| Ann Scott | |
| Office: | First Lady of Florida |
| Governor: | Rick Scott |
| Term Label: | In role |
| Term Start: | January 4, 2011 |
| Term End: | January 7, 2019 |
| Predecessor: | Carole Crist |
| Successor: | Casey DeSantis |
| Birth Place: | Danville, Illinois, U.S. |
| Birth Name: | Ann Holland |
| Birth Date: | 11 May 1952 |
| Party: | Republican |
| Education: | University of South Florida (M.S.Ed.) |
| Children: | 2 |
Frances Annette Scott[1] (née Holland, born May 11, 1952) is an American businesswoman and philanthropist who served as the first lady of Florida from 2011 to 2019 as the wife of former Governor Rick Scott.
Holland was born on May 11, 1952, in Danville, Illinois, and grew up in Mississippi. After graduating from high school, she attended community college and worked full time, while Rick Scott was in the Navy and attended law school. She received her degree in business administration from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.[2]
After completing her education, Scott worked as a teacher in the public school system in both Florida and Missouri. She later transitioned into the private sector, where she worked in various business ventures, including real estate development and investments.
In 1972, Ann Scott married Rick Scott, who later became the governor of Florida. Together, they have two daughters, Allison and Jordan.[3] [4]
As First Lady of Florida, Scott was actively involved in several initiatives to promote education, healthcare, and the arts. She founded the "Reading with the First Lady" program, which aimed to encourage children to read by providing them with access to books and organizing reading events. She also supported the "Healthy Florida" program, which focused on promoting healthy lifestyle choices and combating childhood obesity.[5] [6] [7] [8]
In addition to her work in Florida, Scott has also been involved in philanthropy and community service. She serves on the board of several non-profit organizations, including the Naples Children and Education Foundation and the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence.[9]
Throughout her career, Scott was recognized for her dedication to public service and her contributions to the community. In 2015, she was awarded the "Florida First Lady of Distinction" award by the Florida Commission on the Status of Women. She was also honored with the "Naples Daily News Person of the Year" award in 2013.
Today, Scott continues to be an advocate for education, healthcare, and the arts, and remains active in philanthropy and community service.[10] [11]