Josh Ott is an award-winning marketer and revenue strategist with over 15 years of experience driving business growth across Digital, Linear, and Radio. Throughout his career at ABC, BET, Scripps, MTV, and Pivot, Josh has been at the forefront of media innovation, seamlessly navigating the evolving landscape to create impactful outcomes for brands.

Currently, as the Head of Revenue & Marketing at The Shade Room, one of the most influential voices in modern culture, Josh leads a high-performing sales and marketing team at the digital media powerhouse that has redefined how millions engage with entertainment, politics, and social issues. Under his leadership, he drives new revenue streams, strategic partnerships, and groundbreaking content solutions that leverage TSR’s unparalleled cultural influence and reach. His work positions brands at the center of cultural conversations, connecting them authentically with audiences who look to The Shade Room as a trusted source for what matters most in contemporary culture.

His diverse experience, from traditional media giants to cultural tastemakers, gives Josh a unique perspective on building meaningful connections between brands and communities, complemented by his entrepreneurial background in brand building.

A collaborative and driven leader, as well as a dedicated mentor and board member, Josh is passionate about shaping the future of media, innovation, and brand storytelling while fostering the next generation of media and marketing leaders.

Josh is passionate about shaping the future of media, innovation, and brand storytelling while fostering the next generation of media and marketing leaders.