Tom W.

Experience

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  National Quality Systems

  Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer

  Jun 2023 - Mar 2026

  National Quality Systems provides advanced software solutions and staffing for trauma centers to improve operational effectiveness and patient outcomes.

  • Co-founded and led the development of a SaaS-based, AI-integrated trauma registry and finance platform for emergency healthcare services.
  • Oversaw the architectural design and recruitment of initial technical staff, establishing a strong engineering team.
  • Achieved critical compliance certifications including HIPAA, PCI, and SOC 2, enhancing data security and client trust.
  • Facilitated successful seed and Series A funding rounds, securing financial backing and enabling business growth.
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  Medical University of South Carolina

  Corporate Technology Leader & Chief Data Officer

  Jun 2021 - Dec 2025

  The Medical University of South Carolina is a public institution offering education for healthcare professionals, comprehensive health care, and biomedical research. The Academic Medical Center in South Carolina. 6 Colleges (Medical, Dental, Nursing, Pharmacy, Graduate, Health Professions) and 17+ Hospitals.

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  USAA

  Interim Executive - Office of the CFO Technology

  Jan 2021 - Jul 2021

  USAA provides insurance, banking, investment, and retirement solutions to members of the U.S. military and their families.

  • Led executive-level strategy development and operational planning within the Office of the CFO, focusing on large-scale technical initiatives.
  • Managed key technology projects including the General Ledger Modernization and CECL Data for Consumer Credit & Loans, which enhanced financial operations.
  • Operationalized analytics infrastructure, compliance and risk management frameworks to improve overall organizational efficiency.
  • Implemented automation solutions for critical executive programs, optimizing resource allocation and execution.
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  UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education

  Analytics Instructor and Course Developer

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2023

  UC Davis is a renowned university offering a broad spectrum of undergraduate and graduate programs, including continuing and professional education.

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  Kaiser Permanente

  Vice President, Corporate Technology & Analytics Shared Services

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2018

  Kaiser Permanente is a leading health care provider known for delivering affordable and comprehensive health care services across the United States.

  • Directed transformational programs in corporate technology and analytics, bolstering infrastructure to support strategic corporate functions.
  • Collaborated with diverse departments including compliance and community benefits to enhance technological support and data analysis.
  • Facilitated integration of corporate technology systems with organizational goals, driving improved decision-making and efficiency.

• Independant Consulting

  Executive Consultant

  Jan 2001 - Dec 2008

  Independant Consulting provides executive consulting and support for large-scale technology implementations within the healthcare sector.

• Firekey

  Chief Technology Officer

  Jan 1999 - Dec 2001

  Firekey delivered technology solutions prior to being acquired by multimedia healthcare provider Navimedix (now NantHealth).

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  Baltimore Washington Medical Center

  CIO and Director

  Jan 1994 - Dec 1999

  University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center offers a wide range of health care services as part of the University of Maryland Medical System.

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  United States Marine Corps

  Marine Corps Officer

  Jan 1982 - Dec 1986

  The United States Marine Corps serves as a rapid-deployment force for the U.S. Navy, operating on land, sea, and air in various capacities.