Mitchell Baxter

Mitchell Baxter

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  • About me

    Grant Coordinator at Strengthening Stark

  • Education

    • Walsh University

      2016 - 2020
      Bachelor’s Degree Marketing
  • Experience

    • Maize Valley Farm, Market, Winery & Craft Brewery

      Sept 2015 - Apr 2021
      Employee
    • CommQuest Services, Inc.

      Aug 2019 - May 2020
      Marketing Intern
    • CommQuest Services, Inc.

      Mar 2021 - Sept 2023

      Secured over $3 Million in federal, state, and foundational grants as the agency grant team lead in 2022 & 2023Pivotal in securing over $400k in unrestricted funds as the agency fund development team lead in 2022 & 2023 Development and oversight of master social media calendar Evaluating and reporting of social media metrics Implementation of new social media marketing tactics

      • Marketing & Development Specialist

        Mar 2022 - Sept 2023
      • Marketing Specialist

        Mar 2021 - Apr 2022
    • Strengthening Stark

      Sept 2023 - now
      Grant Coordinator

      Instrumental in the success of key Stark County initiatives, securing over $4M in state, federal, and regional funding, surpassing the three-year target of $1M. Spearheaded strategic funding initiatives in Workforce Development, Housing Affordability, Talent Cultivation, and Entrepreneurship.Implemented an efficient grant management system, streamlining processes from assessment to follow-up. Leveraged advanced tools for grant search and application, proactively identifying opportunities and maximizing funding outcomes for Stark County initiatives.Served as a dedicated community grant consultant, enhancing the impact of local projects. Cultivated robust stakeholder relationships, fostering a collaborative network that supports community development initiatives and drives sustainable growth. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • AI Foundations: Skilled Technical Workforce Program

      Walsh University
      Oct 2025
    • DiSC: Keys to Improved Communication

      Kent State University
      May 2024
    • Hubspot Academy Social Media Certification

      HubSpot Academy
      Apr 2019
    • Hootsuite Platform Certification

      Hootsuite
      Jan 2019
    • Grantsmanship Training Program

      The Grantsmanship Center
      Jan 2024
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Mitchell Baxter
      Leadership Stark County Spotlight Program Leadership Stark County Dec 2022 Leadership Stark County engages and educates Stark County’s community leaders through a range of programs tailored to meet business and community needs. Leadership Stark County works with community organizations to identify, prepare, and position persons for leadership within these organizations. Our program participants represent the professional, cultural, racial, economic, geographic and ethnic diversity of the community.
    • Awarded to Mitchell Baxter
      Taste of Hope "Sustainability" Honoree CommQuest Services Apr 2022 On April 28th, at the Taste of Hope fundraiser, CommQuest Services honored a few employees and community advocates for their leadership in living the agency values of dignity, teamwork, sustainability, and integrity.CommQuest Services: "Our amazing team is dedicated to our mission of collaborative care and advocacy for mental health, addiction recovery & social support. Mitchell Baxter is being recognized for the value of Sustainability. Mitchell is a wonderful example of someone who is… Show more On April 28th, at the Taste of Hope fundraiser, CommQuest Services honored a few employees and community advocates for their leadership in living the agency values of dignity, teamwork, sustainability, and integrity.CommQuest Services: "Our amazing team is dedicated to our mission of collaborative care and advocacy for mental health, addiction recovery & social support. Mitchell Baxter is being recognized for the value of Sustainability. Mitchell is a wonderful example of someone who is always ready for any challenge and is constantly looking for opportunities to help us continue providing hope to those in need." Show less
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board Member

      Issued by MARLINGTON ALUMNI ASSOCIATION INC on Nov 2023
      MARLINGTON ALUMNI ASSOCIATION INCAssociated with Mitchell Baxter
    • Worship Leader

      Issued by ALLIANCE FIRST FRIENDS CHURCH on Jan 2021
      ALLIANCE FIRST FRIENDS CHURCHAssociated with Mitchell Baxter
    • Taste of Hope Planning Board Member

      Issued by CommQuest Services, Inc. on Dec 2023
      CommQuest Services, Inc.Associated with Mitchell Baxter