Hello, I’m Taylor Scott Nelson, a green professional with a deep commitment to conservation, local sustainability, and environmental education. I believe in the critical importance of protecting our environment, not only for ourselves but also for future generations. Through my work, I strive to share my knowledge and passion, helping others understand the essential role the environment plays in our daily lives.
My career journey has been diverse and enriching. I started by building a strong foundation in public relations and marketing, working with mid-sized agencies like TimePiece PR & Marketing, 70KFT, and HCK2 Partners. These roles provided me with a well-rounded background in strategic communication, brand positioning, and content marketing, skills that I would later apply to my true passions—sustainability and conservation.
Seeking a change from agency life, I took a step back to explore what truly mattered to me. This led me to the Lost Valley Education Center and Ecovillage in Oregon, where I completed an immersive sustainability education program focused on ecovillages, permaculture, and environmental stewardship. This experience was transformative, igniting my dedication to green marketing, conservation, and environmental advocacy.
My Professional Journey in Texas
Upon returning to Texas, I pursued roles that aligned my marketing expertise with my passion for sustainability and environmental education:
- Marketing Manager – Texas Trees Foundation (Dallas, TX)
At this urban forestry nonprofit, I led marketing, communications, and public outreach efforts to promote tree planting, urban cooling initiatives, and community engagement. My work included managing all communications for marketing campaigns and developing strategies to raise awareness about the environmental and health benefits of trees in urban areas.
- Information Specialist III – Take Care of Texas Program, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (Austin, TX)
As part of TCEQ’s statewide public outreach program, I focused on environmental education and advocacy. I played a key role in developing multimedia campaigns, digital content, and educational materials that encouraged Texans to conserve water, reduce waste, and protect air quality. I also led the 6th-12th Student Video Contest and the Texas Trickle campaign, a water conservation initiative aimed at engaging and educating the public.
- Digital Marketing Specialist – Texas Disposal Systems (Creedmoor, TX)
In this role at one of Texas’ leading waste resource management companies, I combined my digital marketing expertise with my passion for sustainability. I managed digital content, webpage/landing page creation, email marketing, and customer/sales outreach efforts to promote recycling, composting, and waste reduction initiatives. My work helped bridge the gap between sustainable waste management practices and community education.
- Marketing Coordinator – Design Workshop (Austin, TX)
At this international landscape architecture and design firm, I supported proposal management and business development efforts. My role involved creating strategic marketing materials that helped the firm win projects focused on sustainable urban planning, ecological restoration, and community-centered design. I applied my content development and project management skills to contribute winning and creating environmentally responsible design solutions.
My Mission & Commitment
Through the evolution of my career, I have remained dedicated to green principles and environmental stewardship. My goal is to inspire others to value and protect our natural world—whether through conservation efforts, sustainability projects, or educational initiatives. I am committed to making a positive impact on our planet and encouraging others to join me in this vital mission.
