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Avera's John Porter Retires

SDPB | By Chris Laughery

Published December 21, 2017 at 3:10 PM CST

In The Moment ... December 21, 2017 Show 245 Hour 1

As Avera's President and CEO John Porter prepares for retirement, he joins us for a conversation about 44 of years redefining healthcare in the region, his thoughts on leadership, and the ever-challenging secret to a lasting marriage.

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