As an executive partner at a leading private equity firm for nearly two decades and a former Chief Financial Officer at a global healthcare company, Mr. Kraemer contributes strong financial acumen and extensive investment experience to the Board. His background in corporate banking further enhances the Board’s oversight of financial strategy, reporting, operations and capital allocation strategies. He is also a Certified Public Accountant.

His 23-year tenure at Baxter International culminated in serving as Chairman and CEO with oversight responsibility for over 50,000 employees in 103 countries, developing strong experience in driving technological innovation, managing diverse business lines and supporting evolving talent management strategies to ensure the retention of top talent. Previously, he served in a variety of senior leadership roles in both domestic and international operations with oversight responsibilities for business development, global communications and European operations, as well as managing several business lines.

Mr. Kraemer is known for building high-performing organizations and has written several bestselling books on values-based leadership.