TULSA, Okla. — Cherokee Nation and its businesses today announced Cherokee Nation citizen Brandon Scott as the tribe’s Chief Communications Officer, effective immediately.
“Brandon is a trusted advisor and professional across Cherokee Nation government and all of our entities, including Cherokee Nation Businesses,” said Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. “His elevation to this position reflects the fact that well-coordinated communication across all entities is vital to the success of CNB, and therefore vital to the success of Cherokee Nation and vital to the interests of the Cherokee people.”
Scott brings more than a decade of industry-leading tribal communications experience to the new role. He most recently served as Cherokee Nation’s Vice President of Enterprise Communications.
“Brandon’s tenure supporting our tribe, and his many professional accomplishments, speak volumes to his impressive passion and proven capability for cultivating our company’s values of intentional commitment, purpose, integrity and ‘gadugi,’” said Cherokee Nation Businesses CEO Chuck Garrett. “He is a proven communicator with substantial knowledge and prowess in this industry. He leads with authenticity, respect and empathy, and we are honored to have him on the team.”
Scott is responsible for all communications and public relations across Cherokee Nation and Cherokee Nation Businesses. He will continue to serve as a trusted advisor to tribal officials and members of CNB’s executive leadership while helping protect, ensure and shape consistent, transparent, compelling and culturally aligned messaging in support of the tribe’s mission of sovereignty, community service and economic growth.
“Promoting Cherokee culture and values, alongside keeping Cherokee communities connected, are things that bring me great satisfaction. I am grateful to continue serving Cherokee Nation in this role,” said Scott. “I am humbled to be chosen to lead our top-tier communications teams at Cherokee Nation and Cherokee Nation Businesses in pursuit of our continued mission to keep citizens and non-citizens alike informed of the excellent work performed by our citizens, employees and leadership.”
Scott is an Oklahoma native who also previously served as Executive Editor of the Cherokee Phoenix. He has served the tribe in various professional roles since 2012.
To learn more about Cherokee Nation Businesses and its leadership, please visit cherokeenationbusinesses.com/leadership.