Mitchell Alexander Email & Phone Number

Richmond, Virginia, United States

-Leads procurements of a diverse range of IT and non-IT goods and services through Virginia's competitive processes, including sealed bidding (IFB), competitive negotiation (RFP), sole source, emergency, and small purchase methods-Plays a pivotal role in the entire procurement lifecycle, showcasing exceptional skills in drafting complex specifications, negotiating and awarding high-value contracts, and overseeing contract administration-Manages the development of complex documents for cloud-based software, including contractual terms, scopes of work (SOWs), and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), with keen attention to risk-mitigation provisions-Demonstrates keen market research abilities, diligently identifying cost savings and opportunities for reduced administrative effort-As the agency's SWaM champion, leads the development of the annual SWaM plan alongside monthly tracking and reporting; identifies opportunities to increase participation by minority-owned and women-owned businesses-Serves as the agency's eVA Security Officer and Data Management Lead, developing efficient approval workflows and implementing procurement policies across 130+ user accounts -Thoroughly evaluates supplier performance, consistently ensuring exceptional service to end users and delivering outstanding customer support throughout the purchasing process

Richmond, Virginia, United States

-Procures various IT and non-IT goods or services, ensuring compliance with agency and statewide policies and laws-Initiates purchase orders using eVA, ensuring order accuracy and resolving vendor issues-Assists senior staff throughout the procurement lifecycle to include drafting specifications, coordinating RFx Committees, the VITA IT approval process (including ECOS Assessments), vendor relationship management, and contract administration-Conducts procurement market research (specifications, vendors, prices, usage reports) for buyers and end users-Prepares, maintains, and corrects supplier diversity spend data (SWaM) in conjunction with the Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (DSBSD)-Refined the agency's SWaM reporting procedure in CY2021 and led the implementation of a SWaM Strategic Plan-Evaluates supplier performance and provides purchasing customer service to end users

Richmond, Virginia, United States

Concurrently with the Virginia Management Fellowship, served as a member of the DMV Contracts & Procurement team, working with senior and executive staff on turnkey and complex projects of various scopes.

Richmond, Virginia, United States

The Virginia Management Fellows (VMF) Program provides a management and leadership pipeline that deploys people, knowledge, skills, and experience in preparing Fellows for state government service in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The intent of the program is to strengthen the succession planning bench for future leadership and management roles in all branches of state government. The position provides professional work experience aligned with agency missions, completion of independent research projects, participation in a public service project, and completion of program educational components.

- Assist in the research, planning and coordination of a detailed community engagement plan in a region covering 32 Virginia counties and cities- Research and identify emerging issues of interest to the Senator and prepare detailed, accurate reports and policy briefings- Assist in the organization and execution of the Senator’s travel in the region, collaborating with key stakeholders at the state and local level under strict time constraints- Represent the Senator at events to coincide with legislative priorities, namely CTE, workforce development, and healthcare, while effectively responding to stakeholder questions and concerns - Oversee a constituent services portfolio including complex issue areas such as immigration and consular affairs- Produce and edit a variety of official correspondence bearing the Senator's signature, including intergovernmental communications- Provide administrative support to the Regional Director, including office management functions and execution of a student internship program- Maintain public trust by ensuring confidentiality of sensitive constituent information and compliance with Senate Ethics Committee guidelines

Salem, Virginia

• Assisted in the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of key donors • Provided support for premier donor recognition events, including President's Evening, to honor tiers beginning at $1,000 annually • Analyzed and prepared confidential reports for the Roanoke Rising campaign; tracked progress and observed benchmarks toward the college’s $200 million goal • Prepared confidential briefing materials and itineraries for the President, Vice-President of Resource Development, and their staff • Assisted in event planning through the production of graphically complex invitations for print and online audiences • Served as co-chair for the Class of 2018 Fundraising Committee • Maintained and updated donor and alumni records • Provided administrative support to over a dozen staff members

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Drafted copy and produced content for digital fundraising and mobilization campaigns • Assisted with A/B testing; tracked analytics of e-mail and social media campaigns • Maintained and updated donor records to ensure FEC compliance • Researched topics and emerging trends for targeted digital campaigns • Provided clerical support to dozens of staff throughout multiple departments

Roanoke, Virginia Area

• Used Adobe Creative Suite to edit and produce photo, sound, and video projects for multiple campus departments • Provided audiovisual support for events of various size and needs • Provided friendly internal and external customer service while anticipating client needs • Recorded, edited, and published video for distinguished campus events (e.g. Commencement)

Roanoke, Va

• Worked alongside a local city council campaign in order to elect an independent candidate without access to existing party infrastructure • Assisted in procuring voter turnout of over 20 precincts in a metropolitan region with 60,000 individual registered voters • Utilized mobile apps and technologies to store and retrieve voter data • Supervised a team of 7 student workers and reported directly to the campaign manager • Maintained campaign message through direct mail and direct voter contact

Camp Powhatan Bsa

-Assisted the Director of Programs with the day-to-day functioning of a nationally-accredited summer camp that serves nearly 10,000 guests each season-Developed a strategic, multi-year plan to increase and maintain staff retention and morale-Coordinated and processed onboarding of staff to include employment paperwork and initial training-Oversaw professional development and training activities for a staff of more than 100 -Managed the recruitment, hiring, and development of entry-level staff trainees

-Assisted the store manager in training new staff at the grand opening of a new location-Delivered exceptional internal and external customer service-Communicated complex tasks and assignments under strict time constraints

Bachelor'S Degree, Political Science & Criminal Justice, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Virginia21, Public Affairs Society, Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, Pi Sigma Alpha Honor Society, Alpha Phi Sigma Honor.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Sorensen Institute For Political Leadership, 2019 Emerging Leaders Program Graduate