Angela F. Braly is the former CEO and Chair of Elevance Health, a major player in the health insurance market. She notably took the reins in 2007 and held the position until 2012, steering the company through significant industry challenges....
Angela F. Braly is the former CEO and Chair of Elevance Health, a major player in the health insurance market. She notably took the reins in 2007 and held the position until 2012, steering the company through significant industry challenges. With a J.D. from Southern Methodist University School of Law, her background in law helped shape her approach to leadership. Before becoming CEO, she worked as the Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Chief Public Affairs Officer at Elevance, and she also led Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Missouri. Despite her leadership experience, her tenure as CEO came to an end amid discussions about performance and direction, highlighting the high-stakes world of corporate management where results count. Interestingly, during her time, her compensation varied, reaching over $13 million in 2010, heavily influenced by her performance metrics. Braly also had significant stock options, which tended to grow alongside the company’s performance. Her career shows how critical effective leadership and decision-making are in high-pressure environments like healthcare.