From the 2023 NFL Draft to the eagerly anticipated FIFA World Cup in 2026, some of Kansas City’s best headlines in recent years have been about sports. Meet the communication strategist in charge of telling Kansas City’s sport stories: Elliott Scott.
After a decade of working at Will Gregory Public Relations, Scott joined the Kansas City Sports Commission in 2021; he is now the Director of Marketing and Communications. “My passion is equal parts storytelling and strategy,” Scott says. “We have something special in Kansas City—I call it the perfect mix of humility and hustle—and it’s a privilege to share our stories with the world.”
When he’s not working on national events like the Big 12 Basketball Championships, local fundraising events like the Garmin Kansas City Marathon, or WIN for KC’s programming for women and girls, Scott is most likely running through various parts of Kansas City. An avid ultramarathoner, he recently completed Flower Moon Ultra, a 52-mile trail race in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. In November, he’ll participate in the New York City Marathon on behalf of the American Cancer Society.
“Running has allowed me to explore parts of Kansas City I might never have discovered otherwise,” he says. “One of my favorite weekend traditions is running to a bakery I haven’t tried, having a light breakfast, and then returning home by a different route.”
Elliott’s essentials...
Caffeine Fix: While I haven’t had more caffeine than a daily cup of decaf coffee in the past two years, Messenger on Grand serves an herbal tonic called Malabar, and I can’t get enough of it. Intensely flavorful with turmeric, ginger, and peppercorns, it never fails to give me a little extra spring in my step.
Repeat Eatery: Whenever someone visits from out of town, we’re going to Extra Virgin and I’m ordering the halved fudgy eggs. Seasoned with za’atar and sumac, they’re a perfect combination of taste and texture.
Get Boozy: With full-proof and zero-proof cocktail menus, Wild Child is my pick when I’m meeting friends for a cocktail. I stick to the nonalcoholic side, favoring the N/A negroni for a drink that doesn’t feel like a compromise in the slightest.
Self-Care Sesh: As my running mileage ramps up throughout the year, leg days in the gym become increasingly impractical. EmSculpt Neo is a service offered by AesthetiCare Medspa and the newest addition to my training regimen, thanks to aesthetician Krissy Ward. I love being able to run and maintain muscle mass—truly the best of both worlds!
Shopping Small: Ulah, located in Woodside Village, continues to offer an exceptional range of products for men. I’ve known co-owner Joey Mendez since college—his expertise and advice have been a critical part of my fashion development over the years. The store never fails to feel welcoming.
Hidden Gem: For breakfast, The Market at Meadowbrook doesn’t receive nearly enough attention. Located near the French-inspired restaurant Verbena, The Market offers grab-and-go options in addition to its dine-in offerings. If you want something healthy, go with the smoked salmon bowl. Otherwise, they serve one of the best breakfast sandwiches in town.