Meet the Team

Our Team of Benefits Administration Experts is Ready to Make Your Lives Easier

At TPA Stream, our team of benefits administration experts has a wealth of experience using technology to make healthcare easier for TPAs. Our co-founders, Jacob Sheridan, Eric Sukalac, and Steve Furhy, came together in 2014 to streamline Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) for employees. In the years since, we’ve expanded our platform’s capabilities to support TPAs for both CDH and COBRA administration, health plans, and more. Read more of our story here.

We help TPAs transform their businesses and tackle their toughest challenges. Supporting over 200 carriers, we are also HIPAA-compliant, so you can rest assured knowing that your data is secure. Trust us for Claims Harvesting, Consolidated Invoicing, Communications, sFTP and Managed Cloud Storage, API Development, and our Software Development Kit.

Our benefits administration experts are ready to help you with whatever you may need and our technology can help you integrate your systems, transform data, and unlock more revenue. Do you want to learn more? Book a demo with us today.

Meet Our Team

The professionals at TPA Stream are well-versed in benefits administration, software development, and helping customers streamline their processes and enhance operational efficiency. Learn more about our team members here.

Jacob Sheridan

CEO and Co-founder

Jacob has over a decade of experience building, selling and managing entrepreneurial businesses and software. Focusing most of his time in healthcare, Jacob has developed a keen understanding how technology can make healthcare easier for individuals, employers, brokers and third party administrators. He graduated from Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida with a focus on International Business.

Eric Sukalac

COO and Co-founder

Eric has over 14 years of experience building software and maintaining hardware in highly regulated industries, with over 4 years of experience working for a hospital system. Eric graduated from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio with a focus on Computer Engineering.

Steve Fuhry

CTO and Co-founder

Steve has over 12 years of experience building complex software systems to solve business problems. No stranger to the healthcare space, he has a background building applications to solve staff scheduling problems in post-acute organizations to help manage labor and reduce unnecessary cost. Steve graduated from John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio with a focus on Philosophy.

Blair Arbuckle

Senior Director of Customer Success

Blair leads customer success at TPA Stream, where he oversees onboarding, implementation, support, and works closely with the product development team on client-desired enhancements. He has over 12 years of experience as a healthcare sales and account management professional.

Gerardo Chavez

Director of Solutions

Gerardo has been in the insurance technology market for over a decade. He has specialized in leading teams through the implementation of various SaaS solutions and integration projects in both the vendor and insurance broker space.

Mike Haake

Data Integration Specialist

Mike is dedicated to helping customers succeed by resolving their immediate issues and providing them with the tools and knowledge they need to prevent future problems. Mike has 14 years of Technical Support experience in Software Troubleshooting, API Management, SQL, and Customer Relations. Mike graduated from Akron University with a Bachelors in Computer Science.

William Keenze

Junior Software Developer

William Keenze is a Marine Corps veteran and brings 15 years of experience in operations to TPA Stream. He has honed his skills in managing complex projects and leading teams to success. In 2022, William transitioned to web development. Outside of his professional life, William is passionate about sports and video games. He enjoys staying active and finds joy in both playing and watching various sports. Video games provide him with a creative outlet and a way to unwind. Above all, William cherishes spending time with his kids, engaging in fun activities and creating lasting memories together.

Bill Kotinsley

Director of Technical Operations

Bill is a seasoned software professional with over 15 years of experience specializing in system integrations. He enjoys helping customers leverage software systems to streamline their daily tasks and enhance efficiency. Bill has made significant contributions at TPA Stream across Sales, Product, Customer Success, and Integration Development. A 2006 graduate of Mount Union College with a degree that aligns perfectly with his passion for software, Bill remains dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation in the tech industry. Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with family and friends.

Anastasiia Latyshenko

Accounting Associate

Anastasiia has over 8 years of accounting experience, focusing her last few years in international accounting. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the Donetsk National Technical University.

Amanda Metes

Senior Director of Marketing & Product Experience

Amanda brings B2B SaaS marketing experience across a variety of industries. She holds a bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Michigan State University and a Product Development certificate from Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management.

Kim Mitchell

Customer Success Associate

Kim has over 5 years of experience in Human Resources and Administration in the healthcare industry. With over 10 years of experience assisting in production management, Kim is able to apply her skills to her role as Customer Success Associate. Kim received her Associates Degree in Legal Assisting and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Toledo.

Jason Rojas

Director of Software Development

Jason oversees software development at TPA Stream, leading a talented team in building robust and scalable software solutions. With a background in backend systems, cloud architecture, and DevOps, he is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality products that support business growth and operational efficiency. Jason joined TPA Stream in early 2019 and has been instrumental in refining development processes and implementing new technologies to enhance system performance and reliability. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Hoover High School and advanced his technical expertise through the Tech Elevator program.

Ben Streeter

Junior Data Engineer

Jake Stewart

Director of Architecture

Jake Stewart is a seasoned software professional with over a decade of experience. He joined TPA Stream in 2017. As a Principal Architect at TPA Stream, Jake leverages his extensive expertise to design and implement robust software solutions, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance across the platform. Jake holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Bowling Green State University.

Yeti

Assistant to the Regional Manager

Yeti has been with TPA Stream since 2018, dutifully guarding our login page. Though he doesn’t say much, we’ve surmised that he enjoys snow cones, snowball fights, and works remotely from the Himalayas.