Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Mikal Wescott has worked for the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) as an instructional designer and assistant manager since 2023. He handles an array of leadership responsibilities, including project management and development duties. He has garnered several awards during his time with the department, among them an ADOT Leadership Award. He previously served as a lead instruction designer at Amazon in Tempe. In addition to his extensive work in professional design, Mikal Wescott has 13 years of experience as a schoolteacher, including seven years as a math and biology teacher at Thunderbird High School.
Mikal Wescott holds a psychology degree from Arizona State University. He continued his education at Northern Arizona University, earning master of science degrees in special education and educational leadership. He has also completed ADOT technical training. Away from work, Mr. Wescott enjoys staying physically active through hiking and cycling. His other interests include writing fiction and playing the saxophone.