' Global Connections Newsletter
September 2008

CIGNA Envoy is Live!

The long awaited new web portal, CIGNA Envoy, has arrived. CIEB's new portal offers advanced web tools and enhanced functionality while making it easier for members, clients, brokers, and network providers to access the resources they need. For more information about the portal, visit http://www.cignaexpats.com/envoytour to learn about the new portal, or get started right away at www.CIGNAenvoy.com.

Member Portal

Access to coverage details and health information anywhere in the world is fundamental to successful expatriate assignments. Not only will CIEB members have access to their benefit details on CIGNAenvoy.com, but they can also print temporary ID cards, view claims history, download forms, and access health tools and services. Individuals can even search for doctors, hospitals, and specialists where they can receive local care from preferred providers.

Building upon the latest web development technology, www.CIGNAenvoy.com streamlines all of the most important tools CIEB members need. The array of resources available through www.CIGNAenvoy.com provides assistance for members during the pre-departure process and while on assignment.

Employer Portal

The employer portal on www.CIGNAenvoy.com allows employers to identify their covered employees and view plan details. It even offers user-friendly features to simplify the administration of international benefits. Employers can subscribe to the CIGNA Envoy Billing Management System, enabling online retrieval of premium invoices in PDF or spreadsheet format through a secure mailbox.


Announcing Bill Atwell As New President of CIGNA International

Bill Atwell, a former CIGNA executive, rejoined CIGNA on September 2 as President of CIGNA International. He will be reporting to David Cordani, President and Chief Operating Officer, of CIGNA Corporation. Bill brings to CIGNA more than 30 years of experience in the banking, brokerage and insurance industries both in the U.S. and abroad. Most recently, he has been a consultant for the retail financial services industry. Previously, he held a number of senior level positions at The Charles Schwab Corporation, where he was responsible for Schwab's broad array of products and services for individual investors. He also led their efforts to build its international business.

This is Bill's second tour of duty with CIGNA. From 1996 to 2000, he held the position of senior vice president, national sales and delivery network at CIGNA HealthCare, where he was responsible for significantly growing sales and membership. Previously, he was responsible for Citibank's retail banking business in Belgium, France, and Luxembourg.

"I am confident that Bill's strategic thinking, global perspective, international business experience and established track record of strong results will allow us to continue to build on the success of CIGNA International," said David Cordani, President and Chief Operating Officer.


New Podcasts Added For Members, Employers, and Brokers

Continuing with CIEB's tradition of keeping members, employers, and brokers up-to-date with news and information pertinent to business travelers and globally mobile employees, we have updated our existing podcast library.

Member Podcasts

Our newest member podcasts include:

Podcasts are accessible directly from our member website. Members can listen online or download the podcasts to their MP3 devices.

Employer/Consultant Podcasts

Employers and their consultants have access to CIEB's podcast library of topics, which are designed to help select the right international benefits program to fit the needs of their international employee population. Our growing podcast library addresses relevant issues such as protecting your return on investment, specialized international benefits, and making the most of your expatriate coverage program. Podcasts are accessible from our information website, http://www.cignaexpats.com/employer_resources/podcast.html. Benefits practitioners can listen online or download the podcasts to their MP3 devices.

Our newest employer and broker podcasts are:


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Copyright 2008.
The information provided herein is believed accurate as of the date of publication, and is subject to change. Products and services may not be available in all jurisdictions and are expressly excluded where prohibited by applicable law.

CIEB's web-based tools, such as CIGNA EnvoySM, are available for informational purposes only. They do not constitute medical advice. CIEB's web tools are not intended to be a substitute for proper medical care provided by a physician and not intended as a means for self-diagnosis. CIGNA Envoy is a service mark of CIGNA Corporation.

Any reference to other organizations or companies and/or their products or services, including their Internet sites, is not an endorsement or warranty of the services, information, or products provided by them, nor should a reference to other organizations be construed as their endorsement or warranty of CIEB's products or services. All trademarks (registered and unregistered) and service marks are the property of their respective owners.