Independence Blue Cross sponsors the Philadelphia Inquirer’s 55+Thrive Lifestyle Conference

55+ Thrive

Executives at the insurer join former Eagles Head Coach Dick Vermeil, soap opera star Genie Francis, and Inquirer journalists at the event

On Saturday, October 13, Independence Blue Cross proudly served as presenting sponsor of the Philadelphia Inquirer’s 55+Thrive Lifestyle Conference. Former NFL Head Coach Dick Vermeil joined soap opera star Genie Francis as well as leaders from Independence and Inquirer writers and editors at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown for a day of workshops,...
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Independence Blue Cross hosts third annual women’s conference to empower female associates

Independence associates enjoy the photo booth at the third annual Women of Independence Leadership Conference. Independence Blue Cross continued its commitment to educating and empowering associates at the company’s third annual Women of Independence Leadership Conference on Thursday, October 4, 2018. Nearly 200 associates attended the event, which was held at Independence’s headquarters in Philadelphia and titled Accelerate You: A.C.T....
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Main Line NAMI and Independence Blue Cross present Mental Health Resources Fair and 5k Walk

Lower Merion, PA – The Main Line affiliate of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and Independence Blue Cross invite the community to find help/find hope at its fall mental health information fair and 5k Walk. Main Line NAMI on the Move will take place on Saturday, October 13, beginning at 8:30am at Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church,...
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Independence Chief Human Resources Officer shares workplace insights in new edition of “Know Your Value”

New, expanded edition from Mika Brzezinski offers thoughts on confidence, communication, and passion

Jeanie Heffernan, Independence Blue Cross senior vice president and Chief Human Resources Officer, is one of several leaders sharing workplace insights in a new, expanded edition of Know Your Value: Women, Money, and Getting What You’re Worth....
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Independence CFO Gregory E. Deavens receives Leadership Excellence Award from the National Diversity Council

Gregory E. Deavens, executive vice president, chief financial officer, and treasurer at Independence Blue Cross, recently received the 2018 Leadership Excellence Award presented by the National Diversity Council. The National Diversity Council, which is a resource and advocate for the value of diversity and inclusion, recognized a select group of individuals from diverse fields who exhibit exceptional leadership qualities and who exceed the scope of what is expected in their organizations and communities....
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Independence earns fourth consecutive Energy Star recognition

We’re proud to announce that for the fourth consecutive year, Independence Blue Cross headquarters in Philadelphia has earned the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Energy Star rating for superior energy efficiency.  Energy Star-certified buildings are known to save energy, money, and help protect the environment by generating fewer greenhouse gas emissions than typical buildings, with no sacrifices in comfort or quality....
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Independence and Comcast share insight at annual MedCity CONVERGE executive summit

On July 11, Independence Blue Cross and Comcast headlined an afternoon session at the 2018 MedCity CONVERGE summit. The discussion titled “CONVERGEnce on Steroids: Why Comcast and Independence Blue Cross?” brought together Independence SVP and Chief Information Officer Michael Vennera and Comcast VP of Strategic Development Marc Siry to explore the recently announced collaboration between the two companies....
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Philadelphia Eagles and Independence Blue Cross announce new partnership

The region’s leading health insurer will serve as the presenting partner of Eagles Training Camp The Philadelphia Eagles have announced a new six-year partnership with Independence Blue Cross, the leading health insurance provider in southeastern Pennsylvania. Independence Blue Cross will now become the Official Health Insurance Partner of the Philadelphia Eagles and the presenting partner of Eagles Training Camp....
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Independence Blue Cross named title sponsor of 2018 Main Line Bike Race, Sunday, August 12

Main Line Bike Race
Ahead of hundreds of cyclists set to roll into town next month, Narberth Ambulance is proud to announce Independence Blue Cross as title sponsor of the 2018 Main Line Bike Race. The second annual cycling event, which benefits Narberth Ambulance, is set to hit the streets of Ardmore on Sunday, August 12 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m....
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Independence Health Group and Comcast Form Partnership Aimed at Creating New, Patient Care Technology and Communications Platform

Independence Health Group (Independence), parent of Independence Blue Cross, and Comcast today announced a partnership to launch a newly branded, patient-centered technology and communications platform that seeks to improve the overall efficiency and experience of the care delivery process between providers and patients. The goal of the new, Internet-based platform is to provide a patient with access to content and information related to their particular health care journey,...
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