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OHIO 99 www.ceotodaymagazine.com CEO Today USAAwards 2018 MIKE KAUFMANN CEO of Cardinal Health ABOUT MIKE KAUFMANN Mike Kaufmann assumed the role of chief executive officer of Cardinal Health, a global, integrated healthcare services and products company ranked among the top 15 on the Fortune 500, in January 2018. Kaufmann also joined the board of directors when he became the CEO. Kaufmann’s most recent role was chief financial officer for Cardinal Health where he oversaw all financial activities for the company including external reporting, investor relations, tax strategy/planning, and capital deployment as well as global sourcing for both the Pharmaceutical and Medical segments. During his 27 years at Cardinal Health, Kaufmann has served in a wide range of leadership positions across operations, sales and finance, touching all areas of Cardinal Health. Kaufmann was instrumental in orchestrating key activities such as the joint venture with CVS Health that formed Red Oak Sourcing and the creation of Fuse, the Cardinal Health technology innovation center. Kaufmann serves as executive sponsor of the Cardinal Health Women’s Initiative Network, an employee resource group with the goal to foster a culture of partnerships that makes Cardinal Health a suitable place for women to work and grow their careers. His support of women leaders in healthcare led to the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association naming Kaufmann as its 2012 “Honorable Mentor” and the Institute for Women’s Leadership awarding him the 2014 “Guys Who Get it Award.” He currently serves as a member of the board of directors for MSC Industrial Supply and on the executive board of Red Oak Sourcing. Kaufmann is a past member of the executive committee of both the Healthcare Distribution Alliance and National Association of Chain Drug Stores. He also serves as a trustee at Ohio Northern University and is an active member of the community. Prior to Cardinal Health, Kaufmann had a successful career in audit and consulting with Arthur Andersen, one of the nation’s largest public accounting firms. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio. FIRM PROFILE Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company, providing customized solutions for hospitals, health systems, pharmacies, ambulatory surgery centers, clinical laboratories and physician offices worldwide. The company provides clinically-proven medical products and pharmaceuticals and cost-effective solutions that enhance supply chain efficiency from hospital to home. Cardinal Health connects patients, providers, payers, pharmacists and manufacturers for integrated care coordination and better patient management. Backed by nearly 100 years of experience, with approximately 50,000 employees in 46 countries, Cardinal Health ranks among the top 25 on the Fortune 500. Cardinal Health is more than a business, more than a partner, more than hard workers. It’s wings. Its unrivaled scale and focused approach leads to better solutions. The company’s strength flows from four areas of expertise: logistics, product, business and patient solutions. Cardinal Health welcomes new challenges, anticipates trends, and as Wings, brings support, speed, and mile-high vision to all customers. www.cardinalhealth.com