Elise Mitchell

Elise Mitchell is a three-time CEO, leadership strategist, executive coach and business consultant. She is founder and chairman of Mitchell, an award-winning strategic communications firm. Under her leadership, the agency grew more than 500% in five years, was twice named to the Inc. 500/5000 list, and became one of the top 10 fastest-growing firms globally. At the end of 2012, Elise sold her firm and led its successful integration with Dentsu Aegis Network.

Over the past two decades, Elise has advised leaders from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies. Today she works with clients through her own leadership and business consultancy, elisemitchell.com.

Elise has received numerous awards for her success in business including: Entrepreneur of the Year, Agency Professional of the Year, a Top 50 Power Player in Public Relations, and a Top Speaker to See (Huffington Post).

Elise is a globally recognized leadership expert. She is the author of a best-selling book on leadership called “Leading Through the Turn” (McGraw Hill 2017) and a sought-after keynote speaker.

When she’s not working with clients, you can find Elise motorcycling with her husband, running or planning their next trip off the beaten path.