Jeff Schmidt

Jeff Schmidt serves as the CEO of ECI since May 2023, leading managed services innovation for the financial sector. In parallel, Schmidt holds advisory positions at ACC Consumer Finance and IoT Secure, focusing on transformative lending solutions and IoT security, respectively. As an investor and CEO at Avertium since 2019, Schmidt emphasizes team development and long-term growth strategies. Previously, Schmidt led Authomate, driving key partnerships prior to its acquisition, and built SQS-Software Quality Systems' US venture from inception to over $20 million in revenue. Schmidt's extensive experience includes significant roles at British Telecom, overseeing a global cybersecurity portfolio, and leading Managed Security Solutions, complemented by academic pursuits at prestigious institutions such as Yale University and The University of Georgia.