Chief HR Officer Jeanie Heffernan recognized with industry award

headshot of Jeanie Heffernan, Chief HR Officer at Independence
On May 6, Independence Health Group EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer Jeanie Heffernan was recognized as one of the winners of the 2019 CHRO of the Year Awards by HRO Today. Heffernan won in the “CEO Partnership” category for her work championing diversity and inclusion initiatives in the company. The CHRO of the Year Awards were presented at the HRO Today Awards Gala at the MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill,...
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Independence celebrates iconic Dad Vail rowing regatta

On May 10 and 11, the Dad Vail Regatta celebrated its 81st rowing competition with thousands of student-athletes from over 100 colleges and universities in the United States and Canada. Independence Blue Cross proudly returned as a presenting sponsor of this iconic Philadelphia tradition, which is also the largest collegiate regatta in North America. Speaking at the kick-off celebration on Friday,...
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Live Fearless at Philadelphia Zoo’s New WildWorks Ropes Course—presented by Independence Blue Cross

Ribbon Cutting ceremony for WildWorks rope course at Philadelphia Zoo
Independence CEO Dan Hilferty joins Philadelphia Zoo President Vik Dewan and Independence Visitor Center President & CEO Jim Cuorato for the opening of the Zoo’s new WildWorks zip line and ropes course. Philadelphia, PA – Guests at Philadelphia Zoo can now immerse themselves in an aerial adventure crossing bridges, balancing on ropes,...
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Indego announces expansion of its electric bike fleet, new stations

Indego E-bike photo by Darren Burton
Photo credit Darren Burton PHILADELPHIA – Indego bike share has announced an expansion of its electric bike pilot. Starting in late May, Indego will begin to roll out 400 more pedal-assist electric bikes, along with other program improvements, including new stations. “Adding more electric bikes to the fleet will help address several barriers and open the door for new cyclists who may not have considered using Indego before,” said Waffiyyah Murray,...
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Summer starts on May 10 at the Delaware River Waterfront

A group of yogis practice side angle post at Race Street Pier. Photo is taken facing the Delaware River with the Ben Franklin Bridge in the background
Photo Credit: Matt Stanley for The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation.

Concerts, cultural festivals, beer gardens, free yoga, art exhibitions and more create a summer of fun for residents and visitors alike along the Delaware River Waterfront

PHILADELPHIA — The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is excited to present Philadelphia’s most iconic summer attractions for another fun-filled season....
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Independence celebrates 12th consecutive National Walk @ Lunch Day

two Independence Blue Cross associate smile and wave to the camera as they walk the perimeter of Rittenhouse Square Park on National Walk at Lunch Day 2019
Hundreds of Independence Blue Cross associates joined members of the local workforce to celebrate the 12th consecutive National Walk @ Lunch Day on April 24.  Sponsored by Independence and the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, the annual National Walk @ Lunch Day demonstrates the importance and ease of fitting regular exercise into a busy schedule simply by taking a walk at lunch....
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Independence Blue Cross launches campaign highlighting the caring in all of us

New advertising campaign brings a positive, uplifting message to Philadelphia region updating brand positioning and addressing local consumer sentiment Philadelphia, PA — Independence Blue Cross (Independence) introduces a new advertising campaign, “Let’s Take Care of You Together,” that demonstrates Independence’s longstanding commitment to caring for people in the communities it serves. During a time when consumers face growing concern over health care reform,...
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Quil, the joint venture between Independence Health Group and Comcast, names Carina Edwards Chief Executive Officer

New digital health company expects to launch first pilot programs this year

Philadelphia, PA — Quil, the healthcare joint venture from Independence Health Group (Independence) and Comcast, today announced the appointment of Carina Edwards as CEO. Edwards will lead the new digital health company’s efforts to provide patients and their caregivers personalized content and information related to specific healthcare journeys....
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Independence’s Tony Taliaferro recognized with Influencers of Law award

from left to right: Salvatore J. Patti from PNC Wealth Management standing with Tony Taliaferro of Independence Blue Cross, who is holding his Influencers of Law award
Photo courtesy of Paul Coker Photography Lilton “Tony” Taliaferro, Independence Blue Cross vice president, deputy general counsel, assistant corporate secretary and general counsel for AmeriHealth New Jersey, was selected as an Influencers of Law winner in the category of In-House Counsel by the Philadelphia Media Network. Taliaferro was recognized for his professional accomplishments and community service at a celebration on March 26 at the Crystal Tea Room in Philadelphia....
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The Philadelphia Inquirer names Independence Blue Cross a Top Workplace for 2019

Independence associates celebrate the anniversary of our diversity and inclusion program with CEO Dan Hilferty at Independence LIVE.
Independence associates celebrate the anniversary of our diversity and inclusion program with CEO Dan Hilferty. Philadelphia, PA — The Philadelphia Inquirer has awarded Independence Blue Cross (Independence) a Top Workplaces 2019 honor based on employee feedback. The anonymous survey measures several aspects of workplace culture, including how employees feel about company values and whether their job makes them feel part of something meaningful....
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