Rodney Schmidt
About Rodney Schmidt
Rodney Schmidt Professional Titles
Rodney Schmidt currently holds the positions of Vice President, Corporate Development, and CEO at Blue Planet Technologies Canada Ltd. In addition, he is the Founder and CEO of Northrise Energy, a privately-held energy advisory firm. His extensive career in the energy and financial sectors also included roles such as Managing Director at Standard Chartered Bank and Standard Chartered Securities N.A. Inc.
Rodney Schmidt's Education and Academic Background
Rodney Schmidt holds a Master’s degree in International Relations from the School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) at Johns Hopkins University. He also earned a graduate degree in Economics from Queen’s University at Kingston and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics (with Honors) from the University of Alberta. These academic achievements provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in the global energy and financial industries.
Rodney Schmidt's Experience at PFC Energy
Rodney Schmidt joined PFC Energy in 1989 and served as a partner for 17 years. During his tenure, he was instrumental in developing PFC Energy into a leading advisory group within the global energy industry. His role involved providing strategic advice and insights, significantly contributing to the firm's reputation and success.
Rodney Schmidt's Career in Global Energy and Financial Industries
With over 30 years of experience, Rodney Schmidt has established himself in the global energy and financial industries. His career highlights include his leadership roles at Blue Planet Technologies Canada Ltd., Northrise Energy, Standard Chartered Bank, and Standard Chartered Securities N.A. Inc. He has also advised several CO2 technology companies and published extensively on topics related to the global energy industry and energy taxation.
Rodney Schmidt's Early Career in Financial Analysis
Rodney Schmidt's early career included work at the Monetary and Financial Analysis division of the Bank of Canada in Ottawa. Here, he gained valuable experience in financial analysis, which laid the groundwork for his later roles in the financial sector, including his position as Managing Director at Standard Chartered Bank.