Jackson Schmidtke

Jackson Schmidtke is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in environmental and energy policy analysis, project management, and communications. Currently serving as an Environmental and Energy Policy Analyst at Xcel Energy, Jackson launched a successful 200 MW renewable energy subscription product and effectively transitioned two existing products with a significant subscriber base. Prior experience includes managing a diverse portfolio of international study abroad programs at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, resulting in participation rates exceeding the national average, as well as designing a health insurance enrollment system for international students. Jackson's career also encompasses roles in multimedia journalism and video production, showcasing strong storytelling and content creation skills. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Innovation, Leadership, and Management from the University of York and a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.