James Kaufmann

James Kaufmann is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the petroleum and renewable energy sectors. Currently serving as Senior Sales Manager at HollyFrontier since August 2022, James previously operated as an Independent Consultant, advising clients on the competitive landscape of the petroleum industry and regulations pertaining to renewable energy and biofuels. James's tenure at Suncor, spanning from 2006 to 2021, included key roles such as Manager Biofuels Optimization, where compliance with biofuel and greenhouse gas regulations was overseen, and Senior Contract Management Specialist, managing a substantial portfolio of contracts. Earlier in the career, positions such as Sr. Account Manager and Products Trader showcased expertise in sales and trading within the lubricants and fuel markets, respectively. Educational qualifications include an MBA from Wilfrid Laurier University and a BASc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo, complemented by coursework in negotiation fundamentals at Harvard Business Law.