Austin Brandt
About Austin Brandt
Austin Brandt is a Senior Associate specializing in Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions at Kaufman Hall in Chicago, Illinois. He has a background in healthcare management, having worked in various roles including Emergency Medical Technician and strategy intern.
Current Role at Kaufman Hall
Austin Brandt currently serves as a Senior Associate in the Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions division at Kaufman Hall. He has held this position since 2022, focusing on developing niche and custom strategic partnerships within the healthcare industry. His role involves engaging in both sell-side and buy-side projects, contributing to the firm's expertise in healthcare consulting.
Previous Experience at Kaufman Hall
Prior to his current role, Austin Brandt worked at Kaufman Hall as an Associate in the Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions department from 2020 to 2022. He initially joined Kaufman Hall as a Strategy Intern in 2019 for a two-month period. His experiences at Kaufman Hall have provided him with a strong foundation in healthcare strategy and consulting.
Healthcare Career Background
Austin Brandt began his career in healthcare as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at the age of 17. He worked at Huron Valley Ambulance from 2015 to 2017, gaining valuable hands-on experience in emergency medical services. This early exposure to the healthcare field has informed his subsequent roles in healthcare strategy and consulting.
Education and Qualifications
Austin Brandt holds a Master of Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan School of Public Health, where he studied Health Management and Policy from 2018 to 2020. He also earned a degree in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience from the University of Michigan, completing his studies in Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies from 2014 to 2018. His educational background supports his expertise in healthcare management and policy.
Internship Experience
In addition to his roles at Kaufman Hall, Austin Brandt gained internship experience as an Administrative Intern at Einstein Healthcare Network in 2018 for two months. This position allowed him to further develop his understanding of healthcare operations and administration, complementing his academic training and professional experience.