Brian Kroshus (born c. 1968) is an American politician and businessman who has served as the 35th North Dakota State Treasurer since December 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he previously represented District 40 in the North Dakota House of Representatives.
Early Life and Education
Kroshus was born and raised in North Dakota. He attended Minot State University, where he earned a degree in accounting. Following his education, he established a career in business and finance.Business Career
Prior to entering state politics, Kroshus built a successful career in the private sector. He was the owner and operator of Kroshus & Kroll, Ltd., a certified public accounting firm based in Minot, North Dakota. His professional background in accounting and finance provided him with expertise in financial management and public oversight.Political Career
North Dakota House of Representatives
Kroshus was first elected to the North Dakota House of Representatives, representing District 40 (Minot), where he served from 2017 to 2021. During his tenure as a state legislator, he was involved in various committees, focusing on issues related to finance, taxation, and economic development.Campaign for Secretary of State
In 2018, Kroshus ran for North Dakota Secretary of State. He secured the Republican nomination but was ultimately defeated in the general election by long-serving incumbent Al Jaeger.North Dakota State Treasurer
In December 2021, Governor Doug Burgum appointed Kroshus as the North Dakota State Treasurer. He was selected to fill the vacancy created when Thomas Beadle resigned to become the state's Attorney General. Kroshus was sworn into office and began serving the remainder of the unexpired term.In November 2022, Kroshus successfully ran for a full term as State Treasurer, winning the general election and securing his position as the state's chief financial officer for a four-year term. As State Treasurer, Kroshus is responsible for managing the state's financial assets, overseeing investments, and ensuring fiscal accountability for public funds.