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RuthTurman

Ruth Turman, CP APMP Fellow (Class of 2012)

Senior Sales Operations Manager
Optum Serve (United Health Group)




Bio

Ruth is a Senior Sales Operations Manager at Optum Serve. She manages executive reporting of growth activities, oversees growth pipeline governance for three business units, administers the engagement of external proposals and other growth consultants, and contributes technology solutions in support of sales operations, governance, and proposal management functions.

Prior to joining Optum Serve, Ruth was a Senior Proposal Developer for Companion Data Services, LLC (CDS) for 18 years. In that capacity, she managed bids ranging from $1.5M to $1.5B, delivering winning proposals to U.S. Government agencies and state and local governments. Ruth was instrumental in introducing APMP best practices and certifications to CDS and its parent organization, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina.

Ruth has previously served on the APMP Board of Directors, as a chapter officer for the Florida Sunshine Chapter, served as a Bid & Proposal Con volunteer, contributed to several APMP committees, and continues to serve as a jurist for APMP's 40 under 40 recognition program.

Ruth is a world traveler, amateur photographer, and writer of children's fiction.

What does being an APMP Fellow mean to you?

Being an APMP Fellow is so much more than a recognition; it is a calling to continue to contribute to the profession that has provided us with such a rich, generous, and rewarding community of professionals.

What's your best memory from attending an APMP event?

There are so many, but a common thread is meeting and networking with other bid and proposal professionals who understand who we are, what we do, and that speak our language.

What advice do you have for a proposal professional entering our field?

Take advantage of APMP's opportunities to engage, network, learn, become accredited, mentor, serve and lead.

 

APMP has provided an incredible platform for seasoned individuals from the Proposal and Bid Management profession and young professionals who want to start their careers in this field.
Mayura
Mayura Ravishankar, Proposal Associate
Being an active APMP certified practitioner allowed me to recognize my hidden potential multifold (40u40, BPC Awards, BPC Speaker) and give back to the profession through the APMP community.
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Karthik Koutharapu, CP APMP
The Executive Summaries Micro-Certification exam was easy to follow and clear in what was required. I found the learning materials to be very informative, and they will be a great tool to use while in the exam and for future executive summary tasks.
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Sarah Chapman, CP ES-M APMP
APMP has been instrumental in my success and has given me a framework in which to coach and mentor the bid and proposal stars of the future.
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Ceri Mescall, CPP APMP
APMP is an organization full of hardworking, enthusiastic professionals who are dedicated to promoting their industry and practicing their craft.
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Heather Finch, CF APMP
Achieving certification sends a message to the world that I’m dedicated and accomplished as a proposal manager. I feel proud of earning this title and I encourage others to join our ranks.
Jessica Davis
Jessica Davis, CF APMP
I love that my high scores in English and grammar from grade school finally paid off! I understand where I fit in professionally with a career that is rewarding on many levels. I owe all of this to APMP!
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Bette Sturino, CP APMP
This was my first APMP event, and I was wholly impressed. The energy in the room reignited my passion for this industry, and I can't wait to get back to my team to implement what I have learned.
Brittany Guzman
Brittany Guzman, CF APMP
For the first time since I started my career, I felt like I was not alone in my struggles to meet deadlines, wrangle SMEs, and answer impossible questions. I’m grateful to have this community to share our wisdom and experiences.
AnthonyRossi
Anthony Rossi, CF APMP
The certifications, starting from the foundation to the professional level, help individuals from diverse timeframes in their careers.
Mayura
Mayura Ravishankar, Proposal Associate