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Founder of Lead with Hospitality, Keynote Speaker, Best-Selling Author

Taylor Scott Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Founder of Lead with Hospitality, Keynote Speaker, Best-Selling Author

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Taylor Scott
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
LAS - Las Vegas, NV

Primary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management

Secondary Topic Category:
Company Culture / Employee Engagement / Teamwork

 

Taylor Scott Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Taylor Scott is a best-selling author, inspirational keynote speaker, and organizational development consultant. Through his books, workshops, keynotes, and licensed content, he inspires audiences at Fortune 500 companies, Universities, and community organizations nationwide to become their best, deliver their best, and experience the best life possible. Taylor leverages his personal experiences and 20 years of working in the hospitality industry at Disney Parks and Resorts, Gaylord Hotels and Resorts, Wynn Resorts, and The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas to connect with and inspire leaders at all levels.

Like you, Taylor’s career has been up and down, filled with many peaks and valleys. Having worked through the effects of September 11th in 2001 and the economic crisis in 2008 and 2009, Taylor has stories of being hired, fired, and coached, praised, and celebrated over the years. He’s learned how to navigate the good, the bad, and the in-between of what he calls “Corporate Corporateness” to achieve fulfillment at work and at home. He’s a human being, just like you, your customers, your team, and everyone in your organization. We’re all out here navigating the peaks and valleys of life, so we might as well encourage each other. That’s why Taylor created Lead With Hospitality, LLC, to inspire a human approach to leadership that will not only help leaders get noticed and selected, but also inspire them to GIVE their heart and completely change the game for themselves and their organizations. While he loves sports, hotels, resorts, and hospitality leadership, Taylor’s true passion is writing, speaking, encouraging, and inspiring. Drawing on his faith and his personal experiences, he writes, speaks, and teaches so he can connect with people and reconnect them back to what makes them happy, including having fun, being utilized for their special talents, achieving success, and growing into their full potential, both personally and professionally. Taylor’s mission is to teach and coach up-and-coming leaders and executives how to Lead with Hospitality, ultimately making others feel welcome, comfortable, and important. He believes that before anyone becomes motivated to DO anything, they must first FEEL something. This is not only his belief, but it’s also science. His keynotes, workshops, and trainings unpack the principles, stories, and applications from his books, blogs, and articles through interactive, engaging experiences that your audience won’t soon forget. They’ll experience the magic of Leading with Hospitality, and in turn, become inspired to Lead with Hospitality in their own lives at work and at home. Life is too short for people to wake up every day, go to a job they hate, and feel sad, depressed, and defeated in the process. Leaders have the opportunity to make a positive impact, changing the game for their people and their own lives. Taylor’s leadership development content and one-on-one coaching sessions are personal, customizable, and unique to each client’s needs. His clients include Fortune 500 companies, Universities, and community organizations nationwide. Taylor’s worked for notable brands such as Disney Parks and Resorts, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Wynn⎮Encore Las Vegas, Gaylord Hotels and Resorts, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, and Disney Vacation Club. He graduated with honors from Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida, earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Later in his career, he earned a Master's of Management in Hospitality from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. Taylor is the author of three books, “Ballgames to Boardrooms”, “Lead with Hospitality”, and “Give Hospitality”; as well as the Lead with Hospitality Leadership Development Series of live learning experiences and curriculum for leaders, along with corresponding learning experiences for Frontline Teams entitled, “Delivering Memorable Hospitality”. Taylor lives in Henderson, Nevada, with his beautiful wife, Jenna. They enjoy working out, traveling, shopping, dining, and visiting as many hotel lobby bars as possible.
Joanna Dissin – Director of Workplace Experience, Jones Lang Lasalle “We had the pleasure of collaborating with Taylor last year to partner with one of our highly regarded life sciences clients, to be the keynote speaker at an all-day conference. Taylor delivered his truly inspiring "Lead with Hospitality" presentation. His message deeply resonated with leaders from various global suppliers, highlighting the significance of meeting employees where they are and fostering a hospitality mindset to enhance daily service delivery. It was an absolute joy to witness the tremendous impact Taylor's insights had on our client's teams. We highly recommend, Taylor and welcome the opportunity to work with him again. Sawubona!” Arthur Keith – Managing Director & General Manager, The Statler Hotel at Cornell University “The mission of the Statler Hotel is to ‘inspire future leaders who will change the world of hospitality’. Bringing Taylor into our tribe 2–3 times a year over the last 3 years has been incredibly beneficial in helping to create a focus on leading differently in the 2020’s. Putting the emphasis back on leading teams so they feel welcomed, important, and comfortable so they bring their best every day and WOW our guests.” Donna Fecchio – Manager Learning Strategy, United Airlines Global Learning Team “Collaborating with Lead With Hospitality has been so seamless, it’s like having an extension of our own team. They’re expert facilitators, experienced leaders in the service/hospitality industry, and they understand our work environment, people and challenges. Their credibility, combined with the passion they show for our company and employees, results in unforgettable learning experiences that leave participants from the frontline and C-suite alike, inspired and asking for more. We look forward to our continued collaboration. Thanks for being such a great partner!” Rafael Quezada – Director of People & Learning, Montage Laguna Beach “It was a real pleasure having Taylor Scott present to our leaders as they became energized and excited to Lead with Hospitality. His energy and passion during the sessions are contagious and our leaders left feeling enthusiastic about their leadership skills.” Quimby Hightower – Culture and Brand Transformation, Highgate Hotels “Taylor's approach brings energy, passion, and meaningful content together seamlessly. It's been a pleasure working with him, and we're excited to see the impact of his collaboration with our leadership.” Erik Palmer – VP of Operations – New York, Highgate Hotels “Our retreat with Taylor was a hit—fun, passionate, and impactful. We connected before his session and highlighted the areas we wanted to focus on. Taylor is a true collaborator and he delivered what we expected and more! We were so impressed that we connected him with our regional leadership team. His approach is refreshing, his content is user-friendly and we're eager to see the results of his collaboration.” Vikram Sardana – VP of Operations – New York, Highgate Hotels “Taylor brings a unique blend of fun, passion, and comprehensive knowledge to sessions. Working with him has been a pleasure, and we look forward to seeing the positive effects of his collaboration with our leadership team.” Marco Gianni – Hotel Manager, The Michelangelo – New York “The Team was a bit skeptical about the Lead with Hospitality workshop. When I introduced it, I could see they thought ‘Another boring meeting about Hospitality’. When Taylor started talking, I saw that they were immediately captured by his vibe and electrifying energy. From the beginning to the end, they were hooked by the mix of Taylor’s storytelling, experiences, and unconventional approach. Even for me, with 40 years in this industry, I have never experienced such a charismatic and passionate approach to Hospitality and Leadership.” Alex Spektor – Managing Director, Millennium Downtown Hotel – New York “Thanks to Taylor Scott’s leadership training, our team has undergone a remarkable transformation. We’ve not only embraced newfound principles but also witnessed tangible results in our guest satisfaction scores. Highly recommended for any team looking to elevate their leadership skills!” Ashley Chalk – Vice President of Partnerships, Complexity Gaming "Many are navigating a new normal for conducting business and it’s been worthwhile to pause momentarily and invest in leadership development exercises with Taylor Scott. Taylor is a dynamic thought leader whose welcoming personality creates an experience that is one of kind for anyone regardless of the industry you represent. I would highly recommend you carve out time to take advantage of his teaching." Amie Guswiler – Housekeeping Manager at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort “These live learning experiences with Taylor have allowed me to connect on a human level with like-minded leaders. He encourages me to think differently about my approach to leadership. I look forward to continuing to grow and develop myself and my network with these sessions.” Jason Meucci – Talent, Culture, and Leadership Development Trainer "I participate in leadership development courses frequently, and what I really like about Taylor and his content is, as critical as this work is, he makes it seem so relatable and digestible; not overly heady or academic. I hope to stay connected with Taylor for a very long time." Brad Walker – GM, The Brown Hotel "Taylor is professional, talented, dynamic, thought-provoking, charismatic, and quick on his feet. I once saw a 30-year Disney veteran speak at a Historic Hotels of America event. I thought Taylor was a much better presenter!" Laura Book, PhD – Assistant Professor, UNLV "Taylor connects with diverse audiences by sharing his stories, insights, and experiences in an engaging way. He is passionate about developing others and his energy is infectious." Sonny Ritacca – President, Advance Sales Consulting "Taylor's ability to customize content specifically for my 100-person team of sales and operations leaders, along with his ability to captivate an audience is second to none. Our group was inspired and motivated all year." TJ Christensen – Former EVP, Sales & Marketing, accesso "Taylor's passion is inspiring, and his positive energy is contagious. Our team was both enlightened and entertained, as he teaches through the power of storytelling." Joseph Mejia – Area Sales Manager – West Area, Avis Budget Group "Taylor taught me that being a leader isn't' about fitting into a mold of someone else, but instead being a genuine person, passionate about your people, believing in your vision."
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