Shelby Nelson

Shelby Nelson joined the Toronto Blue Jays organization shortly after earning his diploma in an entry level position as an account executive. His goal was to work for a professional sports team in a role that would help him grow. Over the past 24 years, his career trajectory has seen him rise to Vice President of Florida Operations where he leads a team responsible for Spring Training, the Dunedin Blue Jays, and the Player Development Complex.

His proudest achievement was leading the re-development of TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Florida and the construction of a brand-new Player Development Complex which was subsequently recognized as the best in major league baseball by MLB. The local face of the Blue Jays in Dunedin, Shelby is a respected community leader, actively participating in various local charities and groups and coaching kids’ sports. In 2024 Shelby was recognized as a Durham College Alumni of Distinction recipient.

He is nominated in the Business category.