Accruit Names Steve Holtkamp as President to Lead Next Phase of 1031 Exchange Innovation

Leadership shakeups are common in fintech—but Accruit’s latest move is all about strategic momentum. The Denver-based 1031 exchange leader, part of Inspira Financial, has officially named Steve Holtkamp as its new President, while founder Brent Abrahm transitions to a focused role as CEO.

The appointment marks a key milestone for Accruit, which has steadily positioned itself as a forward-thinking force in the 1031 exchange industry—a niche but powerful lever for real estate investors looking to defer capital gains taxes. With Holtkamp at the operational helm and Abrahm driving vision, the company is doubling down on modernizing a sector historically bogged down by paperwork and regulatory complexity.

“Steve’s finance and strategy background, coupled with his knack for innovation, make him the ideal leader to take Accruit to the next level,” said Abrahm. “This isn’t just about continuity—it’s about acceleration.”

Holtkamp Steps In With Proven Growth Chops

If Holtkamp’s name sounds familiar, it should. He’s been instrumental in Accruit’s growth since joining in 2020 as CFO, and later as Chief Revenue Officer and Senior Managing Director, where he oversaw Business Development and Marketing.

His elevation to President formalizes a leadership role he’s already been executing behind the scenes—guiding strategic expansion, strengthening client partnerships, and driving innovation in an otherwise sleepy corner of real estate finance.

Holtkamp’s résumé includes more than internal wins. He’s also a known player in industry advocacy, currently serving as Treasurer of the Federation of Exchange Accommodators (FEA), where he’s lobbied to preserve and protect the 1031 exchange framework—especially amid growing scrutiny from tax reform advocates.

A New Era for 1031 Exchanges?

The timing of this move matters. With interest in alternative tax-efficient investing on the rise—and with real estate markets seeking stability post-rate-hike whiplash—1031 exchanges are back in the spotlight. Accruit is betting that a tech-forward, client-centric approach can give it a competitive edge in a market still dominated by legacy processes.

Holtkamp has been vocal about bridging traditionally siloed industries, using technology and service integration to turn the 1031 exchange from a compliance checkbox into a value-added strategy for investors, advisors, and institutions alike.

“The future of this space depends on delivering not just transactions, but transformational experiences,” Holtkamp has noted in recent appearances. Under his leadership, Accruit seems poised to do just that.

Backed by Inspira Financial’s Broader Playbook

Accruit is a wholly owned solution of Inspira Financial, which has been actively expanding its footprint across health, wealth, retirement, and benefits. With Holtkamp and Abrahm still serving on Inspira’s leadership team, this appointment strengthens the integration between 1031 exchange capabilities and the firm’s broader financial ecosystem.

“Under Steve’s guidance, we are confident Accruit will continue to thrive and innovate,” said Matt Marek, President of Inspira Financial. “He’s the right leader for this next chapter.”

What to Watch

For clients, advisors, and competitors, Holtkamp’s promotion signals a few key trends worth monitoring:

• Increased Product Integration: Expect deeper ties between 1031 solutions and Inspira’s retirement and wealth platforms.
• Client Experience Overhaul: With Holtkamp’s focus on innovation, user-friendly digital tools and streamlined services could become the norm.
• Regulatory Advocacy: Accruit isn’t just reacting to regulation—it’s shaping it. Holtkamp’s presence in policy circles suggests an active defense of the 1031 model.

This leadership change isn’t a pivot—it’s a power-up. With Holtkamp and Abrahm working in tandem, Accruit is sharpening its edge in a niche market that’s quietly becoming a fintech frontier.

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