W Mitchell

W Mitchell, a living testament to resilience and determination, has transformed personal adversity into a life of extraordinary accomplishment. Born into the rigors of the United States Marine Corps, Mitchell faced his first life-altering challenge in the early 1970s when a motorcycle accident left him with 65% burns and took away most of his fingers. Undeterred, he emerged from the ashes to co-found Vermont Castings, pioneering energy-efficient wood-burning stoves ahead of the environmental curve.

Mitchell’s indomitable spirit faced yet another test when a plane crash rendered him paraplegic. Refusing to be defined by his circumstances, he not only recovered but also became the mayor of Crested Butte, Colorado, in 1977. During his tenure, Mitchell successfully thwarted a billion-dollar mining project on Mount Emmons, showcasing his foresight for environmental preservation.

A millionaire entrepreneur, Mitchell chose to share his inspirational journey as a motivational speaker. With a global reach, he has addressed audiences in America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Mitchell’s profound belief that “it’s not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters,” echoes through his two impactful books, “The Man Who Would Not be Defeated” and “It’s Not What Happens to You, It’s What You Do About It.”

Residing in the picturesque landscapes of Santa Barbara, California, with a second home in Hawaii, Mitchell continues to lead an extraordinary life—a living testament to the power of resilience, tenacity, and an unwavering positive outlook.