Elevance Health’s CEO started her career as a pro basketball player. Now she’s the highest‑ranking woman on the Global 500, leading a $199B giant

Gail Boudreaux, CEO of Elevance Health, began her career as a professional basketball player in France before joining Aetna. She is now the highest-ranking female CEO on the 2026 Fortune Global 500, leading Elevance Health with $199.1 billion in revenue. Boudreaux attributes her leadership style to her athletic background, emphasizing teamwork and adaptability.