She has a Bachelor's of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Alaska Anchorage and a Master's Degree in Accounting from Florida State University. Ms. Mitchell is an active member of the ASCPA, and serves as the chair of the Education Committee. She has published on taxation topics in the Journal of Accountancy, the Tax Advisor, and Practical Tax Strategies. Although Ms. Mitchell has left full time practice as a CPA, she continues to provide consulting and taxation services to various nonprofits, small companies and individuals. In addition, she serves as the Site Coordinator for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Pike County site.