Independence Health Group President and CEO Kelly Munson represented Independence Blue Cross as title sponsor of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber’s (Chamber) 2026 Annual Meeting on October 23 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The event brought together regional business leaders, community partners, and stakeholders to celebrate the Chamber’s theme of “Greater Together” and recognize the collective success and strength of Greater Philadelphia’s business community.
In her remarks, Munson reflected on what she has come to appreciate about Philadelphia and spoke about a belief that has shaped her life’s work: health care is a right, and where someone lives should not determine their health. She connected health to economic opportunity, noting that access to health care gives people a better chance to stay well, stay on the job and provide for their families, while a healthy workforce helps strengthen the region’s economy. She also pointed to broader issues that affect health and economic mobility, including public transit, childcare and education.
Munson closed by reflecting on something she has learned about Philadelphia: what matters is showing up, making a commitment and following through. She expressed confidence that IBX, the Chamber, and the region’s business community will continue to do just that. She then introduced Christopher Franklin, the Chamber’s Immediate Past Chair, recognizing his leadership and commitment to Philadelphia and the Chamber.
