Kurt Hansen
About Kurt Hansen
Kurt Hansen serves as the Senior Director of Financial Institution Sales at Sallie Mae, where he has worked since 1990. He has extensive experience in financial services, having previously held positions at Student Loan Corp/Citibank and Paine Webber.
Current Role at Sallie Mae
Kurt Hansen serves as the Senior Director of Financial Institution Sales at Sallie Mae, a position he has held since 1990. In this role, he manages the relationship management and contract services teams. Over the past 48 months, he has established more than 1,800 new customer relationships. His responsibilities include prospecting new clients, negotiating complex contracts with lender partners, and developing marketing strategies to increase private student loan volume.
Previous Experience at Citibank
Before returning to Sallie Mae, Kurt Hansen worked at Student Loan Corp/Citibank as Vice President of Acquisitions from 1999 to 2001. During his tenure, he was responsible for significant financial operations, including the purchase of over $15 billion annually in government-guaranteed loans from major lenders. His experience at Citibank contributed to his expertise in financial institution sales and acquisitions.
Career Background at Paine Webber
Kurt Hansen began his career at Paine Webber, where he worked as Vice President - Investment Advisor from 1988 to 1990. This role provided him with foundational experience in investment advising, which has informed his later work in financial sales and client relationship management.
Education and Qualifications
Kurt Hansen studied at Stevenson High School, where he completed his General Studies. He later attended the University of Missouri-Columbia, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Economics. His educational background supports his extensive career in financial services and sales.
Sales Experience at 3M
Prior to his roles in financial services, Kurt Hansen worked as a Sales Representative at 3M from 1986 to 1988. This early experience in sales provided him with essential skills in client engagement and product promotion, which have been beneficial throughout his career in financial institutions.