Shelby Akos
Director of Marketing
(314) 345-5113
Shelby Akos is the Director of Marketing for the St. Louis Sports Commission, where she leads marketing strategy and initiatives that strengthen the organization’s brand, elevate St. Louis as a premier sports destination, attract and promote major sporting events, and maximize their impact across the region.
Prior to joining the Sports Commission, Shelby spent 13 years in marketing for a regional sports television network, leading marketing efforts for professional team partners across St. Louis, Kansas City and Indianapolis, with additional experience supporting the Detroit and Los Angeles markets. Her background spans local market activation and broader network initiatives, including integrated marketing campaigns, brand strategy, on-air promotion, partnerships and community engagement.
A proud graduate of the University of Missouri, Shelby holds degrees in Business Marketing and Journalism with an emphasis in Strategic Communication. She also serves on the Operation Food Search Executive Board and is passionate about using her experience in sports, marketing and community engagement to strengthen the St. Louis region and create meaningful connections through sports.
