EDC of Wayne County Names Manager

Sarah Mitchell

The EDC of Wayne County has named Sarah Mitchell manager of existing business and education. She previously served as city planner for Richmond. Through her role there, Mitchell has worked on a number of economic development projects in which the EDC was involved. While at the city, Mitchell played an integral role in several initiatives and projects including Stellar Communities planning and implementation, Blight Elimination Program, Neighborhood Stabilization Program, Plan Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals.

She has a Master of Science in management from Indiana University and a Bachelor of Urban Planning and Development from Ball State University. Mitchell is a member of the board of directors for several organizations including Boys and Girls Club of Wayne County, Communities in Schools, City of Richmond Revolving Loan Fund, and the Urban Enterprise Association. She was the Wayne County coordinator for the Indiana Bicentennial and a Top 20 Wayne County Young Professional in 2016.