Tess Olcott
About Tess Olcott
Tess Olcott is an Associate in the Investment Practice at SPMB Executive Search, where she focuses on recruiting for venture capital and investment firms. She has experience as an Analyst and Senior Analyst at the same firm and has previously worked in various roles within the NFL and completed her studies in Sociology at Pitzer College.
Current Role at SPMB Executive Search
Tess Olcott currently serves as an Associate in the Investment Practice at SPMB Executive Search. She has been in this role since 2022 and has accumulated two years of experience in the New York City Metropolitan Area. In her position, she is involved in recruiting for venture capital and investment firm clients, focusing on high-level roles such as General Partner, Partner, and Principal. Her work emphasizes a strong research process to identify and deliver top-tier leaders in the investment sector.
Previous Experience at SPMB Executive Search
Prior to her current role, Tess Olcott worked at SPMB Executive Search as a Senior Analyst in the Investment Practice for eight months in 2022. Before that, she held the position of Analyst in the same practice for seven months, starting in 2021. During her tenure, she contributed to the recruitment of functional executives, including CFOs, COOs, General Counsels, and Heads of Investor Relations, for leading venture capital and investment firms.
Internship Experience at NFL Films
In 2019, Tess Olcott completed a three-month internship at NFL Films in Mount Laurel, NJ. This role provided her with foundational experience in the sports industry and contributed to her understanding of production processes within a major sports organization.
Education and Academic Background
Tess Olcott earned her Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Pitzer College, where she studied from 2017 to 2020. Her academic background has equipped her with insights into social dynamics and organizational behavior, which are beneficial in her recruitment efforts in the investment sector.
Role at National Football League (NFL)
Before joining SPMB Executive Search, Tess Olcott worked at the National Football League (NFL) as GSIS Support & Statistics QA for six months from 2020 to 2021 in New York, New York. This position involved quality assurance and support related to statistical data, further enhancing her analytical skills in a professional sports context.