Doug Mitchell founded his public affairs consulting company, The Mitchell Group, seven years ago after more than 15 years of government and political experience on both the national and state level.

The former Montana Chief of Staff for United States Senator Max Baucus, Mitchell also worked in the U.S. House of Representatives for Congressman Douglas H. Bosco (D-CA) and as Chief of Staff for Montana Secretary of State Mike Cooney.

His political experience includes campaigns at all levels.  He was the Montana State Director for then Governor Bill Clinton in 1992, the only time in 40 years a Democratic candidate has won Montana.

Since founding The Mitchell Group, Doug and his staff have helped countless groups find their voice and effectively communicate on a variety of progressive issues including health care reform, private land conservation, support for public education and telecommunications reform.  At the Mitchell Group, Doug is the director of National and Federal Policy Division.

Doug also serves on many various boards and committees.  On election night, you will find Doug providing political analysis on KXLF-TV.  Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two boys.