Mitch Powers

Mitch Powers is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in security consultancy, leadership, and human resources. Currently serving as Chief of Staff at CDW since January 2023, Mitch leads security strategy initiatives aimed at enhancing client capabilities. Prior to this role, Mitch held the position of Senior Security Consultant at Optiv Inc, contributing to identity and access management projects. Mitch's career includes significant roles such as IAM Delivery Manager at Focal Point Data Risk, VP of People at Ascent Solutions, and Professional Development Manager at Microsoft, where expertise in managing talent and customer engagements was cultivated. Earlier experience includes a Senior Consultant position at Logic Trends and a decade-long tenure in the Air Force, culminating as DMS NCOIC. Mitch holds an Associate of Arts degree in Human Resources from the Community College of the Air Force.