Kari James Schmidt

Kari James Schmidt is an experienced professional in the health care and real estate investment sectors. Currently serving as Franchise Owner at Dermani Medspa since July 2023, Kari previously held the position of Managing Director at Scarp Ridge Capital Partners from June 2021 to July 2023, focusing on distressed and opportunistic real estate investments. Kari's extensive background at Brookdale spanned over 22 years, during which roles included Senior Vice President of Strategic Operations, Division President, Divisional Vice President of Operations, and Regional Vice President of Operations, overseeing various community types across multiple states. Kari began a career in health care at Eby Development and Management as Regional Director of Operations, responsible for developing assisted living facilities in Nebraska and Iowa. Academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Health Care Administration from The University of Kansas and a Bachelor's degree in Health Services Administration from Wichita State University.