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Wyoming Health CEO Retires After 40 Years
4 Mar
Summary
- Diane Gore concludes a 40-year career at BCBSWY.
- She led the insurer through the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Kristopher Urbanek will succeed Gore as CEO in May.
Diane Gore is retiring as president and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, concluding a 40-year career with the company. She began in May 1985 after graduating from the University of Wyoming with an accounting major. Gore's tenure included leading BCBSWY as the first female CEO through the unprecedented challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
During her time, Gore focused on implementing new initiatives like telehealth to ensure continued healthcare access for members. She also navigated changes in Wyoming's health insurance landscape, including new technology, pharmaceutical costs, and managing expenses in rural areas. Her commitment remained focused on the company's mission to provide local health insurance solutions.
Kristopher Urbanek, currently Executive Vice President, is set to assume the CEO and president role in May 2026. Urbanek, who has been with BCBSWY for 11 years, plans to focus on industry trends, product innovation, and leveraging data for problem-solving.
Urbanek acknowledged the unique challenges of healthcare access in rural Wyoming and aims to support sustainable business models for family practice doctors. He envisions success as creating an integrated healthcare system that is accessible and affordable for all members.
