Paul Kurtz

Paul Kurtz is a seasoned technology professional with extensive experience in sales and leadership roles across various organizations. Currently serving as Managing Director at LakeSurge since August 2025, Paul aims to position Michigan as a tech hub by fostering partnerships and prioritizing client success. Previously, Paul held the role of VP of Sales for the Americas Pursuit Team at Sumo Logic and led the Americas Sales Organization at Quantum, focusing on unstructured data solutions and strategic transformation efforts. With a solid foundation built at Cisco and Pure Storage, including roles such as Regional Sales Leader and District Sales Manager, Paul has consistently driven growth and innovation in technology sales. Paul holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Networking from Lake Superior State University.