Kurt graduated cum laude from the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1983 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics and education. After eight years employed as a high school educator and coach, he joined Dain Bosworth (RBC Wealth Management) as a financial advisor in 1991. In 1994, after completing the extensive curriculum required, Kurt earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification. This certification requires that members have in-depth knowledge of the complete financial planning process, as well as abide by a strict conduct code of ethics. Kurt has also passed the Series 7, 63 and 66 securities exams and has worked as a financial advisor for more than 30 years.

Raised in northeastern Nebraska with his four brothers, Kurt currently lives on an acreage outside of Lincoln. The acreage work is demanding at times, but is a wonderful stress reliever for him. Kurt loves his time outdoors. He is very involved with his church and has volunteered with various organizations, such as City Impact, Lincoln Pregnancy Center, and various youth mentoring and coaching programs. Kurt met his wife, Kathy, as a high school teacher in Texas and has been very happily married for more than 35 years. They have two children, Jared and Megan.