Welcome
Frank Brooks
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Welcome
• Welcome plan attendees, speakers, and vendor sponsors
• This years’ theme:“Responding to the Paradigm shift: the Blues’
Perspective”
“Today, if you are not confused, you are just not thinking clearly.” - Irene Peter
Attendance Information
*Numbers are approximate
2000
51 Plan Attendees
2012
200 Plan Attendees*
25 Plans
32 Vendor Sponsors
110 Vendor Staff*
310 Total Attendees*
2012 IMS Board & Planning Committee
http://www.imsymposium2012.com/contactusfull.php
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Key Points for Attendees
• Great opportunity to meet and network with other Blues attendees
• Remember to support our Vendor Sponsors
• Consider contributing to next year’s event in Little Rock as a speaker or by serving on a committee
• Provide Feedback – it matters• Enjoy your time here at the 2012 IM
Symposium
Introduction
Nick CoussouleSenior Vice President & Chief Information OfficerBlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee