Sarah  Mitchell

<b>Location: </b>Asheville, North Carolina  Sarah Mitchell has spent the better part of two decades exploring the intricate relationship between small businesses and community identity. Based in Asheville, Sarah has witnessed firsthand how local artisans, farmers, and entrepreneurs shape the cultural and economic fabric of a region. Her reporting focuses on the human stories behind the balance sheets, believing that a thriving local economy is built on relationships, not just transactions. She is particularly passionate about the resurgence of local manufacturing and the farm-to-table movement, often profiling the resilient individuals driving these sectors. When she isn't writing, Sarah is a mentor at a local business incubator, helping new startups navigate their first year of growth.