# Brian Evanko

> Brian C. Evanko is president and chief executive officer of The Cigna Group, a role he assumed in July 2026 after joining the company in 1998. A Penn State actuarial science graduate, he previously served as group CFO, led Cigna Healthcare and became group president and COO. His career includes assignments in Singapore and Hong Kong, leadership-development work and board service at TriNet and the Connecticut Science Center.

- **Role:** President and Chief Executive Officer at The Cigna Group
- **Organizations:** The Cigna Group, TriNet, Connecticut Science Center
- **Education:** Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science, Pennsylvania State University
- **Known for:** Advanced from Cigna’s actuarial development program to group CEO over 28 years., Holds the FSA, MAAA and CFA professional designations., Served as group CFO while also leading Cigna Healthcare before becoming group COO.

## Career timeline

- **1998** — Graduated from Penn State and joined Cigna’s Actuarial Executive Development Program.
- **2013** — Became president of the U.S. Individual business in August.
- **2017** — Became president of the Government business in November.
- **2021** — Became executive vice president and chief financial officer in January.
- **2024** — Added the Cigna Healthcare president and CEO role in January; joined the TriNet board in July.
- **2025** — Became president and chief operating officer of The Cigna Group effective March 31.
- **2026** — Joined The Cigna Group board effective April 1 and became president and CEO on July 1.

## Achievements

- Advanced from Cigna’s actuarial development program to group CEO over 28 years.
- Holds the FSA, MAAA and CFA professional designations.
- Served as group CFO while also leading Cigna Healthcare before becoming group COO.
- Serves as vice chair of the Connecticut Science Center board of trustees.

## Latest updates

- **2026-07** — Became president and chief executive officer of The Cigna Group on July 1, succeeding David M. Cordani.
- **2026-06** — The Connecticut Science Center announced Brian and Erika Evanko as honorary chairs of its October 3, 2026 annual gala.
- **2026-04** — Joined The Cigna Group board of directors effective April 1.
- **2026-01** — The Connecticut Science Center announced his appointment as a vice chair of its board of trustees.

## Links

- Website: https://www.thecignagroup.com/our-leaders/leadership-team/brian-evanko
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-c-evanko-463b5ab

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