Mitchell Bearden

Mitchell Bearden has a diverse work experience, starting from 2012. Mitchell began their career as a Cinematographer at Shepherds Loft in 2012 and then worked as a Customer Assistant at Pike Nurseries from 2012 to 2013. Mitchell then became a Kayaking Instructor at Camp Timberlake for boys in 2013. Additionally, Mitchell worked as a Retail Guide at Nantahala Outdoor Center in 2014 and as a Baggage Handler at Delta Air Lines from April to August 2015. In 2015, they also worked as a Social Media Marketer at Blackrock Outdoor Company before transitioning to a role as an Intern at Passion City Church from May 2016 to May 2017. Mitchell later worked as an Outdoor Instructor at Basecamp Cullowhee from 2013 until an unspecified end date in 2016. From 2015, they worked as a Photographer specializing in outdoor product photography and marketing. Mitchell then progressed to become the Marketing and Communications Coordinator at Haywood Electric Membership in September 2017 before being promoted to Manager of Marketing and Economic Development in September 2021. Mitchell Bearden is currently employed at Haywood Electric Membership as the Chief Communications Officer, starting from November 2023.

Mitchell Bearden attended Western Carolina University from 2012 to 2016, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. Prior to that, they completed their high school education at McIntosh High School from 2008 to 2012. In addition to their formal education, Mitchell has also obtained several certifications, including being a Certified Key Account Executive from NRECA (obtained in 2020), an FAA Part 107 - Drone Pilot License from the Federal Aviation Administration (obtained in 2019), and Wilderness First Aid from the NATIONAL OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP SCHOOL (obtained information not provided).