Kent was born in Snowflake, Arizona. He and his 9 siblings learned the value of hard work while growing up on a cattle ranch. He owns his own accounting business while managing the family ranch with his brother. Kent served his mission in New Zealand where he gained a strong testimony of the gospel. When his father died, he gained a testimony of the Plan of Salvation that carries him through the really rough times. He has learned that by trusting the Savior everything that happens will be for his good if he allows it.