Devon Schmidt

Devon Schmidt has extensive experience in financial management and budgeting. They started their career as a Government Billing Analyst at CSX Transportation, where they analyzed and billed projects for non-freight revenue. They then worked at La Plata County as a Contract Manager, overseeing contract compliance and managing a purchasing team. Devon then transitioned to the City of Durango, where they held various roles including Acting Finance Director, Budget and Strategic Planning Manager, and Chief Financial Officer. In these positions, they were responsible for developing and managing a $170 million budget, coordinating staff activities, establishing asset control procedures, and implementing revenue strategies. Devon also facilitated the collaboration and development of strategic plans. Overall, Devon Schmidt has a strong background in financial management and strategic planning.

Devon Schmidt earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Business Administration and Management, General from Fort Lewis College, where they attended from 2008 to 2012. Later, they pursued a Master's Degree in Management at Colorado State University, from 2012 to 2013.