William Mitchell

William Mitchell is an experienced media sales executive with a long career in digital content and sales. He currently serves as Senior Sales Director at CNN, a position he has held since April 2008.12

Professional Background: Throughout his career, Mitchell has demonstrated expertise in sales and marketing across multiple media and technology companies:

• CNN Role: Sells CNN Video, breaking news stories, and online content to multi-platform media companies12
• Previous Positions:
  • Vice President of Affiliate Sales and Marketing at MTV Networks (May 1995 - December 2003)
  • Regional Sales Manager at Showtime Networks (November 1990 - May 1995)
  • Sales Solution Specialist at Teradata (October 2005 - March 2008)
  • Sales Representative at Owens Corning Fiberglas (June 1985 - November 1990)

Professional Achievements:

• Managed sales regions serving cable systems with over 16 million customers in 17 states
• Helped CNN affiliates grow their business by leveraging the CNN brand
• Selected for prestigious industry leadership development programs, including NAMIC Executive Leadership Development at UCLA's Anderson School of Business

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and Public Relations from Morehouse College1

Mitchell is based in the Greater Atlanta Area and has a goal of launching and expanding market share while reducing costs and increasing profits in the media and digital space.1