Founding Principles

At the heart of our company is our founder, Alan, a seasoned creative professional and small business owner with over 20 years of experience in the marketing industry. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for design, Olson Social is dedicated to helping small businesses thrive online. Read more about the founder below.

About the Founder

Alan Olson – Founder of Olson Social

I still have a chip on my shoulder for the "delicate geniuses" that over charge small businesses for basic services. I feel like that limits opportunity by forcing you to spend all you profits or spend all your time on your business. Who needs sleep when you can make tomorrows post?

Having faced the same struggles as other small business owners in finding affordable marketing solutions, I founded Olson Social to fill that gap. My lifelong dedication to creative solutions and passion for the "can do" attitude of small business owners are the cornerstones of my mission to support local entrepreneurs.

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Founding Expertise

My journey is a vibrant mix of creativity, business acumen, and a passion for helping others. I began my career as a DJ and radio producer, eventually rising to Creative Director at Clear Channel Radio, where I contributed to the development of iHeart Radio.

After my radio career ended due to corporate downsizing, I joined AT&T, where my dedication and skills led me to be recruited for Union Leadership with the Communications Workers of America. During this time, I also supported the 2016 presidential debate at Washington University, honing my communication and negotiation skills.

My entrepreneurial spirit has driven me to excel in sales and marketing. I became the Director of Sales and Marketing for a vacation rental startup and went on to start three companies. Two of them, a thriving lawn care company and an Airbnb management service, were successful and I eventually sold them. The third, a restaurant, opened and subsequently closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, giving me invaluable firsthand experience in crisis management.

I understand its critical role in modern marketing. I leverage my diverse skillset and deep passion for local businesses to drive Olson Social's mission: empowering local businesses to thrive in the digital age.

With a background steeped in real-world experience, from grassroots marketing to high-level strategic roles, I bring a unique perspective and a proven track record of success. My expertise isn't just theoretical—it's been forged in the trenches of small business ownership and corporate environments alike.

Choosing Olson Social means choosing a partner who understands the struggles and triumphs of running a small business, and who is dedicated to providing affordable, effective marketing solutions tailored to your needs.

Let's work together to achieve your business goals!