Tami Bowman, CPC^™, QPA^™, QKC, CPFA^®

With over 34 years of experience in the employee benefits field, Tami is a seasoned professional who specializes in 401(k) plans. In her role as Retirement Plan Services Director of Trust Company of Illinois, she leads the plan administration team, implements ERISA guidelines, and helps ensure operational excellence across all client engagements.

"I love doing work that helps to create a wonderful client experience," she says. Known for her meticulous attention to detail — a skill she began honing at age 14 while working in an ice cream parlor — Tami approaches every plan with precision and care.

Her commitment to service and compliance has made her a trusted and valued member of our Leadership Team.

Tami began her career as a trust accountant at HPL&S in Arlington Heights, IL, and later served as Director of Operations at RSM McGladrey Retirement Resources in Chicago. She holds a BS in Accounting from Bradley University and has earned several respected industry credentials, including Certified Pension Consultant (CPC™), Qualified Pension Administrator (QPA™) and Qualified 401(k) Consultant (QKC) designations from the American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries (ASPPA), as well as the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA^®) designation from the National Association of Plan Advisors.

Tami is passionate about helping plan sponsors fulfill their fiduciary responsibilities and guiding participants toward greater financial confidence. Whether working on-on-one or speaking to a roomful of employees, she brings clarity to each conversation.

Outside the office, Tami enjoys reading, playing volleyball, and golfing. She also loves traveling with her family and making memories together. Her community involvement includes six years of service on the board of Family Shelter Service and volunteer work at the DuPage County Courthouse and on their emergency hotline.

Connect with Tami and her team to explore how thoughtful retirement plan design, education and support can help you and your employees build a stronger financial future.