Kauffman & Associates, Inc. (KAI) is an American Indian and woman-owned management consulting firm founded in 1990. They are dedicated to uplifting American Indian and Alaska Native people, tribal and urban Indian communities, and social sector programs.

Their expertise spans diverse specialty areas, including behavioral health, public health, education, and tribal affairs. KAI values Indigenous knowledge and believes in the inherent strength, resilience, and sovereignty of tribal nations to find community-led solutions for healing, wellness, and growth. The brand is a mission-driven organization grounded in their core values of indigeneity, thought leadership, innovation, integrity, collaboration, and results.

Through a diverse team of experts, including members of various tribes, KAI provides strategic planning, research and evaluation, meeting and event planning, as well as training and technical assistance services. Their goal is to drive positive change across Indian Country, working closely with diverse stakeholders to combine stories of lived experiences with data-driven insights. KAI is committed to open, authentic, and transparent relationships with colleagues, clients, partners, and community members, ultimately seeking to generate impact and ensure positive change in individuals, communities, and organizations