Marisa Mitchell is the National Retail Federation Foundation’s manager of partnerships and outreach. In this role, she is responsible for key partnerships across the NRF Foundation’s main programs. She is also responsible for connecting organizations across the country — including educational organizations, state retail associations, workforce organizations, community colleges and retailers — with the Foundation’s RISE Up program.
Prior to joining NRF in 2023, Mitchell led marketing and development for a community-based organization in Virginia that serves women transitioning out of the jail and prison system. The Alexandria (Va.) Chamber of Commerce honored Mitchell as a 40 Under 40 honoree for her work.
Originally from Alexandria, Va., Mitchell holds a bachelor’s degree in finance and international business from New York University’s Stern School of Business. She enjoys spending time with family, cooking and traveling with her husband.