Genstar Capital, a PE firm focused on investments in targeted segments of the industrials, software, financial services, and healthcare industries, has appointed John Kufner to the firm’s Strategic Advisory Board (SAB).
A seasoned operations and supply chain executive, Kufner will focus on Genstar’s investments in the industrials vertical with a focus on leading supply chain value creation initiatives.
Kufner brings more than two decades of hands‑on experience leading global manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations. Prior to joining Genstar, he served as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Platinum Equity-backed Cook and Boardman Group, as well as COO of Blackstone-backed Noho Commerce, driving operational transformation, innovation, and measurable improvements in efficiency and performance at each company.
Earlier in his career, Kufner was Managing Director, Procurement & Supply Chain at Bain Capital, where he led value creation initiatives and productivity enhancements for portfolio companies.
Genstar’s SAB is composed of current and former C‑level executives with deep operational and sector‑specific expertise across the firm’s core investment areas. A cornerstone of Genstar’s investment strategy, SAB members work closely with portfolio companies to support transformation, accelerate value creation, and provide real‑world insight during due diligence and investment evaluation.
