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