Scott Barker

Background

About Scott Barker

As an experienced advocacy communications strategist, I specialize in converting skeptical audiences into engaged advocates, driving action, and achieving impactful results. Over the years, I’ve developed and led campaigns that influence public opinion, shape policy, and secure critical wins for corporate, government, and non-profit clients. Expertise: Public Affairs Campaign Leadership Advocacy at the State, Local, and Federal Levels Digital Marketing and Engagement Strategy Media Relations, Crisis Communications, and Message Development Strategic Consulting and Grassroots Campaigns Experience: As the Founder and Principal of PathForward Communications, I lead a team of talented creative and political outreach professionals. We design and implement communication strategies to address complex public issues. I’ve guided campaigns that achieved legislative victories, renewable energy project approvals, and successfully defended against moratoriums. Some of our recent accomplishments include mobilizing over voters for key energy legislation and securing over actions in support of renewable energy projects. Previously, I served as a Senior Vice President at The Hawthorn Group, where I developed multi-state advocacy campaigns and directed efforts that resulted in grassroots growth of 95% for key initiatives. Let’s connect! Reach me at: sbarker@pathforwardcommunications.com