Kaila M. Stokes

Kaila M. Stokes is an accomplished marketing and client services professional, currently serving as the Client Services Director for Institutions and Destinations at AKA NYC. With over a decade of experience in marketing, digital strategy, and brand communications, she partners with world-class attractions, cultural institutions, theme parks, and sports organizations to develop strategic campaigns that drive engagement and ticket sales. Kaila’s expertise spans experiential marketing, media planning, and creative storytelling, ensuring that each client connects with audiences in meaningful and measurable ways.

Prior to her leadership role at AKA, Kaila honed her skills in marketing and communications through positions at the Vineyard Theatre, Atlantic Theater Company, TADA! Youth Theater, and the Santa Barbara Dance Institute. She has successfully led digital marketing initiatives, rebranding efforts, social media campaigns, and content strategy projects, consistently producing measurable results while elevating organizational visibility. Her ability to adapt to fast-paced, high-pressure environments has earned her a reputation as a dependable and innovative leader.

A graduate of Marymount Manhattan College with a BFA in Directing and Theatrical Production, Kaila combines a deep understanding of theater and live performance with strategic marketing insight. She is an articulate communicator, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, and thrives in both collaborative team settings and independent leadership roles. Passionate about creating memorable experiences for audiences, Kaila continues to make an impact by helping iconic brands tell their stories effectively and creatively.

• Marymount Manhattan College - BFA

• Theater in the Now

• MCC Theater
• WP Theater
• The American Opera Project