John DiFazio

As managing director at the consulting and advisory firm Kaufman Hall, a Vizient company, John DiFazio brings more than 22 years of broker-dealer, investment banking, and capital markets experience, helping organizations navigate complex financial challenges, evaluate financing alternatives, and develop solutions aligned with their long-term strategic objectives.

Prior to joining Kaufman Hall, John spent nine years at Morgan Stanley, where he helped establish the firm’s Capital Solutions team and later founded and led its Municipal Capital Markets practice, including oversight of the municipal syndicate desk. Previously, he spent a decade at Citi in roles spanning municipal derivatives, structured finance, municipal lending, and debt syndication. Throughout his career, he has worked across the capital markets ecosystem to structure financing solutions, manage financial risks, and help organizations pursue strategic opportunities.

At Kaufman Hall, John draws on this experience to help healthcare organizations evaluate capital strategies, navigate evolving market conditions, and identify financing solutions that support their strategic and financial priorities. His approach emphasizes looking beyond individual transactions to develop integrated solutions that strengthen financial flexibility, support growth, and position organizations for long-term success.