coaching and professional background

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Scott Brown is a trusted leadership and executive coach who helps people grow
into the leaders they were meant to be. Known for his warmth, honesty, and
insight, Scott brings out the best in his clients — helping them strengthen how they
lead, relate, and make a difference.

He is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coaching
Federation (ICF) and holds a Certificate in Leadership Coaching from
Georgetown University’s Institute for Transformational Leadership, one of the
top coaching programs in the country. With more than 2,500 hours of coaching
experience, Scott has worked with hundreds of clients — including Navy SEALs,
CEOs, business owners, lawyers, academics, and nonprofit leaders. Most of his
clients come through personal referrals, a reflection of the trust and results he’s
earned.

In addition to his private coaching practice, Scott helps organizations strengthen
their workplace culture and leadership teams. He also co-chairs Imun (Hebrew for
“coaching”), a growing network of certified coaches serving the Jewish
community.

Before focusing on coaching full-time, Scott spent two decades in senior
leadership roles. As Executive Vice President and Vice President for Talent at
Hillel International, he led professional development, recruitment, and leadership
programs for thousands of staff worldwide. His work earned national recognition,
including the International Coaching Federation Prism Award and the Washington Business Journal’s Leadership Award for Ethics and Mentoring.

Earlier in his career, Scott served as Executive Director of Hillel at the
University of Maryland, Associate Executive Director of the Jewish
Community Center of Northern Virginia, and director of overnight camps in
Missouri and Ohio. These roles shaped his deep understanding of how people and
teams grow, adapt, and thrive.

Scott also gives back through volunteer leadership. He serves on the Board of the
Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and has helped guide numerous
community initiatives. George Mason University Hillel honored him by creating
the Scott Brown Jewish Life and Learning Fund in recognition of his leadership
and impact. Most recently, the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) honored him for his leadership and long-standing commitment to strengthening the community.
 

GET TO KNOW Scott 
 

Scott earned an M.A. in Management from Webster University and a B.A. from
Ohio University. He’s also certified in DiSC and the Leadership Circle Profile,
tools that help clients understand how their mindsets and behaviors shape their
success.
 

Outside of work, Scott loves biking trips, photography, and competitive pickleball.
He’s a proud husband, father, and grandfather — and he’ll happily tell you his
grandkids are brilliant. He was inducted into his high school Hall of Fame, is a
certified Kansas City Barbecue Judge, and enjoys adventures with his Irish
Setter, who shares his enthusiasm for life.