Walgreens names health care vet as next CEO
Walgreens Boots Alliance has appointed Tim Wentworth, a seasoned healthcare executive, as its new CEO, starting on October 23. Wentworth, the former CEO of Express Scripts, the largest pharmacy benefits management company in the country, which was acquired by Cigna in 2018, brings a wealth of health industry experience. He also served as the chief of Cigna’s health services until his retirement in 2021. Wentworth’s decision to return to the role was influenced by the opportunity to lead the iconic Walgreens brand during a period of significant change. The company, which touches the lives of nearly 10 million people daily, is facing various challenges as it strives to expand its healthcare services beyond traditional pharmacy offerings. An executive with extensive healthcare expertise During Roz Brewer’s tenure as CEO, Walgreens made significant investments in healthcare, including acquiring primary care provider VillageMD, specialty pharmacy provider Shields Health, and homecare...