For the fifth year in a row, Gregory E. Deavens, president and CEO of Independence Blue Cross (IBX), and Lorina Marshall-Blake, vice president of Community Affairs at IBX and president of the Independence Blue Cross Foundation, have earned a spot on the Philadelphia Business Journal’s prestigious Power 100 list. The annual list highlights the most influential figures shaping the future of the Philadelphia region.
The Power 100 recognizes leaders across industries who are driving growth, innovation, and progress in the region. Compiled by the Philadelphia Business Journal’s editorial team, the list celebrates individuals whose vision and leadership are creating opportunities and leaving a lasting impact in their industry.
Deavens’ writeup highlights how he has driven IBX’s work to make health care accessible, affordable, and equitable. it also mentions how Deavens, who has led IBX as CEO since 2021, will continue to focus on supporting local businesses and projects through a family office when he retires at the end of the year.
The profile about Marshall-Blake highlights the Foundation’s recent achievements in addressing health disparities in the region.
Under the longtime leadership of Marshall-Blake, the Independence Blue Cross Foundation has made significant strides in addressing health disparities across Greater Philadelphia. The Foundation estimates that 25 percent of the uninsured population in southeastern Pennsylvania receive care at a health center it supports. Since its inception, the Foundation has contributed more than $85 million in support of health care-related programs and initiatives.
The Power 100 list was published on February 28, 2025. It is presented in alphabetical order and does not rank its honorees. Both Deavens and Marshall-Blake have been recognized in the list every year since 2021 with appearances in the 2021 Power 100 list, the 2022 Power 100 list, the 2023 Power 101 list, and the 2024 Power 100 list.
The full Power 100 list can be viewed here.
