Scott is currently the Executive Director for SADD | Students Against Destructive Decisions. He has spent over 20 years in the nonprofit space where prior to SADD, Scott was the Chief Development and Communications Officer for Engineers Without Borders USA. The vast majority of his experience has been in various leadership roles, advancing mission-oriented organizations through strategic fundraising and communications strategies and building collaborative community partnerships while engaging stakeholders around revenue generation. Scott began his career in youth development, including being a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) for residential and outpatient youth treatment centers, and has worked for small and large, local, national, and international nonprofits. He holds a master’s degree and several certificates and credentials, including being an advanced certified nonprofit professional (ACNP).

Not only is Scott passionate about education, mental health awareness, and helping to create and mentor the next generation of leaders, but he also believes in being active in the community, which sees him dedicating his time to several nonprofit and community boards, such as the Advocacy Council for the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at the University of Central Arkansas, his undergraduate alma mater, and the Advisory Board for the National Parents Organization. A proud and active dad to three daughters and a resident of Saint Charles, Missouri, he enjoys family time with his wife and kids, golfing, skiing, and cheering on his favorite sports teams, especially the Kansas City Chiefs.