Lead for Good Podcast: A Conversation with John Kozyra, CEO of Avera Health In this episode of Lead for Good, Chris Looney sits down with John Kozyra, CEO of Avera Health in Nebraska. John is known for leading with clarity, compassion, and a long term vision for strengthening community health systems. His leadership has guided major growth initiatives, fostered strong local partnerships, and built a workplace where people feel valued and supported. This conversation explores three essential themes for nonprofit and health care leaders: Growth Strategies and MomentumHow to recognize when momentum is strong or slipping, keep teams focused over long time horizons, and balance the pressures of innovation with daily operational demands. Employee Engagement and Making People Feel ValuedHow to listen well, respond with honesty, create systems that capture real employee experiences, and stay approachable as an executive. Community Engagement and Responsive LeadershipHow to listen to community voices, align programs with local needs, strengthen trust, and make presence and responsiveness part of a leadership culture. Whether you lead a nonprofit, manage a health system, or guide teams through change, John’s insights offer practical guidance and inspiration. If you find value in this conversation, please subscribe to the Lead for Good podcast and explore our other shows on nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and organizational culture.