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Tim Dunston

Captain · DISC type DS
Sr. Director Continuous Improvement at Microsoft
📍 Greater Seattle Area, United States

Tim Dunston is the Sr. Director of Continuous Improvement at Microsoft, where he leads cross-functional teams to drive sustainable growth. He specializes in blending AI with Lean systems to enhance strategic planning and operational excellence. His background includes a Master of Arts from Fuller Theological Seminary and people who have worked with him describe him as analytical, forward-thinking, and an excellent communicator.

Beyond his corporate role, Tim has a background in theology and storytelling, having authored articles on theological interpretation. During his time at Walla Walla University, he was a singer in a traveling gospel quartet called "the Messengers, " reflecting a long-standing interest in ministry and music.

He is a practitioner and coach of multiple continuous improvement systems, including FBS, DBS, and the Microsoft Continuous Improvement System.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Sr. Director Continuous Improvement
Job Level
Senior
Location
Greater Seattle Area, United States
Personality Overview

How Tim shows up

Output-Driven
Dynamic But Sincere
Decisive But Calm

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Priorities

Topics Tim cares about

Human-centric AI
His writings and professional focus explore how AI can be used to amplify humanity and create a more equitable future, rather than simply reducing costs or automating work.
Continuous Improvement
This is central to his role at Microsoft and his background at Fortive. He is a long-time practitioner and coach in Lean systems like FBS and DBS.
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Career

Work history

12-2024
Sr. Director Continuous Improvement
Microsoft
10-2024 - 12-2024
Director, Fortive Business System
Fortive
5-2022 - 10-2024
Head of Global Marketing
Fluke Health Solutions
10-2019 - 5-2022
Sr. Manager Business Transformation
Fortive
8-2018 - 10-2019
Sr. Digital Marketing Manager
Fortive
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Education
2007 - 2010
Master of Arts (MA)
Fuller Theological Seminary
1998 - 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Walla Walla University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

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