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ABOUT TONY
Anthony W. Scott, Esq. is the Director of Housing and Community Development for Cuyahoga County, where he leads efforts to expand equitable access to housing and strengthen communities across 59 municipalities. He is also an attorney, published author, and sought-after speaker whose work sits at the intersection of leadership, resilience, and authentic professional identity.
A proud Marine Corps veteran who served during Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield, Tony earned his B.A., M.P.A., and J.D. from Cleveland State University. He is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and serves in leadership roles with the Norman S. Minor Bar Association, the Black Professional Association Charitable Foundation, and the Cleveland Chapter of the NAACP.
Tony is the founder of ISI Publishing LLC and the author of three nonfiction books: Passion. Purpose. Paycheck.: The 3Ps to Career Fulfillment, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: You Belong at the Table!, and Unlocking Potential. His sessions blend personal narrative, practical frameworks, and lived experience to create spaces where audiences feel both challenged and supported.
"I may not change the world, but I have already touched the life of the one that will."
See Tony Speak
Shaw High School Class of 2025 Commencement Speech
Returning to Shaw High School as the 2025 Commencement Speaker was both a humbling and full-circle moment. As a graduate of Shaw High School in East Cleveland, Ohio, I had the privilege of sharing lessons on perseverance, growth, and purpose with the next generation of graduates. The school played a pivotal role in shaping my journey, and it was an honor to celebrate this milestone with the Class of 2025.
Men’s Full-Life Fitness Summit 2025 Speaker Series
I was honored to speak at the inaugural Men’s Full-Life Fitness Summit 2025, presented by the University Hospitals Cutler Center for Men. The summit brought together leaders from healthcare, government, business, and the broader Cleveland community to explore men’s health, wellness, and personal development. My presentation focused on the importance of balancing authenticity with emotional intelligence, accountability, and effective communication.
Putting the “Men” Back into Mentoring
I had the privilege of presenting “Putting the ‘Men’ Back into Mentoring,” a talk centered on the importance of intentional mentorship, positive male role models, and leadership development. The presentation highlights how strong mentoring relationships can help shape character, build confidence, and empower the next generation of men to lead with purpose.
Why Book Tony
Lived experience, not theory
Tony draws from real life: the Marine Corps, municipal leadership, imposter syndrome, and a 9-to-5 alongside a purpose-driven 5-to-9. Audiences feel the difference.
Relevant to today's workforce
Tony speaks directly to the pressures professionals face right now: burnout, identity at work, career misalignment, and the weight of high expectations.
Practical and actionable
Every session is designed to leave attendees with tools they can apply immediately, not just inspiration that fades by Monday morning.
Customized to your audience
Content is tailored to your event theme, audience demographics, and organizational goals. No one-size-fits-all keynotes.
Speaking Formats
Keynote
A high-impact main stage address designed to open or close your event. Blends storytelling, lived experience, and a clear framework your audience will carry forward.
Panel
Tony brings grounded, experience-driven perspective to moderated discussions on leadership, resilience, career development, and professional identity.
Workshop
An interactive, participatory session that goes deeper on a single topic. Participants leave with a personalized action plan and tools they can use immediately.
Virtual
All session formats are available virtually. Tony delivers the same energy and engagement online as in person, with content adapted for a digital audience.