Create Yourself: Imagery. Intimacy. Innovation.
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Create Yourself: Imagery. Intimacy. Innovation.
Create Yourself features Dr. Tope Mitchell
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This tech founder, storyteller, and researcher is a 4th-generation entrepreneur. Dr. Mitchell, affectionately called Dr. Tope, shares an extraordinary journey from helping with psychiatric patients as a preteen to fashion design and the road that led to her current successful career. Be prepared to take notes. She’s providing you with a wealth of tools, resources, people, and places to connect with insights into the importance of community and to strengthen your muscles of self-love and empathy.
About Dr. Tope:
Meet Dr. Tope Mitchell — a leader at the intersection of sociology, strategy, and technology, driving a shift toward more inclusive and culturally relevant retail experiences.
A published author, professor, and VC-backed tech founder, she is the CEO and co-founder of Reflekt Me, a platform helping brands increase conversion and engagement by turning representation into measurable business impact. Her work empowers retailers to move beyond performative inclusion and build authentic connections with today’s diverse consumers.
With a PhD and Master’s from Indiana University Bloomington and a BA from the University of Washington, Dr. Mitchell has advised Fortune 500 companies at firms like Mintel, Kantar Futures, and Three Group—translating cultural insight into growth strategies.
Recognized by Techstars and Backstage Capital, her mission is clear: to humanize the dehumanized and build a future where every consumer can see themselves reflected in the brands they engage with.
Connect with Dr. Tope:
Website: www.reflektme.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reflekt-me
www.linkedin.com/in/tope-mitchell-ph-d-21919719
Instagram: @reflekt_me