Meet Scott Tarwater. I first met Scott at Cross Timbers Rotary. Scott is a business consultant, husband, father, grandfather and proud citizen of the Flower Mound community. When asked to describe himself he says, “I am a Christian and enjoy keeping up with world events and economic trends. I currently consult for numerous clients in Hotels & Mixed-use Developments . Several of my projects are in Oklahoma City so I have been spending quite a bit of time there. I enjoy traveling, fly-fishing and bow-hunting and spending time with my family.” Scott is a delightful member of our community and his positive attitude and entreprenuerial spirit are inspiring to those who know him. His career path has been interesting and his risk-taking abilities, spirit of adventure and leadership skills have been instrumental in his many successes.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I just celebrated my 45th wedding anniversary with my wife Donna. We have a daughter and a son; 8 grandchildren who all live within 5 miles of us. Donna and I were married in the front yard of my family’s old farmhouse overlooking Lake Grapevine which was built in 1905 and now is a part of The Lakeside Village development. We have a long history in the Grapevine/Flower Mound area.
Q: Please tell us about your current career. What led to it? What do you love most about it?
I currently consult for owners in various states who which to develop a hotel & mixed-use development. I have had the pleasure of developing 80+ upper-upscale hotels & conference centers in 40 states. It has afforded Donna and I the opportunity to travel extensively and make life-long friends throughout the country.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Continuing to fulfill our travel bucket list and watch our beautiful grandchildren mature.
Q: Are you involved in anything, such as community groups or hobbies, that you really enjoy outside of work and family life?
Yes, Donna and I are very involved with our Cross Timbers Rotary and our Church (Lewisville Lighthouse).
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community and what do you love to eat/drink there?
Bistecca Italian Steakhouse & Hillside. I like to try new things each time I go and have never been disappointed.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Jack Furst
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Fortunately, we have traveled extensively, and I have fly-fishing in New Zealand on my bucket list.
Q: What book and/or TV show have you enjoyed the most during the last year?
TV show-“1883″/ Book: Boom (about the formation and history of Oklahoma City)
Q: What advice would you give your younger self? Do you have a favorite quote or saying?
Advice, “Never let anyone steal your dreams”. Favorite saying: “Hit it Like You Live!!”
Has anything interesting/challenging/unusual happened in your life that has shaped you into who you are today?
Yes my wife led me to accept Jesus Christ as my Savior and Lord
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Fly fishing in New Zealand
Q: If you could have a super power, what would it be?
A quiver full of arrows with the points dipped in Love to defend the less fortunate
Q: What is your go to band when you cant decide what to listen to?
The Beach Boys
Q: If you could choose anyone, past or present, who would you want to have lunch with? Where would you want to eat?
Jesus Christ-Whataburger
Q: Do you have a favorite business or 2 in our community?
McAdams Engineering, Scott Brown Properties,
Q: What is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I wish I could play a musical instrument or sing
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
My Remarkable 2 (electronic note taker)
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
Without a doubt-my wife-Donna
