Julia’s installation ceremony took place in Stafford Court on 18th March, where she made her Declaration and was sworn in for a new Shrieval Year.
Julia has English / Italian dual nationality & speaks fluent Italian, French and Spanish. Educated in England and Italy, Julia read English at Christ Church, Oxford University and has achieved a distinguished career in international business development, brand strategy and profit generation. Her experience spans across sectors including luxury brands, investment banking, licensing, marketing, and public health. She has held prominent positions in prestigious organisations worldwide, including VW Group, Bentley Motors, Tarmac International, Alstom and Banca Nazionale del Lavoro SpA, where she developed extensive global networks and led significant strategic initiatives. Recently, Julia has worked with Cornwell’s Chemists & Public Health England – structuring & implementing Covid & ancillary vaccination clinics across Staffordshire, and she maintains her Consultancy business re: brand and business development.
Julia has called Staffordshire her home for many years. Married for 25 years to her beloved Julian – proudly Staffordshire born and bred – they have 2 wonderful sons, Jasper & Oscar. Julia takes great pride in her family’s achievements and their shared commitment to community service. Undeniably, her Italian heritage has nurtured a warm and tactile appreciation of humanity: meeting people, sharing stories and hugs! Julia has always believed in the power of Companionship and is never happier than when the family home in Stone, Staffordshire is filled with family and friends. Reading old books and poetry works wonders for her R&R. TS. Elliot “The 4 Quartets” is her favourite and also John Donne’s famous lines resonate deeply: “No Man is an Island…I am part of Mankind”
As the High Sheriff of Staffordshire 2024-2025, Julia Mitchell feels profoundly honoured to ‘spotlight shine’ upon Staffordshire’s unique and glorious heritage which underpins the County’s future capabilities for an ever-changing world. Julia’s own life experiences have encouraged her to promote companionship and community cohesion across all ages as fundamental to combating loneliness, discord, and isolation. She is a passionate advocate for enhancing social well-being with a sense of purpose and optimism – especially amongst the Youth groups: “Let us pick up our books and pens. They are our most powerful weapons.” Malala Yousafzai
Her deep connection with the community and commitment to public service is evident through her extensive work in various charitable and educational initiatives, inter alia Donna Louisa, The Lords Taverners, Parish Councillor and School Governor for Yarlet Hall School.