Independence Well being Group President and CEO Kelly Munson represented Independence Blue Cross as title sponsor of the Better Philadelphia Chamber’s (Chamber) 2026 Annual Assembly on October 23 on the Pennsylvania Conference Heart. The occasion introduced collectively regional enterprise leaders, group companions, and stakeholders to rejoice the Chamber’s theme of “Better Collectively” and acknowledge the collective success and energy of Better Philadelphia’s enterprise group.
In her remarks, Munson mirrored on what she has come to understand about Philadelphia and spoke a couple of perception that has formed her life’s work: well being care is a proper, and the place somebody lives shouldn’t decide their well being. She related well being to financial alternative, noting that entry to well being care provides folks a greater likelihood to remain nicely, keep on the job and supply for his or her households, whereas a wholesome workforce helps strengthen the area’s financial system. She additionally pointed to broader points that have an effect on well being and financial mobility, together with public transit, childcare and training.
Munson closed by reflecting on one thing she has realized about Philadelphia: what issues is displaying up, making a dedication and following by. She expressed confidence that IBX, the Chamber, and the area’s enterprise group will proceed to do exactly that. She then launched Christopher Franklin, the Chamber’s Fast Previous Chair, recognizing his management and dedication to Philadelphia and the Chamber.