Kurt Shenk is a partner at RSM US LLP and the national technology sector leader for the firm.
Kurt has over 15 years of experience serving private equity-backed and public companies in the software, hardware, and semiconductor sectors. His expertise includes account management for complex, global, acquisition-oriented technology companies.
In 2018, Kurt was selected as an industry eminent for the technology, media, and telecommunications industry. The Industry Eminence Program positions senior analysts to understand, forecast, and communicate economic, business, and technology trends that are shaping the industries RSM serves. As an analyst, Kurt has been published numerous times, spoken at various technology sector events nationwide, and served several of the firm’s largest clients.
In 2024, Kurt was recognized by Forbes in their inaugural list of Top 200 CPAs. Kurt holds several professional affiliations and designations, including Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, and Chartered Global Management Accountant. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Maryland and an Executive Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
The technology industry is evolving rapidly as its footprint and influence expand across virtually every sector of the economy. Technology company leaders must navigate varying levels of regulation worldwide, including data security, labor, immigration, and commerce. Additionally, they must address the industry's inherent complexities, such as intense competition for talent, the constant need for innovation crucial to survival, and the critical demands of managing capital.
RSM understands these challenges and advises a diverse range of high-growth, private equity- and venture capital-backed companies. Its professionals work with tech companies at all stages—from early-stage startups to established brands in software, hardware, IT services, semiconductors, and more. Many clients, including those in health tech, auto tech, education tech, and other subsectors, operate at the intersection of technology and other industries, benefiting from RSM’s cross-industry expertise. The firm is committed to providing value-added resources and insights to help companies thrive at every stage of their business life cycle.
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