Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia (Anthem) President Robert Bunch was recently recognized by Georgia Trend magazine as one of Georgia’s 500 Influential Leaders. This prestigious assembly was selected by the media group as a “comprehensive list of local leaders around the state driving Georgia’s economy to newer heights year after year.”
Georgia Trend noted that “the numbers tell the story of the significance of Anthem Blue Cross [and] Blue Shield of Georgia to the state,” emphasizing the 3.5 million Georgians that depend on Anthem for healthcare and the over 7,000 the company employs statewide. “Company mergers and rebranding aside, Bunch has been with the company he now leads for more than 20 years.”
Bunch is listed with 30 other healthcare leaders in Georgia, including heads of hospital systems, non-profits, and medical associations focused on health and wellness for those across the peach state.
“I am honored to be listed with some truly amazing leaders that are making decisions with lasting impressions on Georgians across the state,” said Bunch. “I look forward to collaborating with many of these stakeholders as we think beyond traditional healthcare and redefine healthcare affordability and access to care.”
Bunch currently serves as President for Anthem and is responsible for the strategic direction, performance, and growth of Anthem’s commercial business in the state. He also partners with healthcare providers to fulfill the company’s mission of improving the lives and communities served.
Bunch joined Anthem in 2001 and previously served as Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Chief Client Officer (CCO) for Anthem’s National Accounts. In these roles, he was responsible for developing Anthem’s National Accounts growth strategy in direct and matrix shared service areas and was accountable for the retention and growth of national employer customers. Bunch was focused on leveraging the company’s capabilities to…
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