Bolton & Menk has announced that Dr. Chris Schmit has joined the firm, bringing nearly three decades of experience at South Dakota State University and extensive expertise in wastewater systems and infrastructure.
Editor’s Note: This story was adapted by Connect Business Magazine from information provided by Bolton & Menk.
Schmit spent nearly 30 years at South Dakota State University, where he taught generations of engineers and wastewater professionals. He now brings that experience to Bolton & Menk, where he will help communities across the Midwest address wastewater and infrastructure challenges.
Throughout his career, Schmit has become known across the region as a resource and educator in community wastewater systems. His experience combines technical expertise with an understanding of system operations, funding and the long-term infrastructure needs facing communities.
His move to Bolton & Menk also creates a unique professional connection within the firm, where some employees who previously learned from Schmit in the classroom will now have the opportunity to work alongside him.
“A legacy continues,” Bolton & Menk said in announcing Schmit’s arrival. “Colleagues who learned from Chris in the classroom now have the opportunity to work alongside him as he helps communities across the Midwest address wastewater and infrastructure challenges.”
The firm said Schmit’s combination of technical knowledge, teaching experience and practical understanding of community needs will strengthen its work with clients throughout the region.