What if the true measure of leadership wasn’t simply managing people, but helping them achieve more than they believed they were capable of? In this engaging presentation, Scott will share the leadership philosophy he developed through years of experience leading both frontline teams and executives, one centered on bringing out the best in people, inspiring them to accomplish things they never thought possible, unlocking their unique talents, and creating a culture where they choose to stay and grow.

Along the way, he’ll challenge conventional thinking about hiring, explaining why cultural fit often outweighs technical skill and why the so-called “soft skills” are actually the hardest, and most important to assess. Drawing from real-world successes, hard-earned leadership lessons, and insights from respected thought leaders, Scott will also discuss why organizations often fail to develop employees the way elite athletes develop their craft, and how trust and accountability work together to build high-performing cultures.

Attendees will leave with practical ideas to strengthen their leadership approach, develop stronger teams, and create an organization where both people and results thrive. You won’t want to miss this next event!

If you are unable to make it in-person, we will be streaming via LinkedIn Live. Please check back here for the link to the live stream the day of the event!

Speaker: Scott Nelson

Scott Nelson is an accomplished executive with extensive leadership experience across manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, and operations in both publicly traded and privately held companies.

Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered strong business results by developing high-performing teams, building collaborative cultures, and leading organizations through growth and change. His expertise includes private equity, mergers and acquisitions, Lean Six Sigma, operational excellence, P&L leadership, and business transformation.

A passionate advocate for people-first leadership, Scott is known for helping organizations align culture with performance to achieve lasting results. He is a frequent speaker at corporate, industry, and educational events, where he shares practical leadership insights drawn from decades of real-world experience.

Scott holds a B.S in Business Administration, Accounting from Miami University, is a member of the board of directors and finance committee for Lighthouse for the Blind in St. Louis, and is an advisory board member for Logan University.

MML Event Details
Friday, July 10th, 2026
7:15 – 8:00 am – Networking
8:00 – 8:50 am – Presentation
8:50 – 9:00 am – Question & Answer

Event Location
The Lodge Des Peres
1050 Des Peres Rd.
St Louis, MO 63131

Event Registration