Scott O’Brien is vice president of ThermFlo, a heating, air conditioning and ventilation service company in Buffalo Grove. He was raised in Niles and has been active in the park district since childhood, currently serving as a baseball coach.

At ThermFlo, Scott works as a project manager involved in process improvement, budget management and communications. He also serves as vice president of the 911 Electrical Contractors Association, a group of contractors working to help each other in times of need. He looks forward to utilizing all of his professional skills for the betterment of the Niles Park District.

Scott played baseball with the Niles Park District program from preschool into high school. At Maine East High School, he kept active on the baseball, wrestling and cross country teams. He was also a member of the Ski Club.

He is an avid golfer and plays into many early summer evenings at Tam O’Shanter.

O’Brien lives in Niles with his wife, Alyson, and their three children, Tyler, Brandon and Norah. All 3 children attended Bright Beginnings Preschool at the Niles Park District. They also play baseball, basketball and soccer as well as participate in gymnastics.

"The Niles Park District means the same to me now as it did way back when. It’s a place where a family can be active and grow together."