Big Muddy Speaker Series presents:

Jennifer Wendt is an environmental professional with more than 30 years of experience spanning analytical chemistry, municipal sustainability, and regional project management. With a technical foundation in pollutant analysis and over a decade in municipal government, she has led sustainability initiatives that balance environmental goals with real‑world economic constraints. Jennifer has managed complex projects both municipally and with BFA Engineering, consistently advancing practical, science‑based solutions. She empowers communities across Middle America to reduce pollution through collaboration, data‑driven strategies, and capacity building. Jennifer serves as Clean Water Director for the Mississippi River Cities & Towns Initiative (MRCTI), where she leads the Mississippi River Plastic Pollution Initiative and represents the region in national and international efforts to reduce plastic pollution. Her leadership bridges science, policy, and community action to drive measurable environmental progress.