Scott Smith (Arizona politician)

Scott Smith
39th Mayor of Mesa
In office June 2, 2008 – April 16, 2014
Preceded by	Keno Hawker
Succeeded by	Alex Finter (acting) John Giles
71st President of the United States Conference of Mayors
In office January 1, 2013 – April 16, 2014
Preceded by	Michael Nutter
Succeeded by	Kevin Johnson
Personal details
Born	1956 (age 68–69) Tucson, Arizona, U.S.
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Kim Smith
Children	3
Alma mater	Brigham Young University (BS) Arizona State University (MBA, JD)
Website	Official Facebook

Scott Smith (born 1956) is an American businessman and politician, elected as the 38th mayor of Mesa, Arizona, on May 20, 2008. He took office on June 2, 2008 and served until April 16, 2014, when he resigned to run for Governor of Arizona in the Republican Primary. In 2013–14, he was president of the United States Conference of Mayors. He was previously president of both Great Western Homes and K. Hovnanian Homes. He has also worked in finance and as a business consultant.