Mitch Deforest

Mitch DeForest is a seasoned professional with a focus on empowering individuals and transforming the education and hiring sectors. As Co-Founder of Ramped Careers since June 2020, Mitch has dedicated efforts to help people achieve their best lives. Recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree in 2023, Mitch's impactful work in these domains has garnered significant attention. Prior to Ramped Careers, Mitch served as an Account Executive at Salesforce, selling integration software to major clients in the Bay Area, and was a key member of the founding team at YayPay Inc., contributing to go-to-market strategy and execution. Mitch's earlier experience includes product management for the EcoLand Institute, a non-profit focused on environmental sustainability, during which time important feasibility studies and assessments were conducted. Mitch holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management from the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School.