Scott Quaife is the Health & Wellness Coordinator for Down Syndrome Innovations, based in the Kansas City area. He is a NSCA-certified personal trainer, Precision Nutrition Level 1 nutritionist, and published researcher. In addition to presenting at numerous conferences, including the National Down Syndrome Congress in 2022, 2023, and 2024, Scott was a recipient of the Golisano Health Leadership award, which is the highest honor Special Olympics offers to health partners. Scott believes that physical health is a critical part of independence and quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome. Staying updated on the latest research, Scott focuses on making his training effective, engaging, and appropriate for all ability levels. He is working to advance the narrative of what is physically capable for self-advocates and create awareness of the need for regular physical activity. He believes that functional fitness is key to helping self-advocates gain and keep meaningful employment and pursue their dreams.