Scott Neal Wilson
Chief of Staff @Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority
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WORK HISTORY
Chief of Staff @Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority
Chattanooga, TN, US
As Chief of Staff at CARTA, Chattanooga’s regional transit authority, I partner directly with the CEO to drive strategy, connect people and ideas across the organization, and ensure CARTA delivers on its mission of connecting communities and empowering lives.I bring together a career of experience in communications, government relations, transportation, and nonprofit leadership to help CARTA navigate complex challenges and seize opportunities for innovation. In practice, that means serving as strategist, integrator, and trusted advisor—whether aligning internal teams around long-term goals, building relationships with government and community stakeholders, or advancing key projects that move Chattanooga forward.Known as an “air traffic controller” for the executive office, I help streamline decision-making, anticipate issues before they surface, and create clarity in fast-moving environments. I’m at my best when I’m bridging silos, supporting leaders in making bold, informed choices, and ensuring that the vision at the top connects with action on the ground.I thrive in mission-driven organizations and believe that public transit is about more than mobility—it’s about economic growth, equity, and opportunity.
EDUCATION
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Journalism
Complete Tennessee Leadership Institute
Partnership between the State Collaborative On Reforming Education (SCORE) and the Hunt Institute
Leadership Tennessee
June 2017-August 2018
Harvard Business School
Young American Leadership Program
SKILLS
ABOUT SCOTT NEAL WILSON
With a deep background in strategic communications, public and government relations, non-profit program development and charitable foundation leadership, I have consistently driven impactful results by uniting people and aligning with organizational missions. My career is marked by the successful implementation of complex communication strategies and enterprise-wide programs, with a proven ability to excel in challenging, fast-paced environments.Currently, I serve as the Chief of Staff to the CEO at the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA). This role represents the culmination of my extensive experience, allowing me to apply my expertise in economic development, planning, and strategic communications at a higher organizational level. Here, I oversee strategic initiatives, drive organizational efficiency, and support the CEO in executing CARTA’s mission to provide sustainable and accessible transportation solutions to the community.At BlueCross BlueShield, I led the corporate communications and non-profit foundations, managing media relations, government messaging, digital marketing, and internal communications. Key projects include the BlueCross Healthy Places program, which transformed traditional charitable giving into community-building initiatives, and the BlueSky Institute, an innovative partnership with East Tennessee State University to address the tech talent gap through an accelerated BS degree in Computing.Prior to this, I served as Head of Communications at Volkswagen Group of America’s Chattanooga operations. My role involved managing media events, executive communications, and the corporate charitable giving portfolio, significantly contributing to Volkswagen’s community engagement and public image during the launch of the Passat and Atlas models.My early career includes key roles such as Communications Director for the Mayor\'s office at the City of Chattanooga, where I directed media relations and community outreach, and positions with The Johnson Group and Leonard, Kinsey & Associates, where I developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies for diverse clients.I thrive in environments that value excellence, inclusion, and heart, and I am dedicated to building high-performing teams and fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders. My expertise spans external and internal communications, project management, brand development, crisis management, and digital content strategy, among others.
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