2020 Connect Corporate 40 Under 40: Scott Higgins, HMCC

Scott Higgins, HMCC, 36, is the associate director of sales and business development at the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board (Pa.). He is based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.

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Scott Higgins, HMCC describes himself as passionate, respectable and determined. Learn more about him.

What I do:  I passionately promote Valley Forge & Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, as an ideal destination for meetings and events. Working closely with event planners, I find ideal options that will create a unique and successful experience for their attendees. 

How I got here: Over the years, I’ve gained experience on how to operate and sell a hotel through a number of positions. Each stop added more to my understanding of the hospitality industry and led me to my current role of promoting a destination. 

Greatest career accomplishment:  I’m quite proud that I quickly rose to become the general Manager of a Fairfield Inn by Marriott while still in my-20s.

Impressive stats for: In my three years of being responsible for our corporate segment, we’ve increased production by 175.95%.  

What I do outside of work: I serve as a co-founder of the East Stroudsburg University Philadelphia Area Alumni Chapter, am an active member of the MPI Philadelphia Area Chapter and love clearing my mind over a long run.  

Connect with Higgins on LinkedIn.