Scott Higley

Scott Higley is an accomplished communications and marketing professional with extensive experience in strategic planning and public relations. Currently serving as the Director Of Strategic Communications for the Georgia Department of Transportation since October 2016, Scott leads the department’s statewide communications and marketing initiatives and manages a team of 19. Prior roles include Senior-Level Marketing and Communications Consultant at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, where Scott supported multiple business units during a critical transition, and Vice President of Marketing, Communications & External Affairs at the Georgia Aquarium, responsible for significant public relations initiatives and brand management. Scott has also held leadership positions at Ben Carter Properties, Jones Lang LaSalle, and Simon Property Group, consistently driving brand success and revenue growth across diverse sectors. Scott holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Kansas State University.