Josh Olson
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
- Role
- Principal Officer Institutional Giving at Aopa
- Location
- Hudson, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Josh Olson
I am a goal and vision driven leader, with excellent strategic, communication, and team building skills. I am adept at implementing change, growth, and aligning key partners. I am able to translate mission and goals into operating plans with clear benchmarks and objectives. I have a proven track record of keeping costs on budget while exceeding revenue expectations.
Experience
Principal Officer Institutional Giving
Oct 2025 — Present
Lead institutional giving and major gifts strategy for the AOPA Foundation, advancing philanthropic partnerships and revenue growth to expand access to aviation, workforce development, and STEM education nationwide. Serve as a key driver of foundation strategy, aligning funding priorities with high-impact programs that strengthen the aviation ecosystem and inspire the next generation.
Education
Taylor University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Mass Communication/Media Studies
Marylhurst University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
2012 — 2014
Taylor University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA
Skills
- Public Relations
- Customer Service
- Research
- Fundraising
- Program Management
- Team Building
- Program Development
- Management
- Community Outreach
- Nonprofits
- Public Speaking
- Event Management
- Non-Profit Administration
- Event Planning
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