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James Blesius has been named as Director of Marketing for The Mitchell Group, Bill Fisch, president, announced today. Based in the company's Niles headquarters, Mr. Blesius will be responsible for establishing and implementing strategic and tactical communications plans designed to capitalize on market opportunities. Working with Mitchell's National Sales Manager and Contract Sales Manager, Blesius will also help to strengthen the company's Sta-Kleen®, the industry's first dry-erase urethane upholstery, and ReCast® -- a technically advanced engineered bonded leather product lines.

Blesius, who reports to Executive Vice President Ann Brunett, will also be responsible for Mitchell's Websites with a focus on content, advertising and SEO. In making the announcement Fisch said, "Jim's marketing experience as well as his computer and communications expertise will be a valuable asset to our growing company. He also brings project management, strategic planning and analytical skills, all of which will benefit The Mitchell Group's long-range goals."

Blesius has more than 25 years of marketing experience having worked in the real estate, financial services, travel, and medical supply industries. Prior to joining the Mitchell Group, he ran his own company that focused on information technology, social media marketing, e-commerce, Internet consulting, and web site development.