Scot Thompson

Experience

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  UCLA

  Aug 1999 - Dec 2002

  Collegiate Athlete

  2002 NCAA National ChampionCaptainPac-10 Defender of the yearU18, U20, U23 US Olympic Player Pool

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  LA Galaxy

  Jan 2003 - Dec 2004

  Professional Soccer Player

  16th Overall Draft pick in the 2003 MLS SuperDraftMember of the U-23 Olympic Team Pool

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  Portland Timbers

  Apr 2004 - Dec 2010

  Professional Soccer Player

  USL All-Time Leader in Minutes playedUSL First Division Top 25 Players of the Decade (2000-2009)Commissioner's Cup Winner (2004, 2009)Portland Timbers Community Player of the Year (2010)

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  BSC Oregon

  Jan 2008 - Dec 2012

  Technical Director

  Oversee the Technical philosophy and curriculum for all members within BSC Oregon. Work directly with the Board of Directors, Director of Operations (“Ops”), and Pre Academy Directory (“PAD”) to ensure age appropriate education for all members in the club.

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  UNITED PDX SOCCER CLUB

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2016

  Executive Director

  Responsible for the hiring, recruitment, and leadership of over 100 employees across multiplemarkets in the state for consistent programing and communication for shared strategic goalsAccelerated the grassroots and affiliate strategy expanding the organization to the largest youthclub in Portland Negotiated the rights for multiple field development projects working with vendors includingPortland Parks & Recreation, Portland Public Schools, Field Turf, and Musco Lighting

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  Portland Timbers

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  Portland Thorns Assistant Coach

  Responsible for the on-field player development and training of National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) and US Women's National Team (USWNT) Players.

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  Oregon Episcopal School

  Jun 2015 - Jun 2016

  Director of Soccer

  OSAA State Champion Girls Soccer (2011, 2012, 2014, 2015) Developed the soccer program and curriculum for Upper and Lower school programs including staff development and management

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  Adidas

  Jun 2016 - Mar 2021

  Senior Sports Marketing Manager - Soccer

  Responsible for the development and implementation of MLS Club strategies for Major League Soccer (MLS).Project managed the activation strategy and end-to-end planning for marque league-wide events - MLS Super Draft, MLS 1st Kick, Parley, All-Star Game, and MLS Cup.Managed the marketing budget implementing adidas brand moments across 26 MLS franchises driving consumer focus to footwear and apparel. Developed MLS youth partnership strategy for the commercial growth of jersey sales, program benefits, and development across the youth business.Project managed “#MLSisBlack Solidarity Tee” shirt activation at the “MLS is Back” tournament in partnership with Black Players for Change. Led strategic planning and charitable donations for 501c(3) non-profits including Legal Defense Fund, 100 Black Men of America, and Player’s Coalition.Led the MLS 25th anniversary jersey activation across all franchises with the launch of the EQT Jersey generating 163MM total media impressions and increasing sales by 11% vs LY.Created the framework for contractual deliverables responsible for budget allocation and product delivery for all MLS clubs.Responsible for the strategic planning and execution of the adidas United Against Racism workstream ensuring investment in Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. Show less

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  Thesis

  Mar 2021 - Oct 2023

  Oversaw Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Learning and Development, and CSR (Corporate, Social, and Responsibility) Teams. Published Thesis’ first Impact Report using data, reporting solutions, survey research, and advanced analytics reporting internal and external metrics and commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.Implemented a Gallups Strength staff-wide mentorship program focused on professional growth and advancement for 300 employees.Empowered a team of ten direct reports, that facilitated 141% employee growth, 356 new employees, over two years (2021-2023).Revamped the “Employee Life Cycle” reducing time to work and increasing efficiency in roles.Increased average employee tenure by 47% (2021-2022).Executed employee retention strategies including employee listening sessions, reporting, proactive communication, and analysis decreasing turnover by 34% (2022).Responsible for a $250k budget, allocation, and distribution of grants to nonprofit organizations and community events.Responsible for executing corporate events, increasing employee engagement, and retention with a 60% employee participation rate. Show less Spearheaded all strategic engagement, culture, and DEI-related programs and projects while ensuring Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion were embraced by the organization in spirit and operations. Increased Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) representation to 41% of the total employee workforce.Managed the Thesis DEI Committee and related entities (employee resource groups, listening sessions, mentorship groups, and networking sessions).Developed measurable benchmarks and metrics for strategic interventions and organizational goals that helped advance employee, culture, diversity, equity, and inclusion within the agency.Served as the Thesis external representative related to DEI; managed external relationships, contracts, and community partners. Show less

  • Chief People Officer

    Apr 2022 - Oct 2023

  • Head of Engagement, Inclusion, & Culture

    Mar 2021 - Apr 2022
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  TNT Consulting Group

  Sept 2023 - now

  Owner

  Consultation Services focused on Professional Development, Career Planning, Project Management, Equity and Inclusion, Employee Engagement, Sports, Culture, and Organizational Design.

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  Revery

  May 2024 - now

  DEIB & People Consultant

  Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Consultant for Revery Studio. The mission is to weave Revery's values into every aspect of their work using immersive storytelling, collaboration, and creating an environment of love and acceptance. The responsibilities include auditing and enhancing their DEIB practices, developing authentic, sustainable, and actionable DEIB plans, and implementing tools to track and report progress.