Known throughout his career for his creativity and grit, Kaufmann thrives on cultivating, establishing and nurturing strong relationships. As a longtime DE&I champion, he was intentional in embedding DE&I initiatives within the fabric of the enterprise to ensure progress could thrive well beyond his tenure.
Kaufmann currently serves as a member of the board of directors for MSC Industrial Supply, SAFE Health Systems, Monitored Therapeutics, Ember Life Sciences, RNA Disease Diagnostics and Prescribe FIT. He is also on the advisory boards of HealthQuest Capital, RKTech, Cleveland Clinic Ventures and Celonis. Previously, Kaufmann served on the boards of Red Oak Sourcing, Ohio Northern University, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), the Healthcare Distribution Association (HDA) and the National Veterans Memorial and Museum; and was a member of the Columbus Partnership’s executive committee, where he co-led the Partnership’s DEI work.
He has been honored as CEO of the Year by Columbus CEO, Most Admired C-Suite Executive by Columbus Business First, Honorable Mentor of the Year by HBA and by others for his work in DEI. The Bellwether League Foundation recognized him for his work in Healthcare Supply Chain Leadership and the Healthcare Distributors Association awarded him their Nexus award for Lifetime Achievement.