Scott Cordes

Background

About Scott Cordes

Well-rounded and versatile executive leader with 17 years of progressively responsible experience in complex organizations, with a strong track record of developing and implementing innovative and equitable solutions to complex organizational challenges. Leadership spans government and non-profit finance, operations, affordable housing development and management, and government relations with a grounded focus on strategy, collaboration, and measurable results. • Strategic and forward-thinking financial leadership, delivering organizational sustainability and strong balance sheet performance — including annual bond ratings in city government and a 250% increase in cash position over eight years in the nonprofit sector.• Effective negotiator, securing the largest single affordable housing agreement in organizational history, gaining rights to develop 360 affordable housing units within the Highland Bridge master development in Saint Paul.• Clear and persuasive communicator, skilled at presenting complex operational and financial information to boards, elected officials, executives, and community stakeholders.• Civic and government relations leader, with a proven record of building broad statewide coalitions and delivering legislative outcomes that strengthen communities through responsive public policy.