David Scott

David Scott is a Managing Director at Teneo, based in Toronto, Canada.1 He is a highly experienced communications professional with expertise in several key areas:

Professional Background

• Specializations: Crisis communications, change management, and transactions1
• Industry Experience: Energy, financial services, government, higher education, professional services, and resources1
• Geographical Reach: Has worked with clients across the Americas, Europe, and Asia1

Career History

Before joining Teneo, David Scott:

• Ran his own consulting firm1
• Held senior roles and led corporate and financial practices at NATIONAL Public Relations and FleishmanHillard14
• Led Scotiabank's proactive communications team for domestic business lines1
• Served as a senior advisor to the President of York University1
• Worked as a policy advisor to two Ontario Cabinet Ministers1

Education

• MBA with a focus on strategy and marketing from the Schulich School of Business at York University1
• BA (Honours) from Queen's University1

Role at Teneo

David Scott joined Teneo as a Managing Director in September 2022.34 He is recognized as a leading communication advisor with extensive experience in various areas, including mergers and acquisitions, proxy contests, labor relations, class action lawsuits, and regulatory matters.2

David's appointment at Teneo strengthens the firm's capabilities in strategic communications and CEO advisory services in the Toronto market and beyond.