Kurt Gresens, CEO, Wipfli Advisory LLC

Kurt Gresens, CPA, CMA, CGMA

CEO, Wipfli Advisory LLC

Kurt Gresens is the CEO of Wipfli Advisory LLC. He is responsible for the firm’s vision, strategy, leadership, growth and overall performance. Kurt also ensures that the culture and values of the firm are maintained and enhanced.

During more than 30 years at Wipfli, Kurt has built a strong record of understanding critical issues, accurately evaluating problems and developing unique, sound business solutions, both with clients and as a leader in the firm. He values not just success and profitability but also the strategic journey to achieving those goals.

Kurt’s diverse business experience taught him the value of having a deep, personal and trusting relationship with clients and the strategic and advisory role a CPA must bring. That includes proactively providing the clear solutions they need to lead their industries and achieve their goals. 

His passion as CEO is to grow the firm, empower associates’ career aspirations and secure its legacy by embodying the mission, vision and values that set Wipfli apart.

  • Certified Public Accountant
  • Certified Management Accountant
  • Chartered Global Management Accountant

  • Allinial Global Executive Board of Directors — Secretary/Treasurer
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) - Member
  • Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants (WICPA) - Member

University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Bachelor of business administration degree

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  • Kurt Gresens

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    Stepping up to support and expand the accounting profession

    Wipfli Managing Partner Kurt Gresens is taking on an important role with the AICPA, the world’s largest accounting membership organization.

  • Winning with purpose

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    Winning with purpose

    Explore how Wipfli defines winning with purpose, focusing on purpose-driven leadership, strategic goals and impactful community growth.

  • The cornerstones of success: Listening to clients and delivering quality work

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    The cornerstones of success: Listening to clients and delivering quality work

    Discover the importance of listening to clients and delivering quality work in our firm. Kurt Gresens shares our 2024 Client Experience (CX) Survey results and how it drives Wipfli’s success. #ClientExperience #QualityWork"