Elise Mitchell

Elise Mitchell is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. A three-time CEO and leadership strategist, she advises global clients through her consultancy mitchell.com and is a sought-after keynote speaker.

• Harvard Business School Executive Education
• Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College
• Master’s in Communications (University of Memphis)
• Bachelor’s in Communications (Abilene Christian University)

Her research and practice focus on Leadership Development, Strategic Communications, and Neuroscience in Leadership, particularly in high-pressure environments and organizational transitions. A recurring theme in her work is the intersection of Emotional Intelligence, Decision-Making, and Agile Leadership.

Her 15 most recent articles (2023–2016) explore topics such as Change Management, Strategic Thinking, and Crisis Communication. These writings emphasize practical frameworks for Team Dynamics and Decision Science.

Scientific Awards

• Entrepreneur of the Year (NAFE)
• Agency Professional of the Year (PRWeek)
• Top 50 Power Player in Public Relations (PRWeek)
• Top Speaker to See (Huffington Post)

Elise mentors emerging leaders and contributes to platforms like Entrepreneur.com. She is a member of the Public Relations Society of America’s College of Fellows and serves as President of the International Communications Consultancy Organization.