Scott's Journey of Resilience
Scott’s own life story is a testament to resilience. Overcoming childhood poverty and the trauma of an abusive and absent biological father, he faced and overcame family challenges, including the effects mental illness, addiction, and loss. Scott contends with an autoimmune condition but strives to maintain peak physical condition through his dedication to healthy living. Resilience in all of it’s forms (physical, mental, professional, etc.) is a primary theme that runs through all of Scott’s messages.
Community and Non-Profit Leadership
As a longtime resident of the Greater Seattle area, Scott embodies resilience in every aspect of his life and career. Graduating from the University of Washington, Scott spent a decade in regional non-profit leadership, delivering impactful messages to hundreds of large groups and gatherings. He inspired teens across the Northwest to live their greatest lives, fostering resilience in the face of challenges.
Financial Services Leadership
In the for-profit sector, Scott thrived in Financial Services, becoming a nationwide sales and growth leader for an independent mortgage bank. He speaks at national gatherings and conferences, conducts regional and local trainings and workshops, always emphasizing resilience in navigating a financial services profession. Later in his career as a registered financial advisor, Scott transitioned into a growth consultant, helping firms, branches, and leaders across the financial services spectrum build resilience and achieve their goals.
Broad Spectrum Speaker
Scott’s expertise extends far beyond the financial sector. He is a sought-after speaker for businesses and organizations of all types, delivering powerful messages on resilience, leadership, professional and personal development. His ability to connect with diverse audiences makes him an invaluable asset to any event, bringing fresh perspectives and actionable insights that inspire change.
Wellbeing and Fitness
Scott’s personal development expertise, including physical wellbeing and fitness leadership, is another testament to his resilience. Scott speaks on life planning, goal setting, and achieving greater health and fitness levels. Scott’s role as a group fitness instructor and nutrition planner showcases his ability to inform and inspire everyday athletes to make positive changes, embodying resilience through healthy nutrition, exercise, and recovery practices.
Personal Life Events and Ceremonies
Scott’s impact extends to personal life events and ceremonies. Having officiated over one hundred weddings and memorial services, he delivers customized messages that honor significant moments with heartfelt joy. Whether celebrating a couple’s union, a life lived, or a milestone anniversary, Scott brings depth and authenticity to each occasion.
Connecting With Scott
Scott is infused with big-energy and, as a self-proclaimed “flaming extrovert,” he brings vitality to every surrounding. He is the author of “New Men: A 31 Day Journey Of Transformation for Today’s Men,” has dabbled in stand-up comedy and improv theater, and is a freelance fashion and product model. Scott’s ability to connect with audiences through humorous and touching stories, combined with cultural illustrations, inspires greatness and improvement, embodying resilience in every message he delivers.
Scott Ross is a humble leader and speaker, dedicated to inspiring listeners to connect deeply with their inner resilience, achieve their goals, and thrive in all areas of life.