The Mitchell Institute welcomes Benton as brand and communications director

PORTLAND — The Mitchell Institute announced that Lauren Benton will join the organization as its new director of brand and communications. Benton brings her passion for supporting first-generation college students to the Institute’s mission, where she will lead communications and storytelling efforts to amplify the voices of Mitchell Scholars and expand awareness of the life-changing work happening across Maine’s communities.

Benton comes to the Mitchell Institute with a background in both higher education and media. She most recently served as assistant director of graduate enrollment marketing at Mississippi State University, where she honed her skills in brand awareness and compelling communications.

“Lauren is a perfect fit for us,” said Jared Cash, CEO of the Mitchell Institute. “He