Scott Conger

Scott Conger (born August 2, 1983) is an American politician who has served as the 35th Mayor of Jackson, Tennessee since 2019. Though elected in a non-partisan municipal election, Conger is an independent.

Early life and education
Conger was born August 2, 1983. He is the grandson of Robert D. Conger (1928-2011), who served as Jackson's mayor from 1967-1989.

He received a bachelor's degree from Lane College. While there, he received the Tradition Award and Outstanding Young Alumni from the National Alumni Council of the UNCF. He later received his Master of Business Administration from Bethel University.

Career
Conger served as a city councilman from 2011 to 2017, representing District 5 of Midtown Jackson.

On June 18, 2019, Conger was elected as the 35th mayor of Jackson, Tennessee, succeeding Jerry Gist, who had been in office since 2007. Upon inauguration on July 1, 2019, Conger became the city's youngest mayor at 35 years old. Though elected in a non-partisan municipal election, Conger is an independent.

Personal life
Conger is married to Nikki Conger and has two children: Madelynn and Charlie.