Ms. Jirele has been the president and CEO of Allianz Life Insurance Co. of North America since 2021, according to a Blue Cross and Blue Shield news release. Mr. Pekarek is the executive vice president and CFO of Agiliti, a Minneapolis-based company that helps U.S. healthcare organizations access, manage and maintain medical equipment.
“Jasmine and Jim bring exceptional skills and experience to our governance structure, with a shared commitment for advancing the health and well-being of all through our not-for-profit mission,” BCBS of Minnesota President and CEO Dana Erickson said in the news release.
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