Calhoun Named One of Becker’s 2026 Chief Marketing Officers to Know

Kendra Calhoun

Kendra Calhoun, Avera's Chief Marketing Officer, has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2026 “Chief Marketing Officers to Know” list. 

From bold brand transformations to finely tuned, data-backed campaigns, the chief marketing officers on this list bring both creative brainpower and strategic rigor to some of healthcare's most complex organizations. They forge partnerships that expand their organizations' reach while harnessing social media and emerging channels to meet patients' needs, according to Becker's Hospital Review.  

Since joining Avera in 2013, Calhoun has advanced brand, growth marketing, digital experience, communications and public relations. She oversees digital patient engagement, market insights, community partnerships and internal communications. Additionally, her scope of work includes marketing and workforce recruitment for Avera’s hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, long-term care facilities and home care operation. She is also responsible for patient education, physician communications, governance communications and community partnerships.   

Becker's Healthcare is proud to celebrate these accomplished marketing executives. These leaders think beyond the conventional, challenge assumptions and turn fresh ideas into measurable results. Their work builds reputations, drives growth and positions their organizations to lead in competitive markets. 

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