Kurt Hallead is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the energy sector and sports management. Currently serving as Head of Global Energy at The Benchmark Company, LLC since December 2022, Kurt has also held roles as Co-Founder of Legacy League, where fan engagement solutions for collegiate sports were developed, and as an Assistant Football Coach and Executive Adviser at Southwestern University since 2013. Notable prior positions include Managing Director at RBC Capital Markets for nearly two decades, where significant achievements included leading Global Energy Research to a top 10 market share and doubling franchise revenue to approximately $250 million. Earlier career highlights include success as an Oilfield Services Analyst at Merrill Lynch and a Portfolio Manager at Cambridge Investment Partners, where Kurt raised substantial assets and generated impressive returns. Kurt holds degrees from Northwestern University and Michigan State University, along with additional education in sports management.