Pat Mitchell

Pat Mitchell is a prominent media executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations. Currently serving as the Editorial Director of TEDWomen and Co-Founder of Connected Women Leaders, Mitchell has been a member of the Sundance Institute Board of Trustees since 1996, holding the position of Chair from 2014 to 2021. Previously, Mitchell was the Managing Editorial Director and Curator for TED at TED Conferences, and Co-Chair Emerita for the Women's Media Center. As President and CEO of The Paley Center for Media and PBS, Mitchell oversaw significant transitions, including the shift to digital broadcasting and the strengthening of national programming. Mitchell's early career includes roles as an Executive Producer at Turner Broadcasting System, Founder of VU Productions, and Co-Host at NBC News. Pat holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's Degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Georgia.