Regence BlueCross BlueShield and Utah Valley University (UVU) have partnered on a mentorship program that provides students at UVU with expert career advice from local executives empowering students to guide the discussion around their development and career goals.
You can access the application here: Fall 2024 Regence BlueCross BlueShield Executive Mentorship Application
Applications are due Friday, September 20th
Click on each mentor's photo to learn more about their role at Regence. You will be expected to choose the top two mentors you are interested in meeting with on the application.
Vice President, Sales
Work experience:
VP Marketing & Government Relations
Regional Director, Marketing and Sales
I have mentored many college and graduate students, as well as young professionals, in my 30-year professional career. I also spent more than 10 years teaching as an adjunct professor at the University of Utah and two years teaching at Salt Lake Community College. Not only did I mentor my students, but I usually hired students as interns and sometimes as full-time employees. As a mentor, I strongly believe in providing opportunities to problem solve and “own” various projects. It’s important that they learn by and through experience, not by simply observing.
Public Affairs and Government Relations Director at Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
Kim Frost is the Public Affairs and Government Relations Director at Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah, where she fosters relationships with Utah legislators, state officials, and industry regulators to influence health care policies that benefit members and employers statewide. With over 11 years of executive leadership experience, including her role as the executive director of the Utah Clean Air Partnership, Frost is known for her ability to unite diverse stakeholders and drive innovative solutions to complex challenges. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Utah State University and serves on multiple boards, including the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce and Utah Clean Cities.
President
Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
Jim Guemple became the market president of Regence Blue Cross BlueShield of Utah in January 2024, bringing over 20 years of leadership experience in employee benefits, sales, and product strategy. He has broad market responsibilities, including oversight of commercial business, legislative affairs, and community involvement. He earned his degree in finance from Florida State University and is an avid golfer and enjoys coaching youth sports.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Grant making and grant writing
Volunteer management
Event coordination
Oversees the philanthropic efforts of Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah with a background in volunteer coordination supporting direct service nonprofits. Experienced in supporting students as they explore professional development opportunities.
DR, Business & Community Relations
Work experience:
Attorney
Politics
Healthcare
The best mentoring experience is one where the mentee drives the agenda with topics, interests and goals. I can provide guidance regarding advanced education, interviewing skills, job hunting, work-life balance and networking skills. Some of my personal interests are skiing, road cycling, hiking and golf. Favorite quote: “Sentiment without action is the ruin of the soul”.
Executive Medical Director for Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
Mike Woodruff is the Executive Medical Director for Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah, where he drives clinical strategies aimed at improving access to care, affordability, quality, and member experience. Mike is an emergency physician who has spent the last two decades working to improve health and the healthcare experience for patients and clinicians in Utah. Previously at Intermountain Health, Mike led a human-centered, data-driven effort that reduced patient harm, decreased cost, and improved patient experience, earning national recognition for performance in quality outcomes. Mike received his medical degree from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed residency training at the University of Utah and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.
Strategic Communications Manager
Work experience:
Public relations
Strategic planning/communications Media relations
Content development
Student internship programs
I encourage students to take advantage of a mentoring opportunity to gain insights into real-world experiences as they prepare for a professional career. As a mentor, I can offer support and guidance, based on a student’s interests and educational needs. I look forward to having open discussions with students about their goals for a mentorship and then working together to achieve them.
AD Regional Underwriting
Work experience:
Paramedic
Underwriting
I have experience mentoring youth and entry-level professionals throughout my personal and professional life. I enjoy helping others work towards career advancement and increasing their sphere of influence. I expect those that I mentor to be inquisitive, and self-motivated. I can provide guidance regarding interviewing skills, work/life balance, communication, relationship building, and thinking outside the box.
Director of Account Management
Work experience:
Underwriting
Account management
Managing a team
This will be my first mentoring experience and I look forward to the opportunity. I expect those that I mentor to drive our agenda with topics, interests, and goals in order for our time together to be productive. I can provide guidance; interviewing skills, managing, and coaching a team, customer retention, building and fostering relationships, balancing internal relationships, and adapting to changes in within the organization.
