Neil Boyden Tanner

SVP And General Counsel, Finance, Strategy And International Markets at Cigna

Neil Boyden Tanner has extensive work experience in the legal and corporate sectors. Neil Boyden worked at Cigna for a significant portion of their career, starting in 2009 as SVP and General Counsel, Finance, Strategy, and International Markets. In this role, they managed the legal teams supporting areas such as M&A, venture capital, finance, strategic sourcing, and internal audit. Neil Boyden also served on the leadership teams for the CFO, EVP for Strategy, Corporate Development and Solutions, and CEO of International Markets. Prior to this, Neil served as General Counsel, International Markets, overseeing legal and regulatory compliance matters for Cigna's international businesses.

In addition to their work at Cigna, Neil held various leadership positions, including Vice Chair and acting Chair of the Board of Trustees at The American University of Rome. Neil Boyden also served as a board member and former President of the British American Business Council.

Neil's board memberships include Cigna Worldwide Insurance Company, Connecticut General Corporation, US Airways / American Airlines Foundation, NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors), Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia, and Eisenhower Fellowships. Neil Boyden also worked as a Non-Executive Director at UK Trade & Investment (UKTI), providing support and advice to overseas companies investing and locating in the UK.

Overall, Neil Boyden Tanner has extensive experience in legal, corporate governance, and international business matters.

Neil Boyden Tanner's education history begins with their enrollment at William & Mary from 1989 to 1993. During this time, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations with a focus on Political Economics.

Following their undergraduate studies, Tanner attended the University of Pennsylvania from 1993 to 1995, where they earned a Master of Governmental Administration degree. Their field of study at this institution was Governmental Administration.

In 1995, Tanner participated in a program at the University of the Aegean, where they received a Certificate of Completion in Maritime Law. Their coursework specifically focused on International Maritime Law.

Continuing their education in the field of law, Tanner attended the University of Pittsburgh from 1994 to 1997, obtaining a Juris Doctor (JD) degree. Their specialization during this time was Law.

In 1996, Tanner engaged in a Study Abroad program at Temple University's James E. Beasley School of Law. Neil Boyden participated in the Japan Campus School of Law's J.D. Semester Abroad Program, further expanding their legal knowledge.

In 1991, Tanner acquired a Certificate in Japanese Studies from Kobe Shoin Women's University. This program allowed him to delve into the field of Japanese Studies.

Tanner's earlier education includes their attendance at The William Penn Charter School from 1985 to 1989, although the specific degree and field of study are unspecified during this period.

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Timeline

  • SVP And General Counsel, Finance, Strategy And International Markets

    January, 2022 - present

  • General Counsel International Markets

    December, 2018

  • Senior Vice President Chief Counsel And Corporate Secretary

    November, 2018

  • Vice President Chief Counsel And Corporate Secretary

    May, 2014

  • Acting Chief Compliance Officer International

    December, 2010

  • Chief Counsel Cigna Global Health Benefits

    December, 2009