Background
Mitchell, Ralph Melvin was born on October 30, 1944 in Easton, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Ralph Melvin and Betty (Hummer) Mitchell.
Mitchell, Ralph Melvin was born on October 30, 1944 in Easton, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of Ralph Melvin and Betty (Hummer) Mitchell.
Bachelor of Science, United States Naval Academy, 1966; Master of Business Administration, University of Pennsylvania, 1976; Microsoft Security Essentials in Computer Science, University of Pennsylvania, 1976; advance management program, Harvard University, 1987.
Commissioned ensign, United States Navy, 1966; supply officer United States Naval Ships, United States Navy, 1969-1986; personal aide, commandant 4th Naval District, United States Navy, Philadelphia, 1969-1971; director advance planning Naval Supply Center, United States Navy, San Diego, 1976-1978; director data processing Navy Fin Center, United States Navy, Cleveland, 1980-1982; director aircraft engines Aviation Supply Office, United States Navy, Philadelphia, 1982-1984; director navy stock fund Naval Supply Systems Command, United States Navy, Washington, 1986-1988; executive assistant to deputy under secretary, Department Defense, Washington, since 1988.
Member Washington Navy Supply Corps Association (chairman annual fund drive 1987-1988, trustee 1987-1988, president 1988-1989, national board directors since 1989).
Married Shirley Anne Petty, June 11, 1966. Children: Amy, Anne, Stephanie.