Scott Skinner

Scott Skinner's work experience includes:

1. Advisory Board at SeaChange Biochemistry (2022-present): Scott provides guidance on SeaChange Biochemistry's refining process, which produces high-value chemicals from organic seaweed using green chemistry principles.

2. Chair - Nova Scotia Minister's Round Table on Environment and Sustainable Prosperity at the Government of Nova Scotia (2021-present): Scott leads discussions and initiatives to promote environmental sustainability and economic prosperity in Nova Scotia.

3. President & CEO at Clean Foundation (2016-present): Scott is responsible for leading Clean Foundation, an organization that encourages individual actions for positive environmental change, especially in terms of climate and water cleanliness.

4. Advisory Council Member at the Canadian Institute for Climate Choices (2020-present): Scott provides advisory support to the Institute in addressing climate change challenges and decision-making.

5. Board of Directors at Wind4All Communities Family of CEDIF's (2012-present): Scott serves on the board, contributing to the development of Community Feed-in Tariff wind projects in Nova Scotia.

6. Sustainable Development Advisory Council Member at Environment and Climate Change Canada (2019-2022): Scott was part of the Council's responsibilities of reviewing and providing advice on sustainable development matters referred by the Minister of Environment and Climate Change.

7. VP Atlantic Operations and Business Development at Summerhill Group (2015-2016) and Director - Atlantic Canada (2011-2015): Scott held leadership positions at Summerhill Group, overseeing operations, business development, and strategic planning in Atlantic Canada.

8. Consultant at a Business Management Consultant (2010-2011): Scott worked as a consultant, providing business management expertise to various organizations.

9. VP Operations at Carbon Sense Solutions Inc. (2009-2010): Scott led the growth, operational efficiency, commercialization, and HR strategy development for the organization.

10. Strategy/Business Planner at Bell Aliant (2006-2008): Scott was responsible for strategic planning and business development at Bell Aliant.

Scott Skinner holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance and HR from Saint Mary's University, which they obtained from 1991 to 1996. Scott further pursued an MBA in International Business and Environmental Studies at Dalhousie University, completing it from 2004 to 2006.