Katlin Olson
About Katlin Olson
Katlin Olson is a Specialist in Corporate Services at The Wendy's Company, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in conference and event planning, having held various roles at Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center and Marriott International prior to her current position.
Current Role at Wendy's
Katlin Olson has held the position of Specialist in Corporate Services at The Wendy's Company since 2016. In this role, she collaborates with the Corporate Services Manager to outline and implement a multi-million dollar yearly operating budget. Olson is responsible for analyzing and tracking invoices related to corporate services and the Thomas Conference Center, as well as managing a million-dollar capital budget. She also leads the coordination of associate engagement events, including the annual Holiday Party hosted by the CEO. Her role involves regular communication with the corporate services team, other departments, and outside vendors to ensure efficient meeting operations.
Previous Experience in Conference Services
Before joining Wendy's, Katlin Olson worked at Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center in various roles related to conference services. She started as a Conference Services Planner from 2014 to 2015, then advanced to Conference Services Manager from 2012 to 2014, and later served as Senior Conference and Events Planning Manager from 2015 to 2016. During her time at Nationwide, Olson gained extensive experience in event planning and management, contributing to the successful execution of numerous corporate events.
Hospitality Background
Katlin Olson has a solid background in the hospitality industry, having worked at Marriott International and Courtyard By Marriott. She served as a Food and Beverage Supervisor at Marriott International from 2011 to 2012 and as a Front Desk Supervisor at Courtyard By Marriott from 2008 to 2011. These positions provided her with valuable experience in customer service and operations within the hospitality sector.
Education and Expertise
Katlin Olson earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management and Hospitality from Tiffin University, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. This educational background has equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in her roles within the corporate services and hospitality industries.