Jessica Lopez-Liggett Named President of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 20, 2026--

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Indiana has named Jessica Lopez-Liggett as Commercial State Plan President. She succeeds Beth Keyser, who now serves as West Region Commercial President for the company.

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Lopez-Liggett most recently served as Regional Vice President of Sales for Anthem in Indiana, where she advanced market strategy, strengthened broker and employer partnerships, and drove sustainable growth across Anthem’s commercial portfolio, including employer-sponsored and specialty health plans.

“Jessica is a proven leader with deep commitment to and knowledge of the needs of Indiana consumers and businesses,” said Keyser. “She knows the needs of our clients and broker partners and is perfectly positioned to continue our focus on improving healthcare affordability, simplifying the system, and enhancing whole health for Hoosiers.”

Throughout her career, Lopez-Liggett has led cross-functional teams spanning sales, account management, and operations. She has built a reputation for disciplined execution, translating strategy into measurable results, and developing high-performing teams. She maintains strong relationships across Indiana’s employer, broker, and provider communities and actively champions initiatives that improve health outcomes for Anthem members.

“I’m honored to serve as Commercial President of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Indiana,” said Lopez-Liggett. “I’m proud to lead a talented team dedicated to supporting our members, employer clients, and care provider partners. Together, we will continue advancing access to high-quality, affordable healthcare across our state.”

Lopez-Liggett is actively involved in Indianapolis area business leadership and non-profit organizations including service as a board member at the Indy Chamber and the Indiana Conference for Women, a leadership mentor with Prospectus Indianapolis, and several leadership organizations within Anthem’s parent company Elevance Health.

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Jessica Lopez-Liggett has been named Commercial President, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Indiana

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Hundreds of Buddhist monks rallied in the capital of Sri Lanka on Friday to protest alleged government disrespect of their religion and disregard for a long-standing tradition that they be consulted in matters of state.

The protest passed without any reported violence.

The constitution of the island nation of around 22 million people states that Buddhism is the state religion, though freedom of religion is protected by law. The charter also states that the government has an obligation to protect and foster Buddhism.

More than 70% of the population is Buddhist and their clergy are influential in social, cultural and political affairs. There are also minority Hindus, Muslims and Christians living in Sri Lanka.

The monks at the protest in Colombo read out an appeal note they said would be sent to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

The note said the responsibility of the government in the island nation is to base its values on the principles of Buddhism, which emerged in the 5th century B.C. in ancient India, and recognize the right of the clergy to counsel in the affairs of the state.

It also urged for excluding non-Buddhists from top office in Sri Lanka, incorporating Buddhist values in schools and the education system and protecting all archaeological sites connected to the religion.

The appeal is likely part of the efforts by the monks to pressure the government.

Buddhist monks gather to stage a protest demanding more respect from the government, in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, Feb. 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Venura C. Rathnayake)