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J. Scott      

Founder & CEO of 120VC, Transformational Leadership Expert & Best-Selling Author

J Scott is a real-life anti-hero who walks the walk. Raised in Los Angeles, he learned early on that actions speak louder than words. After dropping out of high school at 17, Scott joined the Navy and became a Naval Rescue Swimmer, proving that grit beats talent every time.

Over two decades ago, he founded 120VC to help leaders and teams get things done that matter. His core belief: to get different results, people need to work differently. Scott is all about leadership that creates safe spaces for teams to experiment and succeed.

For over 20 years, he’s led transformational efforts for major brands like DirecTV, Trader Joe’s, Blizzard Entertainment, and Sony Pictures. Scott is the author of two Amazon bestsellers, "It’s Never Just Business: It’s About People" and "The Irreverent Guide to Project Leadership." His people-first, outcome-driven approach delivers real results, which is why he’s a sought-after speaker at large conferences and corporate events.

In 2020, Scott launched the 120 Brand Community, which includes BAMCO, a brand accelerator, and Next Jump Outfitters, an overland manufacturer and retail business helping digital nomads balance work and play.

Speech Topics


The Power of People – Building High-Performing Teams

The secrets of transformational leadership and building a high-performing team based on practical, actionable insights learned in 25 years of building high-performing teams with Fortune 500 clients.

The Discipline of Reducing Stress & Getting Sh*t Done

Three simple practices to lay the foundation for a culture drenched in discipline, trust, transparency, and accountability.

Coaching & Result Driven Leadership

How to lead like a winning coach. Gain the practical strategies for fostering a culture of continual improvement and driving success in the face of constant change.

Build A Culture Of Accountability

Forget the worn-out approach of holding people accountable; instead, learn how to lead your team to actually get the outcomes you need.

Leading Meetings That Get Sh*t Done

How to use meetings to move the ball down the field as a team because meetings are competition and where we lead.

Visionary Leadership & The Role of Brand

Harness the power of branding, drawing inspiration from visionary leaders like Steve Jobs and Elon Musk. Acquire practical tools to identify key challenges, align initiatives, and generate demand for change in your organization.

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