Michael I. Kaufman

CHAIRMAN & CEO, KAUFMAN LYNN CONSTRUCTION, DELRAY BEACH

Kaufman founded this company in 1989 with three employees, including himself. Now in its 35th year, Kaufman Lynn Construction ranks among the top 250 largest contractors in the U.S. The company is active in a range of market sectors, including multi-family housing, senior living, hospitality, government and others. Recent projects include the JM Family’s corporate campus and Brightline’s Boca Raton station.

EDUCATION: University of Florida (BS, JD)

IF I WERE GOVERNOR: I would prioritize logical and actionable strategies to solve the housing affordability and accessibility crisis.

MENTORS: Three South Florida business leaders — Terry Stiles and Keith and Kevin Koenig — provided me with the very best examples of integrity-based business practices seasoned with extraordinary leadership skills.

INSPIRING FLORIDIAN: Gov. Bob Graham. A conservative Democrat that only saw party lines as an opportunity to build consensus.

MOTIVATIONAL MANTRA
“Leadership is a privilege that demands humility and requires robust honest communication.”