Scott M. Fleming
Brussels,BRU
Summary
Results-oriented leader with a proven track record of setting precedents, exceeding targets, and driving success in fast-paced, multinational environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions that enhance organizational performance. Fosters collaborative team dynamics and leverages cross-functional expertise to optimize processes and achieve objectives. Consistently recognized for innovative problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt swiftly to evolving demands during the most challenging security environment the world has faced since the end of the Cold War.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Colonel
United States Air Force
10.1999 - Current
- Goal-oriented and results-driven professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing diverse projects from concept to completion in multinational and multi-disciplinary teams.
- Proved highly successful in working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environments while directly supporting the highest-level authorities, including military and political.
- Strong communicator with demonstrated organizational skills working on team projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively with exemplary respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Head, Nuclear, CBRN Defence & Arms Control Policy
International Military Staff, NATO Headquarters (EUR)
07.2022 - 11.2025
- Advised the Committee Chair on all nuclear, CBRN defense, and arms control matters.
- Planned and directs military policies and implements MC decisions. MC representative to 8 diverse committees that enable Alliance deterrence and defense and ensure risk reduction across the spectrum of activities.
- Scott was integral to NATO's deterrence and defense, which are underpinned by the Alliance's nuclear deterrent. He initiated renewed focus on nuclear deterrence & reintegrated CBRN defense at all levels during the critical time of the Russian war. His efforts paved the way for Alliance decisions that improved the nuclear posture & readiness.
- Scott led a complex joint & multinational staff directly supporting NATO core tasks. He drove trust & teamwork across diverse organizations with and outside the NATO Headquarters, including the International Staff and Military and Policitical delegations of 32 Allies nations., gaining support for 13 key policy and advice documents.
- Scott expertly balanced essential work and demanding timelines unseen since the end of the Cold War by optimizing his short-staffed branch. Protecting his strained staff, he covered vacancy and new work himself instead of further impacting his personnel.
- Scott executed a nuclear education plan for the NATO Military Committee's 3-star Military Reps & their staffs. He revamped the Nuclear Policy Course to address today's new security environment, including adversary strategies. He developed & implemented a framework to advance Finland & Sweden's nuclear training prior to their official membership.
- Recognized by the NATO Secretary General with the NATO Meritorious Service Medal for his leadership and unprecedented advancements positively impacting the Alliances deterrence and defense.
Chief, Air and Nuclear Operations
Allied Joint Force Command Naples
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Sole advisor to the 4-star Commander on all nuclear deterrence matters.
- Directed nuclear operations planning and execution for NATO's southern command and also NATO's northern command for one year during a critical vacancy.
- Strengthened strategic deterrence posture through multinational, multi-command, and joint coordination.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing joint air operations and interoperability across Allied forces.
Commander
369 Recruiting Squadron
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Oversaw recruitment operations across the Southern California and Pacific Ocean regions while expertly leading a team of over 100 personnel.
- Achieved record-setting recruitment numbers while implementing innovative outreach strategies that set the benchmark for recruiting operations across the command.
- Enhanced diversity and talent acquisition pipelines for critical Air Force roles by establishing highly motivating incentive programs.
- Advanced unit members through motivational techniques that resulted in never-before-seen professional promotion results.
Deputy Group Commander
341 Mission Support Group
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Expertly managed all support functions, including logistics, civil engineering, and infrastructure modernization for 24/7/365 operations across the largest missile complex in the United States.
- Flawlessly led emergency response planning for the United States' no-fail nuclear operations mission while under special orders commanding the group for 60 days.
Legislative Liaison
United States Air Force Global Strike Command
02.2013 - 07.2014
- Offered strategic recommendations for updates to institutional programs and policies, factoring in the current political climate and trends through interaction with Senate and Congressional representatives and their office leadership.
- Delivered political subject matter expertise to government representative officials through key research and authoring of annual Congressional testimony for the Commander.
- Advised the command group during a turbulent period of investigation into a unit's leadership that resulted in a generational change in approach to operations.
Education
Master of Science - National Security Strategy
United States National War College
Washington, D.C., USAMaster of Arts - Military Studies
American Military University
Manassas, Virginia, USABachelor of Arts - Political Science
Eckerd College
St. Petersburg, Florida, USASkills
- Strategic Planning
- Critical thinking
- Policy Analysis
- Organization
- Negotiation
- Problem resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Training and Education
- Public Speaking
- Legislative Process
- Policy Writing
Timeline
Head, Nuclear, CBRN Defence & Arms Control Policy
International Military Staff, NATO Headquarters (EUR)
07.2022 - 11.2025
Chief, Air and Nuclear Operations
Allied Joint Force Command Naples
08.2018 - 06.2021
Commander
369 Recruiting Squadron
06.2016 - 06.2018
Deputy Group Commander
341 Mission Support Group
06.2015 - 06.2016
Legislative Liaison
United States Air Force Global Strike Command
02.2013 - 07.2014
Colonel
United States Air Force
10.1999 - Current
Master of Science - National Security Strategy
United States National War College
Master of Arts - Military Studies
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Eckerd College