The Potawatomi Business Development Corporation (PBDC), which is the economic diversification arm of the Forest County Potawatomi Community, announced that it has hired Robert E. Schmitt, former president of Grunau Project Development, to lead its new construction management firm Greenfire Management Services, LLC (GMS).
“With Bob and his team, GMS has the experience and personnel to help ensure clients receive the highest quality construction on time and within budget,” said Pepi Randolph, CEO of the Potawatomi Business Development Corp. “PBDC is responding to a need in the marketplace for Native American, owned and operated construction management firms. As we continue to diversify the tribes’ portfolio beyond gaming, we’re excited to be in a position to help create jobs and build Milwaukee.”
Greenfire Management Services hopes to attract business from clients needing minority contractor participation.
Schmitt has nearly 40 years of experience in all phases of the construction process. He worked closely with the tribe during the construction of the initial $120 million Potawatomi Bingo & Casino, and has been working with PBDC as a consultant on their Concordia Trust Property.
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