Benjamin Schmitt
About Benjamin Schmitt
Benjamin Schmitt is a Managing Director at Piper Sandler in Chicago, Illinois, a position he has held since 2020. He previously worked at Sandler O'Neill & Partners, L.P. for seven years in various roles, including Director and Vice President, and has experience as a Financial Data Consultant at Dun & Bradstreet and an Investment Analyst at Mercer Investment Consulting.
Current Role at Piper Sandler
Benjamin Schmitt serves as a Managing Director at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2020. He is based in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various financial services and client relationships, leveraging his extensive experience in the finance sector.
Previous Experience at Sandler O'Neill & Partners, L.P.
Prior to joining Piper Sandler, Benjamin Schmitt worked at Sandler O'Neill & Partners, L.P. for seven years, from 2013 to 2020. During his tenure, he held multiple positions including Director, Vice President, and Associate. His roles involved significant responsibilities in financial analysis and client management.
Early Career Background
Benjamin Schmitt began his career as a Financial Data Consultant at Dun & Bradstreet in 2001. He worked there for a brief period of two months. He then transitioned to Mercer Investment Consulting as an Investment Analyst from 2003 to 2004, where he gained foundational experience in investment analysis.
Education and Qualifications
Benjamin Schmitt studied at Valley High School before pursuing higher education at The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), equipping him with essential knowledge and skills for his career in finance.