FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
EDUCATORS MUTUAL NAMES NEW CHIEF
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Steven Morrison to Head Leading Utah Benefits
Provider
SALT LAKE CITY (April 15, 2010) – Educators Mutual Insurance Association (EMIA), a
nonprofit organization serving the needs of Utah’s public schools and
institutions for 75 years, has named Steven C. Morrison as chief executive
officer.
Morrison was promoted to the position after serving
as EMIA’s executive vice president of sales and marketing for the past seven
years, during which the organization experienced tremendous growth. Morrison
has played a key role in expanding EMIA’s offerings outside of the education
industry to other government entities, nonprofit organizations and private
businesses. EMIA hosts a fast growing clientele of more than 400 organizations.
“Morrison brings tremendous industry acumen, deep
experience and a passion for EMIA,” said Gary Harmer, EMIA board chairman.
“Members, partners and employees will be well served by his leadership. He will
build upon EMIA’s success in recent years and help the organization in furthering
our mission of maximizing benefits while keeping premiums low.”
Prior to joining Educators Mutual in 2001, Morrison
served as an internal auditor and as manager of member services, quality and
reporting for Regence BlueCross BlueShield. He also has worked as a senior
auditor for the Defense Contract Audit Agency.
“I am excited by the opportunity to serve in this
position,” said Morrison. “I will work to direct our focus on core products,
including medical, dental and vision and will strive to implement initiatives
to control costs and provide plans designed to manage and improve the health of
our members.”
Morrison graduated from Weber State University with a
bachelor’s degree in accounting. He maintains a license as a Certified Public
Accountant in Utah and has owned and operated a number of small businesses. He
also serves in many community capacities including as a member of the Board of
Directors for Junior Achievement
Morrison succeeds Andy Galano, who recently announced
his retirement after serving for 13 years as EMIA’s CEO.
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About Educators Mutual Insurance
Association
Educators
Mutual Insurance Association of Utah is a nonprofit organization, which has
been serving the needs of Utah’s employers for 75 years by maximizing heath
benefits while keeping premiums at a minimum. Educators Mutual offers insurance
benefits and services to government, public and higher education groups such as
Utah Transit Authority, Alpine School District and Bountiful City. Plans are
underwritten or provided by Educators Mutual Insurance Association of Utah;
Educators Health Care; Educators Health Plans Health; and Educators Health Plan
Life, Accident and Health. For more information about Educators Mutual Insurance,
visit www.educatorsmutual.com.
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