Mike Stuart Named CEO of Blue Shield of California - San Francisco ...
Mike Stuart, with over 20 years in healthcare leadership, will guide Blue Shield of California's 6,500 employees serving 6 million members toward affordable, high-quality care.
- On Aug. 26, 2025, Blue Shield of California announced Mike Stuart as its new president and chief executive officer, who will lead over 6,500 employees serving 6 million members.
- Stuart brings more than two decades of leadership experience in health care, which Blue Shield of California cited as a factor in his promotion.
- Kristina Leslie, chair of the Blue Shield of California board of directors, said `Mike Stuart is the right leader at the right time for Blue Shield of California` and noted his MBA from Saint Mary's College of California and BS from Cal State Chico.
- Stuart said `I am honored to lead Blue Shield of California at such a critical moment for our state and industry`, and the organization reported more than $60 million in foundation contributions impacting California communities.
- Founded in 1939 in San Francisco and now headquartered in Oakland, Calif., Blue Shield of California provides a range of health plans across the state.
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Blue Shield of California Announces Mission-Driven, Healthcare Leader Mike Stuart as President and Chief Executive Officer
With decades of experience in nonprofit health care, Stuart's leadership will focus on strengthening Blue Shield's commitment to high-quality affordable healthcare coverage for all
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