Scott is an experienced venture capitalist and highly successful entrepreneur with a robust background in public service. Prior to joining Advantage Capital, he co-founded three high-tech companies, including a game company that brought fantasy football and baseball to the internet. He also founded an online auction company that was sold to eBay and a website-building company that was sold to iXL. He earlier spent two years as a Structured Finance Associate at Bankers Trust, where he focused on the insurance industry. In addition to his time in Congress, he previously served in the administrations of two Missouri governors.

Scott received his bachelor’s degree from Harvard College and is a CFA Charterholder. As a former President of the Upstate Venture Association of New York, he maintains a strong commitment to civic affairs.