Dr. Scott Dell, CPA
Assistant Professor & Entrepreneur
Francis Marion University
Florence, SC USA
“The only true failure is not learning lessons from failures.”
Milestones
My road in life has taken me all over.
Started in the Navy at the USNA in Annapolis though decided not to pursue as a career.
Took a year in Israel upon departure to explore and grow.
Returned to school to study accounting followed by Big 8 (now Big 4-EY) employment. Pursued CPA.
Returned to school attending Wharton for my MBA upon departing job.
Relocated to the midwest due to spouse's desire to attend school in Madison, WI.
After departing from a larger accounting firm (Grant Thornton), opened a systems consulting / training practice, which led to joining a franchise group, which led to further entrepreneurial experiences.
Had been adjunct instructing and serving on boards for multiple years, ended up taking a full-time academic role, followed by getting a second Masters and Doctorate.
Continued entrepreneurial and educational endeavors. Some more successful than others. Now in South Carolina on a tenure track position and pursuing other business interests. Published LinkedIn book.
Keep following my journey
Education
High School
Randolph MA
Randolph MA
Doctorate
DBA
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
DBA
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Graduate
MBA
University of Pennsylvania -The Wharton School
MBA
University of Pennsylvania -The Wharton School
Graduate
MAE in Educational Technology
Edgewood College
MAE in Educational Technology
Edgewood College
Bachelor
AA in International Studies
SUNY - Rockland Community College
AA in International Studies
SUNY - Rockland Community College
Certification/License
CPA
State of Wisconsin
CPA
State of Wisconsin
Career
Assistant Professor & Entrepreneur
I work to inspire others to succeed in their career choices.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Education
Business
Teaching / Mentoring
Day to Day
There is no typical day, which adds to the enjoyment and excitement. I teach classes and learn while I teach. I seek to help others which reflects back directly to me in helping me grow (though that is not the primary motivation). I work to grow businesses which helps me to grow personally and professionally.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for college students
Build the soft skills. Join Toastmasters early in your career. Volunteer. Help others!
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Doctorate
DBA
DBA
Graduate
MBA
MBA
Graduate
MAE in Educational Technology
MAE in Educational Technology
Bachelor
AA in International Studies
AA in International Studies
Certification/License
CPA
CPA
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Family:
"Emotional and Financial Putdowns"
Challenges I Overcame
Financial
