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Blake-n-Eric: Brave Trails
The Great Unbecoming is a show about stories of unlearning. What did you let go of in order to become the person you are today, and what did you gain and learn as well? This is a show about letting go of stories that no longer serves us and stepping into our own authenticity. It's about unbecoming what society says you should be, and remembering who you are, and who you are meant to be.
But first . . . Eric Feltes is a Life Coach who helps other gay men free themselves from Church-Shame. If you are a gay man who's been lead to believe that you are bad, or if you're having a hard time making friends with other like-minded men, then Book a FREE Discovery Call today!
And now, about our guest . . . Blake Mitchell (they/he) is a seasoned Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging professional and nonprofit leader with extensive experience in organizational development and social impact. As Founder and Principal of Blake Mitchell Consulting and Founding Partner of BE Labs, they specialize in transforming workplace cultures through innovative DEIB initiatives and HR technology solutions.
Previously, Blake spent over eight years at Google, where they managed global teams across the US, Singapore, and the UK. Their work focused on building equitable HR processes, coaching senior leadership on organizational culture, developing inclusive hiring practices, and launching initiatives to advance Google's Diversity and Inclusion goals.
Currently serving as the Southeast Camp Director at Brave Trails, Blake leads LGBTQ+ leadership programs that empower queer youth and families. Their journey with Brave Trails began in 2021 as a cabin counselor, and they were instrumental in expanding the organization's presence to the Southeast, where they now oversee Atlanta-based Family Camp and Summer Camp programs.
In 2022, Blake served as Operations Manager for Stacey Abrams' gubernatorial campaign in Georgia, managing field operations and LGBTQ+ community outreach. Their career began in Los Angeles at Participant Media, where they worked in film production focused on social change initiatives.
Beyond their professional work, Blake has performed as drag artist Mary Lou Pearl since 2017, using drag as a platform for entertainment, education, and fundraising. They hold bachelor's degrees in International Business, Finance, and Entertainment & Media Studies from the University of Georgia.
Their links . . .
@blakelmitchell on Instagram
@missmaryloupearl on Instagram and TikTok
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakemitchell89/
About our host . . . Eric Feltes is a Life Coach, actor, speaker, and writer. He and his team have helped hundreds of GBT+ men build community, become free of shame, find love, build businesses, and, at the end of the day, live their best shame-free gay lives. He has been seen in shows on Showtime, Netflix, and Amazon Prime, and he has spoken in churches across the country. Eric lives in Atlanta, GA with his dog Cadence and his 29 house plants.
His links . . .
Instagram
TikTok
Youtube
Spotify
Website
Email: [email protected]
Talent Inquiry: [email protected]
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The Great Unbecoming is a show about stories of unlearning. What did you let go of in order to become the person you are today, and what did you gain and learn as well? This is a show about letting go of stories that no longer serves us and stepping into our own authenticity. It's about unbecoming what society says you should be, and remembering who you are, and who you are meant to be.
But first . . . Eric Feltes is a Life Coach who helps other gay men free themselves from Church-Shame. If you are a gay man who's been lead to believe that you are bad, or if you're having a hard time making friends with other like-minded men, then Book a FREE Discovery Call today!
And now, about our guest . . . Blake Mitchell (they/he) is a seasoned Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging professional and nonprofit leader with extensive experience in organizational development and social impact. As Founder and Principal of Blake Mitchell Consulting and Founding Partner of BE Labs, they specialize in transforming workplace cultures through innovative DEIB initiatives and HR technology solutions.
Previously, Blake spent over eight years at Google, where they managed global teams across the US, Singapore, and the UK. Their work focused on building equitable HR processes, coaching senior leadership on organizational culture, developing inclusive hiring practices, and launching initiatives to advance Google's Diversity and Inclusion goals.
Currently serving as the Southeast Camp Director at Brave Trails, Blake leads LGBTQ+ leadership programs that empower queer youth and families. Their journey with Brave Trails began in 2021 as a cabin counselor, and they were instrumental in expanding the organization's presence to the Southeast, where they now oversee Atlanta-based Family Camp and Summer Camp programs.
In 2022, Blake served as Operations Manager for Stacey Abrams' gubernatorial campaign in Georgia, managing field operations and LGBTQ+ community outreach. Their career began in Los Angeles at Participant Media, where they worked in film production focused on social change initiatives.
Beyond their professional work, Blake has performed as drag artist Mary Lou Pearl since 2017, using drag as a platform for entertainment, education, and fundraising. They hold bachelor's degrees in International Business, Finance, and Entertainment & Media Studies from the University of Georgia.
Their links . . .
@blakelmitchell on Instagram
@missmaryloupearl on Instagram and TikTok
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakemitchell89/
About our host . . . Eric Feltes is a Life Coach, actor, speaker, and writer. He and his team have helped hundreds of GBT+ men build community, become free of shame, find love, build businesses, and, at the end of the day, live their best shame-free gay lives. He has been seen in shows on Showtime, Netflix, and Amazon Prime, and he has spoken in churches across the country. Eric lives in Atlanta, GA with his dog Cadence and his 29 house plants.
His links . . .
Instagram
TikTok
Youtube
Spotify
Website
Email: [email protected]
Talent Inquiry: [email protected]