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\nTony Jenkins<\/p>\n
\nTony Jenkins<\/p>\n
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2013 [Feb. 9, 2026]\u00a0\u2013 Florida Blue, the state\u2019s leading health insurer, has named Tony Jenkins as market president for Northeast Florida, effective Mar. 1, 2026. Jenkins, a native of Jacksonville, will succeed Darnell Smith, who recently announced his retirement after 35 years of dedicated service to Florida Blue.<\/p>\n
Jenkins joined the organization in 2001, serving the last 20 years as market president for Central Florida. A seasoned health care executive with a track record of leadership and community engagement, Jenkins also brings a deep understanding of Northeast Florida\u2019s unique needs and opportunities.<\/p>\n
\u201cTony\u2019s extensive experience in health care,\u00a0strong local connections, and exceptional community leadership make him ideal to take this role,\u201d said Kari Regar, senior vice president, Florida Market Leader at Florida Blue. \u201cWe are excited about his return to Jacksonville, and confident Tony will advance our 80-plus year commitment to our members and partners throughout Northeast Florida.\u201d<\/p>\n
Jenkins joined Florida Blue following a distinguished career with CSX Corporation and the Walt Disney World Company. He has distinguished himself for his commitment to improving the health and well-being of communities.<\/p>\n
Jenkins has received numerous awards for his contributions to health care industry community service, including:<\/p>\n
Orlando Business Journal\u2019s \u201cTop 10 Businessmen to Watch\u201d and \u201cCEO of the Year\u201d
\nOrlando Business Journal\u2019s \u201cDiversity in Business Lifetime Achievement Award\u201d
\ni4 Business Magazine \u201cBusiness Leader of the Year\u201d
\nOrlando Magazine\u2019s \u201c50 Most Powerful People in the City\u201d<\/p>\n
As Market President, Jenkins will be responsible for regional business operations and community engagement efforts for 17 counties in Northeast Florida, and work closely with customers, local health care providers, business leaders, and community organizations to improve health outcomes and access to care.<\/p>\n
\u201cI am honored to return to my hometown and lead Florida Blue\u2019s efforts in Northeast Florida,\u201d said Jenkins. \u201cI look forward to working more with our area customers and local partners to address the unique health care needs of the community and to continue Florida Blue\u2019s legacy of impact.\u201d<\/p>\n
Jenkins holds a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Management from Morris Brown College in Atlanta, Ga. He is active on a number of civic, business, community, and health care organizations.<\/p>\n
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