Supplier Diversity Program

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Cigna has made a strong commitment to leveraging diversity in all aspects of our business, including the recruitment and retention of human resources, the multi-cultural marketing of our products andengagement of a diverse supplier base. A diverse supplier base helps Cigna achieve our mission to improve the health, well-being and peace of mind of the people we serve. Supplier diversity expands and enhances our corporate relationships and experiences, and contributes to our ability to better understand and serve our broad spectrum of customers. Our program is designed to engage the very best suppliers including those who share our commitment to integrity, quality, and efficiency while supporting Cigna's purchasing needs. Supplier diversity is an integral part of that equation.

Why is supplier diversity important?
Cigna believes the success of minority- and women-owned businesses and other under-represented suppliers adds to our success and to that of the communities we serve. Minority- and women-owned businesses are often in neighborhoods that benefit greatly from the commerce and employment opportunities the businesses provide. By partnering with diverse suppliers, we can foster the growth of these businesses while ensuring the long-term growth of Cigna. They can provide the best combination of total cost, quality and service, which ultimately provides a healthy competition and level playing field for all potential and existing suppliers.

A strong commitment to supplier diversity
Cigna has a long history with Supplier Diversity with deep roots that date back to the 1970s. We are a corporate member of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC), the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), Disability:In, and the National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC). These organizations provide a direct link between corporate America and minority- and women-owned businesses and other diverse suppliers. It is our goal to continue to cultivate these alliances to ensure an equal opportunity for all companies who want to do business with Cigna.

Cigna regularly participates in business opportunity expositions sponsored by these and other minority and women's organizations. As tangible evidence of our growing dedication to Supplier Diversity, in 2019 Cigna purchased $365 million in goods and services from certified minority/women-owned business enterprises and other diverse suppliers across the United States.

For more information regarding our Supplier Diversity Program, please contact us at supplierdiversity@Cigna.com.