Mitch is an entrepreneur, designer, and writer. He is the founder of IDA Design, an award-winning and internationally recognized industrial design firm in Western Michigan where he also works to revitalize his town through property development. His trend publication, Lumen, tracks creativity and innovation across the globe providing his readers with forward-thinking inspiration and ideation. In his new book he artfully weaves parables, scriptural reflection, and poetry, but at its core, Resolve is a memoir - stories from his life that challenge, inspire, and continue to change who he is.

Volunteer work in Zambia, Haiti and Jamaica have deepened his commitment and activity in social justice, leading to his involvement teaching in a local prison where he feels at home among those with redemptive stories. Mitch resides in Holland, Michigan with his wife, daughter, and their naughty dog Marley. Their four older boys are all grown and thriving in their careers.