Scott Sears

Scott Sears is an experienced executive in the non-profit sector, currently serving as Executive Director at the YMCA of Western North Carolina since September 2018, after holding the position of Associate Executive Director. Prior to this role, Scott Sears worked at the YMCA of Greater Syracuse from February 2002 to September 2018, progressing through various positions including Senior Program Director, Membership & Program Director, Membership Director, and Membership and Sports Director. Throughout this tenure, Scott Sears managed memberships, developed mission-driven programs, and participated in community engagement initiatives. Earlier career experience includes roles as Assistant Branch Manager at Citifinancial Consumer Finance, focusing on team management and operations, and as Branch Manager and Assistant Manager at Renters Choice, where responsibilities included sales growth and staff training. Scott Sears holds an Associate's degree in Humanities/Humanistic Studies from Onondaga Community College.