Ownership Group

As Co-Owner, General Manager and Head Coach of the Ambush, Jeff Locker's enthusiasm and energy for the franchise is evident.

Locker became co-owner of the Ambush in December, 2019 and took over the General Manager position in March, 2020. He added the role of Interim Head Coach in January, 2021 before dropping the "Interim" title prior to the 2022-23 season.

Locker is an experienced wealth manager, specializing in financial planning for individuals, families and business owners. After 10 years in the industry, working as an advisor, mentor, sales manager and partner at a previous firm, he began AXIUS in 2010. 

Jeff excels at understanding a client’s goals and then crafting a comprehensive plan designed specifically to meet those goals. He has even been recognized for his accomplishments by being awarded several industry awards, including the Five Star Wealth Manager Award and is a qualifying member of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT).

Jeff attended Truman State University, and earned his bachelor’s degree in Finance and a minor in Economics. He then continued his education by attaining the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) designation, the Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) and FINRA Series 7, 24, 63 and 65.

When asked what was different about the AXIUS experience, Jeff immediately thought of an Abraham Lincoln quote that he feels embodies the AXIUS spirit. “Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.”

Locker is a native of St. Charles County, where he still works and resides with his wife Heather and their four children. They also share their house with turtles and frogs, there’s always excitement at the Locker house. Jeff is extremely active in the children’s school, the Academy of the Sacred Heart. He is on the committee furthering enrichment and enjoys giving back to the St. Charles Community.

In his spare time, you can find Jeff on the soccer field, either playing or coaching. Jeff and his family love to travel, and he has been all over the world. He did the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and the original marathon in Athens, Greece. They often visit Disney World in Orlando, and they are hoping to take a Disney Cruise soon. Jeff is an outdoorsman, and loves spending time at the Lake of the Ozarks, fishing, boating, spending time on the water or golfing. Family game night is also a big hit at their house, you’ll often find the family playing Clue, Shufflepuck or other board games.

Shelly Clark has been a part of the ownership of the St Louis Ambush since its rebirth in 2013. She became co-owner of the team in 2016.

Shelly graduated Magna Cum Laude from Kent State University in 1997 with a Bachelors of Science in Education. She and her husband Will started Cardinal Surveying & Mapping in 2003 and are both Professional Land Surveyors licensed in the state of Missouri.

Shelly is involved in their local community and serve and support several local charities including Youth in Need, The St. Charles Library Foundation, Friends of Kids with Cancer, Sunshine Kids, Our Lady’s Inn, St Louis Food Bank and many others.

Shelly currently serves as the CEO of the St Louis Ambush and oversees the day to day operations. She also serves on the Major Arena Soccer League Executive Committee as Secretary.

Under her ownership, the Ambush franchise has continued to grow. 

Shelly and Will Clark have 2 grown children, Tyler and Annika. The family resides in Cottleville.