MITCHELL CONSULTING Turning heads and changing attitudes
Our tagline is turning heads and changing attitudes - that's what we do for communities.
Our tagline is turning heads and changing attitudes - that's what we do for communities.
Tanja is a cultural connector. She knows how to organize a community around critical and impactful issues. Through her work with local government, community leaders and major stakeholders, she knows how to connect developments and ideas to community in an authentic and genuine way. She is experienced in organizational leadership, development strategies and executing innovative initiatives to move your organization forward in a substantial way.
Through employment with City of Memphis Housing and Community Development and Uptown Partnership, Tanja found her niche in community development and engagement.
Tanja has served on several boards including Grow Memphis, Memphis River Parks Partnership, Memphis Depot Redevelopment Agency, and A Step Ahead Foundation were she served as the board chair. She currently serves on boards that reflect her passion: Downtown Memphis Commission CCDC Board Chair, Memphis Housing Authority, Explore Bike Share and Overton Park Shell.
In 2018, Tanja was presented with a Downtown Vision Award for her service to the Downtown Community. Tanja is passionate about people and places and believes that every citizen deserves to live and play in communities that are safe, decent and satisfying. With nearly twenty years of experience in community development and engagement, Tanja is highly respected for her expertise in community building and relations.
Mitchell Consulting was created to help make neighborhoods more viable urban communities by providing effective community engagement strategies that aim to create a suitable living environment. As consultants, we bring our deep experience and expertise in community development and resident engagement to a broad array of organizations, municipalities and stakeholders who are committed to the holistic development of diverse, healthy, and vibrant communities. We take a holistic approach to consulting, focusing on every aspect of a community's operations to identify areas for improvement and growth. We work closely with our clients to develop customized solutions that meet their unique needs.
Tanja is a dedicated advocate for community development, driven by a deep passion for creating a stronger, more united Memphis. Her mission is rooted in fostering collaboration and bringing people together to address the issues that matter most to them. With a steadfast belief in connected, safe and thriving communities and ensuring that all voices are heard and represented, Tanja is committed to initiating meaningful change.
Her leadership style focuses on building bridges across divides, connecting local businesses with their clientele to foster mutual growth and improvement. By actively engaging with diverse voices, she works to ensure that everyone is heard and empowered to make a difference. Tanja’s approach is both strategic and compassionate, always focused on delivering tangible results that elevate the quality of life for all.
Whether she’s working to expand access to affordable housing, championing initiatives, creating safe communities or helping local businesses thrive, Tanja is at the forefront of making Memphis a more inclusive and prosperous city. Her unwavering commitment to creating a better future for her community is not just a vision—it’s a call to action for everyone to come together and make lasting, positive change.
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