Russ Youngquist

Russ Youngquist has extensive experience in IT and application management, with roles spanning over two decades. Notable positions include Web Application Delivery Director at Pearson North America, where Russ managed a team of Java Engineers, and IT Director for several companies, including Sprint/Nextel and Nextel Partners. Currently serving as an IT M&A Consultant at UnitedHealth Group, Russ leads Contact Center initiatives and M&A integration activities in the pharmaceutical sector. Previous work encompasses consulting and project leadership roles at CIGNA, UnitedHealth Group, and GE Fleet Services, with a consistent focus on contact center technologies and application delivery. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from the University of Wisconsin-Superior.