Presidents Message
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Together we Stand
December 29, 2016Given the results of the recent election, we don’t yet know what changes we will encounter on the road ahead. What we do...
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Underwater Reflections
September 22, 2016Warm summer weather often takes me to the pool to swim laps. While I have accepted that I will not be the next Katie...
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Unity, Ingenuity, and Hope in Havana
September 21, 2016I recently had the opportunity to travel to Cuba for an educational trip with my fellow board members at Grantmakers in...
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What Does Innovation Mean for the Foundation?
June 9, 2016“Innovation” is an increasingly ubiquitous term in health care that can mean many things to different people and...
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Prioritizing Progress
March 22, 2016We’ve begun the third year of implementing our Foundation’s strategic plan, which is designed to transform California’s...
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Putting People First
December 15, 2015As I look back at a very busy and successful year for the Foundation, what stands out in my memory is not an exciting...
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Reflection Season
June 26, 2015This summer marks five years since I first stepped into my role as president and CEO of Blue Shield of California...
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Helping Ideas Spring Forward
March 26, 2015Periodically, it is important to review the fundamentals of our work to ensure that we remain true to our mission. This...