Jeff Schmitt, Senior Editor
Jeff joined Poets&Quants in 2013. Since then, he has originated many of our signature features, including Meet the Class, Best & Brightest Business Students, 10 Business Schools To Watch, and Disruptive Startups. He also oversees the student columnist program. Before working at Poets&Quants, Jeff served as an online columnist for Forbes, Bloomberg Businessweek, and Sales & Marketing Management. Over his 30-year career, he has held leadership positions in marketing, legal compliance, and project management, along with working in business development and information technology. A graduate of Clarke University, Jeff lives in Dubuque, Iowa with his wife (Jill) and terrier (Sophie).
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