Hagan Schmidt

COO & LED Lighting Expert, Birddog Lighting

Hagan Schmidt is an expert in LED and linear lighting with nearly two decades of hands-on experience. A Montana native, he joined Birddog Lighting in Bozeman in 2007 and has been instrumental in its growth into one of the nation’s most trusted sources for LED rope, strip, and neon lighting. As Chief Operations Officer, Hagan has not only been charged with managing operations, he has also conducted product quality inspections in overseas factories, and was intimately involved in the design of our advanced warehouse facility and corresponding procedures.  Hagan brings technical wisdom, critical thinking, and a discerning eye to this vital role.

Drawing on years of hands-on experience, Hagan writes to make lighting clear, approachable, and practical for every type of project. Whether it’s a homeowner tackling their first install or a contractor planning a large-scale project, he takes pride in transforming confusion into confidence—helping every project end up brighter, safer, and built to last.