Cigna appoints Brian Evanko as next CEO

Leadership Transition - The Cigna Group has appointed Brian Evanko as the new CEO, effective July 1, 2026, succeeding David M Cordani, who will transition to the role of executive chair of the board [1] - A handover period will occur where Cordani and Evanko will collaborate until the leadership change takes effect [2] Brian Evanko's Background - Evanko is currently the president and COO of Cigna and has been elected to the Board of Directors [1] - He has nearly 30 years of experience with the company, previously serving as president and CEO of Cigna Healthcare and chief financial officer [3][4] Strategic Focus - Evanko oversees Cigna's operations across its main business lines, including Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, with a focus on data, technology, and AI in healthcare delivery [2] - Cordani emphasized the need for change in the healthcare sector, stating that the current status quo is unsustainable [4] Financial Outlook - Cigna reaffirmed its financial outlook for 2026, expecting consolidated adjusted income from operations of at least $30.25 per share [5] - The company projects Evernorth pre-tax adjusted income from operations of at least $6.9 billion and Cigna Healthcare pre-tax adjusted income of at least $4.5 billion [6]