Gregory E. Deavens, president and CEO of Independence Blue Cross (IBX), was selected by Temple University’s Fox School of Business to provide keynote remarks at the Awards for Excellence Dinner for the Department of Risk, Actuarial Science and Legal Studies. He joined Temple students, faculty, and alumni at the April 17 event, which recognized outstanding Fox School of Business students and graduates.
Deavens detailed his educational and professional journey through the years, highlighting wisdom that was instilled in him through his family, his education, and his experiences in the workplace and on nonprofit boards.
Deavens ended his remarks by sharing some key lessons that have shaped his journey. Specifically, he advised that students should:
- Pursue lifelong learning.
- Cultivate perseverance and resilience.
- Relationships matter.
- Be confident and fearless.
- Be a great steward of resources.
“I hope I have given you a few things to think about, whether you’re looking ahead to your career or right in the middle of it. Towards the end of mine, I can tell you, it’s been a fulfilling journey ‒ one with more twists, turns and unexpected opportunities than I could have ever imagined. I am confident that each of you has the potential to make the significant impacts you set out to make,” Deavens said.
