Leadership Team
Brian Snell | President, Illinois Plan
Brian Snell is responsible for the overall financial performance, long-term growth strategy and strategic planning for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois.
He has more than 30 years of experience with the company, serving in roles of increasing scope and responsibilities. He most recently served as divisional senior vice president Illinois group markets, with extensive knowledge of the needs of Illinois consumers, businesses, and other stakeholders. In that role, he ensured BCBSIL delivered customer-first operational excellence by anticipating customer needs and offering data-driven solutions.
Mina Arsala | Head of Illinois Management & Execution
Mina Arsala is responsible for leading the development of market strategy and business planning for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois. Mina is also responsible for coordinating enterprise planning, investment portfolio activities, and community relations.
Previously, Mina was executive director of Illinois Market Strategy and earlier worked in management positions for another health insurer and a global management consulting firm. Prior to this, she held management positions with early growth companies in health care, information technology, financial services and consulting.
Alvia Siddiqi | Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Alvia Siddiqi is responsible for clinical leadership, care management operations, value-based care and strategic oversight.
Dr. Siddiqi has demonstrated expertise in population health management, value-based care strategies, government programs, quality improvement, and health policy. She most recently served as CMO for population health and clinically integrated care of a major hospital system after holding medical director and physician executive roles in Illinois Medicaid and other local health care systems.