Board Bios: Meet Kim Schmitz

04.08.25 People

With over four decades in banking and a heart for servant leadership, Kim Schmitz brings both expertise and intention to every aspect of her life.

Currently serving as Vice President of Retail Branch Operations at Bank First, she’s spent the past six years with the organization and nearly 41 years in the banking industry overall.

One of her newest endeavors is joining the Sophia Board of Directors in January 2025.

Kim is deeply involved in the Fond du Lac community. She’s active in the local chapter of the Professional Women’s Connection and the local Home Builders Association, and serves on the board for the annual Empty Bowls event run by Envision Greater Fond du Lac’s Leadership Fond du Lac County Alumni.

At the heart of what she does is a philosophy of servant leadership—something she lives out both personally and professionally.

“To work with an organization who wants to take this philosophy out into the communities and companies to help develop leaders is very personal to me,” she shared. “I feel strongly that servant leadership is what helped me to be the leader, coach, and mentor I am today.”

Kim lives in Fond du Lac with her significant other, Eric, and has two grown children, Stephanie and Taylor. In her spare time, she enjoys shooting trap and sporting clays and spending time with her kids.

Please give a warm welcome to one of our newest Sophia Board Members, Kim!

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Written by Samantha King in People

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