Scott Liles, MBA, MEc

Scott Liles leads corporate strategy, growth and transformation for Covista. His remit spans the company's Performance Acceleration Office as well as the Medical and Veterinary segment, where he leads growth strategy and operations for American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Ross University School of Medicine and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine.

Under Liles' leadership, the medical institutions have achieved residency attainment rates that match U.S. school averages, with many graduates training in underserved communities. The schools are the second- and third-largest providers of MDs to the U.S. health system, and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine is the number one provider of DVM graduates among all U.S. schools.

Prior to joining Covista, Liles was CEO of ACAMS, the leading global organization aimed at halting financial crime through education and advocacy. Prior to ACAMS, he held multiple leadership roles at Nationwide, including as President of Nationwide Pet Insurance and President of Spire Insurance. Liles also held senior roles at McKinsey and in Accenture's strategy practice. Additionally, he has significant global experience through his work as an economist in South Africa and leading U.N. development initiatives in Vietnam.

Liles currently serves on the Covista Foundation board. He earned his bachelor's degree in political science from Texas A&M University, a master's degree in economics from University of Cape Town and an MBA from London Business School.