Kurt R. Acker

Kurt R. Acker has over 15 years of experience in sales and business development roles. Kurt R. is currently working as the Director of Sales and Business Development at URAC since March 2018. Previously, Kurt worked as the Senior Director of Sales and Marketing at National Spine & Pain Centers from May 2016 to November 2017. In this role, they managed a team of 19 sales representatives and 4 marketing team members. Kurt R. was responsible for new business development, account management, lead generation, SEO, and branding. Kurt also played a key role in the company's acquisition functions related to sales and marketing and managed due diligence for the sale of the company.

From February 2013 to April 2016, Kurt worked as the Director of Marketing & Business Development at Capital Caring. Kurt R. oversaw a team of 17 representatives and was responsible for delivering new hospice and palliative care referrals. Kurt R. recruited, hired, coached, and trained staff and negotiated contracts with large health systems.

Prior to that, Kurt worked at Noblis as the National Sales Manager from November 2005 to November 2012. Kurt R. managed sales and territory operations, led a team of six field sales members, and served 800+ non-government providers and multiple federal healthcare agencies. Kurt also provided market product and brand education through various mediums such as web, client presentations, trade shows, and speaking engagements.

Kurt R. Acker holds a Bachelor's degree in Business/Corporate Communications from Ithaca College.