Represents sovereign governments and embassies, Fortune 500 companies and major trade associations.
Corporate executive with a strong record of business, policy and political success for clients.
Experience in high-level matters in Asia and Latin America.
Seasoned, highly respected lobbyist working with moderate Democrats.

Scott is a strategist and communicator operating at the intersection of politics, policy and global issues with a special focus on clients from Asia and Latin America. He works closely with high-ranking officials of sovereign governments and C-level executives at Fortune 500 companies to craft solid messaging; build brand awareness; and develop targeted, effective networks to advance and protect his clients’ interests.

For his entire career, Scott has been affiliated with centrist Democrats and has developed close associations with members of Congress and staff, driving market-based solutions to challenges in global economics and trade.

Scott handles bet-the-company and bet-the-country matters involving:

International trade agreements
Legislative activity in the U.S. Congress
Licensing for commercial activity in key markets
Connecting with influential Washington players who impact how and where business gets done.

Prior to joining the firm, Scott held numerous senior positions in the corporate sector. His roles included serving as chief of staff for the chairman of Aetna International, chair of global public policy at global 100 law firm and responsibilities for global public affairs and public policy initiatives at AOL Time Warner and Aetna. He also was president of an award-winning boutique law firm.

Representative Work

Advising high-ranking officials in sovereign governments and embassies of key U.S. allies in finding common ground with American policy- and decision-makers, developing high-impact messaging and generating tangible results.
Helping some of America’s best-known companies develop government relations programs to remain competitive, enter new markets, and understand the intricate dynamics of governing and regulatory bodies.
Counseling leadership of trade and business associations and executive coalitions on achieving benefits in the context of international trade agreements and other relevant aspects of the global economy.
Representing and advancing the interests of clients around the world, including those from Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Panama, Peru, and Mexico.

Education
J.D., University of Virginia School of Law, 1991
B.A., Vassar College, 1986

Bar Admissions
District of Columbia

Recognitions

The Hill, Top Lobbyist "Hired Gun" Recognition, every year for the past decade.
The Legal 500 US, Government Relations, 2017, 2018 and 2020.
The Hill, consisently named as one of Washington, D.C.’s
Top Lobbyists.
Profiled by The Hill, The National Law Journal and Legal Times.
Aetna Chairman’s Award for Extraordinary Performance.

Affiliations and Public Service

Member, board of directors, U.S.-Cuba Business Council, U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Advisory board member, Caribbean Educational & Baseball Foundation.
Advisory board member, Washington National Dream Foundation.
Member, board of trustees, Rett Syndrome Foundation.