One to One with Bill Goodman
Humana Co-Founder David Jones (Part 2)
premiered February 8, 2009
On this edition of One to One with Bill Goodman, Bill Goodman continues his discussion with David Jones, co-founder and former CEO of Humana, about his background and the history of the company. This is the second of a two-part interview with Jones.
Jones retired in 2005 after 44 years as chairman of the board at Humana. A Louisville native, he was the second of six children. He graduated from the University of Louisville in 1954 and seven years later co-founded the company that would become Humana.
Jones describes how Humana grew from a small group of nursing homes in 1961 into the multi-billion dollar company it is today. The business acquired its first hospital in 1968, and its name was changed to Humana Inc. in 1974. Humana began to offer insurance plans in 1984.
Jones also discusses what he believes is the secret to a successful Commonwealth: education.
About the Series
One to One features in-depth interviews with a variety of interesting people. Guests are drawn from a wide range of fields, and conversations cover an enormous array of topics. While many noteworthy Kentuckians are featured, Bill also talks with fascinating visitors from around the world.
As host of Kentucky Tonight, bookclub@ket, and KET election coverage, Bill Goodman has built a reputation as a skilled and even-handed moderator. One to One, he says, represents an opportunity for more relaxed, in-depth conversations with a variety of guests.
One to One is a KET production, produced by Bill Goodman and Cindy Asher. The program is closed-captioned for the deaf and hard-of-hearing.
