Kurt Knapton is a business leader and social-impact investor passionate about helping equip and encourage faith-driven entrepreneurs to make a positive difference with their companies.
Kurt is the former CEO of Research Now (rebranded Dynata), the world’s largest first-party data platform for insights, research, and advertising. Earlier in his career, he was a management consultant with Accenture and Booz Allen Hamilton. Today, Kurt invests in purpose-driven companies through the brand Realm Resources. Kurt holds a BBA from Baylor University and an MBA from Dartmouth College.
Kurt serves on several non-profit boards, including the Lion’s Den DFW and the Lighthouse for Christ Mission in Kenya. Additionally, Kurt established the Restore Hope Orphan Sponsorship Program in Sierra Leone.
Kurt and his wife Martha Lu have been married for over 35 years. They reside in Arlington, Texas and have two adult children, Lauren and Brooks. Kurt enjoys mentoring, traveling, sports, and many forms of outdoor activities, including hiking, snow skiing, and scuba diving.
