Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Missouri: Stephanie Vojicic has been president since 2021. She has been with Anthem for over 26 years, holding various leadership positions throughout her tenure.

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (Central New York): James Reed has been president and CEO since 2021. He joined the company in 1996 and has held roles such as executive vice president of marketing and sales and regional president for the Central New York market.

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western and Northeastern New York: Michael Edbauer, DO, has been president since 2021, following the rebranding from HealthNow New York. He previously served as executive vice president and chief strategy and growth officer at HealthNow.

Empire BlueCross BlueShield (New York City area): Alan Murray has been president since 2018. Before joining Empire, he was president and CEO at Northwell Health's insurance division, CareConnect, and has held leadership roles at UnitedHealthcare and Anthem.

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Connecticut: Lou Gianquinto has served as president since 2020. Prior to this role, he was president of Anthem's Medicaid program in Missouri and has also held positions at UnitedHealthcare.

This is a question with a less than straightforward answer. It's actually a group of people who have combined to put this strategy. One in Connecticut, three in NY and one in Missouri from what I can tell.