Chance Olson
About Chance Olson
Chance Olson serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Podium, where he is responsible for overseeing pricing and packaging strategies and plays a key role in onboarding and activation processes. He holds an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and has extensive experience in strategy and operations across various companies, including J.P. Morgan and McKinsey & Company.
Current Role at Podium
Chance Olson serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Podium, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's pricing and packaging strategies. He also plays a key role in the onboarding and activation processes, contributing to the overall strategic direction of the company.
Previous Experience at Podium
Before becoming Chief Strategy Officer, Chance Olson worked at Podium in various capacities. He served as EVP of Strategy and Business Operations from 2019 to 2022, where he was involved in the expansion sales strategy. He later held the position of EVP of Strategy and Customer Experience from 2022 to 2023, focusing on enhancing customer engagement and operational efficiency.
Career Background
Chance Olson has a diverse professional background. He worked at J.P. Morgan as a Private Banking Analyst from 2008 to 2011. He then joined McKinsey & Company as an Engagement Manager from 2013 to 2017. He also had a brief tenure as a Private Equity Associate at Sterling Partners in 2012. Additionally, he served as VP of Strategy and M&A and Chief of Staff to the CEO at Pluralsight from 2017 to 2019.
Education and Qualifications
Chance Olson holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Management from Brigham Young University. His educational background supports his strategic roles in various organizations.