Brenda K. Mitchell

Brenda K. Mitchell
Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
In office
1992–1994
GovernorBob Casey Sr.
Preceded byChristopher A. Lewis
Succeeded byRobert N. Grant
Personal details
Born1942 or 1943 (age 83–84)[1]
PartyDemocratic
EducationFordham University (BA)
Hunter College (MA)
Nova Southeastern University (DPA)

Brenda K. Mitchell is an American politician who served as Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania from 1992 to 1994.

Early life and education

Mitchell was raised in New York City. She earned her undergraduate degree at Fordham University, a master's degree in urban affairs from Hunter College, and a doctorate in public administration from Nova University.[2]

Career

In 1987, Mitchell was appointed deputy secretary of economic policy under the Department of Commerce.[3] In 1990, she became special assistant to governor Bob Casey Sr.[4] Mitchell was sworn in as secretary of the commonwealth on May 6, 1992, and resigned on May 1, 1994.[5][6]

Mitchell is among the founders of Richard Allen Preparatory Charter School in Philadelphia.[7] She is the current president and CEO of Management and Environmental Technologies, Inc.[8]

Personal life

Mitchell has one son, Corrie.[5]

References

  1. ↑ "State secretary resigns". The Citizens' Voice. Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. April 16, 1994. p. 31. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
  2. ↑ "Here's a Look at State Officials Coming to Area On Monday". The Scranton Times-Tribune. November 24, 1991. p. 11. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
  3. ↑ "Black Appointees Play Major Role In Casey Cabinet". New Pittsburgh Courier. November 7, 1987. p. 3. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
  4. ↑ "Dr. Brenda K. Mitchell Named Gov. Casey Special Assistant". New Pittsburgh Courier. June 23, 1990. p. 3. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
  5. 1 2 "Swearing In Ceremony Today For Dr. Mitchell In Harrisburg". New Pittsburgh Courier. May 6, 1992. p. 15. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
  6. ↑ "State administrator resigns". The Patriot-News. Harrisburg. April 16, 1994. p. 3. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
  7. ↑ "Our Founders". Richard Allen Preparatory Charter School. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
  8. ↑ "Management & Environment Technologies". MET. Retrieved July 21, 2026.