About Kurt

I’m not a career politician. My roots in this community run deep. Growing up in Hamlin and attending Hilton schools means I was raised right here in District 134.

Today, I serve as the General Manager of Chip's Auto, a family-owned business down the road. For years, I’ve had the privilege of serving neighbors from Parma, Hilton, and across our region, learning that real leadership means listening to customers, solving problems, and staying within a budget.

But the connection to this district is more than just history. As a renter in Greece since 2007, the anxiety of rising costs and housing insecurity isn't just a talking point—it's a daily reality. This campaign is about bringing that practical, working-class perspective to Albany.



My commitment to our neighbors isn't theoretical—it comes from real life. I didn't grow up with a silver spoon; I grew up learning how to survive. I’ve lived through the silent battles of complex family trauma, navigated the terrifying uncertainty of my brother’s cancer diagnosis, and walked the painful journey of a sister battling addiction. I know what it feels like when the system fails to catch you, and I know the grit it takes to keep going. I am running to ensure that when families in District 134 face their darkest moments—whether mental, physical, or financial—they have a community and a government that has their back.

I believe you shouldn't have to fit a mold to run for office. I believe in 'what you see is what you get.'

I’ve built my life alongside my partner of six years. I come from a big, close-knit family, so while we don't have children of our own, I take my title as 'Uncle Kurt' very seriously—spoiling my three nieces and three nephews is a top priority.

Music is a huge part of my life. You’ll frequently find me at concerts, usually catching an emo or pop-punk set, though my playlist spans everything from indie to R&B. I’ve also been a fixture in the Kickball League of Rochester since 2009, where I've met some of my closest friends.

I am a proud nerd who shamelessly collects Pokémon cards, and I use that passion to participate in the annual 'Extra Life' fundraiser, streaming video games to raise money for Golisano Children's Hospital. And while I don't have pets of my own right now, I live vicariously through others—meaning I have a strict policy of making friends with every animal I meet.