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# Team Q&A: Kurt Strecker - Software Developer
**URL:** https://virtual-peaker.com/blog/team-qa-kurt-strecker/
Date: 2020-03-30
Author: Bill Burke
Post Type: post
Summary: Building a sustainable future is top of mind for everyone at Virtual Peaker, and integral to the work of software […]
Categories: Culture
Featured Image: https://virtual-peaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/fullsizeoutput_130b-1.jpeg
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Building a sustainable future is top of mind for [everyone at Virtual Peaker](https://virtual-peaker.com/company/), and integral to the work of software developer Kurt Strecker!
## What did you do before joining Virtual Peaker?
For many years, I ran my own fashion still life and retail photography business. But ever since I was a kid, I’ve always wanted to be a programmer. Before joining Virtual Peaker, I found a job developing workplace automation solutions for commercial and e-retail businesses, which allowed me to merge my photographic skills with my passion for writing code.
## What’s your role at Virtual Peaker?
I found my dream job at Virtual Peaker as a software developer. I wasn’t looking, but I jumped at the chance to work in the energy sector. At Virtual Peaker, I’m proud that we’re doing our part to help get the world on track towards a more sustainable future. And we’re a small, nimble team, so whatever innovation we roll out—from new features to products to interfaces to client reports—I’ve likely touched it and helped to make it better for our clients.
## What else can you share?
I own more board games than I can realistically play, which I think reflects my desire to always keep my mind engaged and creative. When I need to disconnect, I love to head outdoors. The Red River Gorge a couple of hours east of Louisville is one of my favorite spots to camp, hike, and get completely immersed in nature.
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