Dr Andrea Richards Scott is a transformational business strategist, seasoned organizational development consultant, and faith-based leadership coach with over 20 years of experience guiding individuals, teams, and institutions through meaningful change.

Dr Andrea Richards Scott is a transformational business strategist, seasoned organizational development consultant, and faith-based leadership coach with over 20 years of experience guiding individuals, teams, and institutions through meaningful change.

With a background spanning the public, nonprofit, corporate, and international development sectors—including work with USAID, World Bank Group, US Forest Service, and The George Washington University—Andrea is known for designing high-impact retreats, strategic planning sessions, and leadership development experiences that shift mindsets and spark momentum.

As the Founder & CEO of PurposeQuest Coaching, LLC, Andrea now equips Christian women entrepreneurs to grow businesses aligned with their God-given purpose. She combines strategic clarity, business systems, and spiritual insight to help her clients build profitable enterprises that leave a lasting legacy—both spiritually and financially.

Andrea holds a doctorate in Human and Organizational Learning from The George Washington University, an MBA from the University of Georgia, and a BS from Boston University. She is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), a Certified Holistic Business Coach (CHBC), and a published scholar in women’s entrepreneurship and leadership identity.