Lindsay Mitchell

Lindsay Mitchell is a mission-driven program strategist and operations professional with expertise in designing experiential learning programs, leading operations and people functions and building relationships with diverse stakeholders. Based in Washington, D.C., Lindsay serves as a Chief of Staff, where she is responsible for supporting priorities both internally and externally with key clients and stakeholders. As a trusted advisor who works collaboratively with all levels of the firm, Lindsay drives action and impact across a wide range of initiatives related to new business development, firm governance, operations and team engagement.

Lindsay has more than 15 years of experience in the social impact and international development sectors. She gained a decade of experience working at a global advocacy organization focused on eliminating extreme poverty in sub-Saharan Africa. As a program director, Lindsay developed the program strategy and end-to-end trip execution for experiential learning trips to sub-Saharan Africa, hosting high-profile delegates such as donors, politicians and celebrities to cultivate advocates for development initiatives in the region. In this role, Lindsay established long-term, strategic relationships with NGOs, government representatives and civil society organizations in 15 African countries to deliver educational programs through storytelling and personal interactions with local development experts.

In addition to this experience, Lindsay also worked as the operations and talent manager at a global strategy consulting firm where she played an integral part in the development of five regional offices by serving as a primary resource for employee engagement initiatives, project staffing management, recruitment and training curriculums.