Whitney Scott, PhD, is a leadership coach, Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, and California conflict mediator who works with leaders who are parents to strengthen their communication, build trust, and develop strong relationships both at work and at home.

Her work draws on the science of human development and learning. Whitney holds a PhD in Child and Adolescent Development and has more than two decades of experience in leadership, teaching, and professional development.

For 15 years she directed faculty development initiatives at a large public university, designing programs that reached thousands of participants and helping leaders navigate complex conversations about change, identity, and equity while strengthening teaching and leadership practices.

Whitney’s work focuses on helping leaders lead in ways that bring out the best in the people around them. Credentials include Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, California Conflict Mediator, and Certification in Transformative Leadership for Inclusive Practitioners.