Professional Staff

Olivia Smith

Staff Licensing Coordinator

I am passionate about protecting the rivers, wetlands, and oceans on our planet as we increase our reliance on renewable energy. I came to Kleinschmidt to help clients and decision makers navigate the world of licensing and permitting, overcome challenges, and reach the best possible outcome for the environment, people, and wildlife.”


Olivia Smith is a Staff Licensing Coordinator at Kleinschmidt with 5+ years of experience. Olivia is an expert in communications and facilitation, with a wide range of experience across the Pacific Northwest. Olivia’s main expertise includes Fisheries and Water Resouces, Licensing and permitting, Utilities and Hydropower, Organizational Support, Logistical management, Writing and Editing, and Research.

She holds a B.A. in Environmental Studies from the University of Colorado, where she played lacrosse and attended a sustainability and environmental action program in Australia. Further training that Olivia has been involved in includes an Overview of Tribal Sovereignty and Federal Consultation, Northwest Hydroelectric Association Fall Regional Workshop, and Facilitation Skills Fundamentals.