From the CEO
News, updates, and messages from Paula S. Jakub, CEO of AFSPA
Welcome and thank you for visiting our site!
My name is Kyle Longton, Chief Executive Officer of AFSPA.
AFSPA’s mission is to provide unparalleled service to our unique membership. We deliver a comprehensive set of health insurance benefits and other services tailored to the needs of the Foreign Service and other Federal Executive branch employees. This mission has been evident since the establishment of our organization in 1929, when our founders set out to build an Association to ensure members of the Foreign Service get access to the care they need while serving overseas.
Over the years, we’ve opened our membership to civil service employees from the State Dept., Dept. of Defense, Dept. of Homeland Security and other agencies who work to support U.S. foreign affairs and related missions. We even expanded our benefits to include comprehensive network coverage for members living in the United States.
Today, our membership has grown to over 100,000 active and retired Federal employees and their families, where 60% of them are enjoying our benefits right here in the U.S. Please take a moment to read the archives of my monthly messages below and explore the rest of our website to learn more about all we have to offer.
To Choosing Your Health,
Kyle Longton, CAE, REBC
CEO, AFSPA
From the CEO -April 2024
As we enter the season of Spring, a time of new beginnings and contemplation, I am honored to have the opportunity to serve our community of more than 100,000 members every day. Your trust in AFSPA and our programs is appreciated, and we will continue to strive to provide the highest level of service and support to meet your needs. Thank you for choosing AFSPA and allowing us to be a part of your journey.
From the CEO – March 2024
The AFSPA Annual Member Meeting is scheduled for today, Friday, March 1, at 11:00 am ET. I warmly welcome all AFSPA members to participate in this hybrid meeting. If you were unable to RSVP for the meeting in person, don’t worry! You can still join us online. To participate virtually, please register here before the event starts. We will be presenting valuable insights on AFSPA’s 2024 initiatives, and we are eagerly looking forward to your presence and your feedback.
From the CEO – February 2024
The Open Season results are in, and we are happy to announce that AFSPA has experienced significant growth. Over 2,900 new enrollees have joined the Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP), and there have been increases in enrollment in many of our Ancillary Insurance Programs.
From the CEO – January 2024
As we step into a new year, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all the new members who have chosen to enroll in the Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP), or any of our Ancillary Insurance Programs (AIP). Our FSBP plan offers a wide range of benefits, including medical and prescription drugs, ensuring coverage wherever you are. Our AIP programs provide additional coverage options, such as dental, life, disability, travel insurance, and more.
