Scott Bowers

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Senior Vice President Member & Government Relations at Hoosier Energy

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Overview

Scott Bowers is the Senior Vice President of Member & Government Relations at Hoosier Energy, specializing in public policy, lobbying, and fostering key relationships. Colleagues describe him as a detail-oriented and sincere professional with a proven ability to manage complex, politically-charged issues.

Outside of work, Scott is a proud family man who publicly celebrates the achievements of his wife, Jamie, and daughter, Ryann. He maintains an interest in Indiana University, where he previously studied.

Unique fact: Scott began his career in state government, serving as the Deputy Secretary of State & Chief of Staff for Indiana.

Personality Overview

Dynamic But Sincere

Driven But Considerate

Decisive But Friendly

They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders)  They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product

Topics They Care About

Government Relations
Has extensive experience directing lobbying efforts and building relationships with legislators and policymakers at both federal and state levels for the energy sector.
Economic Development
He actively promotes his team's work to support economic opportunities for the 18 member cooperatives within Hoosier Energy's service territory.
Public Energy Policy
His career has focused on representing member systems and shaping public policy within regulatory agencies and commissions on behalf of Indiana's electric cooperatives.

Media Appearances

Scott has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2023
Senior Vice President Member & Government Relations at Hoosier Energy
2-2021 - 10-2023
Senior Vice President, Government & Community Relations at Hoosier Energy
7-2019 - 2-2021
Vice President Public Policy and Member Services at Hoosier Energy
1-2011 - 6-2019
Vice President of Government Relations at Indiana Electric Cooperatives
3-2009 - 12-2010
Deputy Secretary of State & Chief of Staff at Indiana Secretary of State Todd Rokita

Education

1988 - 1993
Education details unavailable from Indiana University Bloomington
1984 - 1988
College Prep from Muncie Northside High School

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Exp : 24 Location : Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Senior Vice President Member & Government Relations at Hoosier Energy
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Insights For Selling To Scott

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a formal approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Scott is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Scott

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Scott move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Scott take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Scott

Personality Compatibility


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