flywheel, ACI Worldwide, and Opendorse, where he focused on modernizing infrastructure and developing impactful teams.
Current Role at Bloomerang
Tommy Vacek serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Bloomerang, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the technology strategy and infrastructure of the organization. His focus includes driving innovation and ensuring that the technology aligns with the company's mission to support non-profits in their fundraising efforts.
Previous Experience in Technology Leadership
Prior to his current role, Tommy Vacek held several significant positions in technology leadership. He worked at Opendorse as Chief Technology Officer from 2021 to 2022, where he led the development of a consumer-facing NIL marketplace. He also served as Vice President of Engineering at WP Engine from 2020 to 2021 and as VP of Engineering at Flywheel from 2019 to 2021. His experience includes building teams and modernizing infrastructure to drive impact.
Educational Background in Management Information Systems
Tommy Vacek earned a Master of Science in Management Information Systems (MIS) from Bellevue University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2013. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in MIS from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in technology and engineering.
Professional Journey and Impact
Tommy Vacek's professional journey includes various roles at ACI Worldwide, where he progressed from Manager of Systems Engineering to Senior Manager and Director of Systems Engineering between 2015 and 2017. His leadership has been characterized by a focus on creating a culture that drives impact and modernizes technology infrastructure within the teams he has built.
Personal Life and Interests
Tommy Vacek resides in Omaha, Nebraska, with his family. He has been married for 14 years and has four children. In addition to his professional commitments, he enjoys following influential leaders in the business and technology sectors, including Ben Horowitz, Craig Groeschel, Reed Hastings, and Jocko Willink.