Stu Kaufman

Mr. Kaufman is a Managing Director of The Areté Group, based in Chicago. Stuart is a senior advisor with more than 25 years of experience advising businesses during periods of distress and transition. Stuart has proven success advising clients through operational and financial improvements, developing and implementing value creation plans, balance sheet restructurings (both in and out of court), interim management, capital markets, and lender advisory services.

Stuart has served as both a financial advisor and interim senior executive, including as an Independent Board Member, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Restructuring Officer for portfolio companies of various asset managers, including private equity, private credit, commercial banks, and family-owned businesses.