Maria Gonzalez Olson

Maria Olson is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in the nonprofit sector and brand management. Currently serving as Executive Vice President at the American Cancer Society since January 2023, Maria previously held senior leadership roles at the American Heart Association, where responsibilities included SVP of Development and Field Operations from September 2012 to January 2023. Maria’s notable achievements include successfully reorganizing the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s San Diego and Hawaii Chapters, directing multi-site fundraising campaigns, and generating significant revenue growth across various organizations. With a strong foundation in advertising from Michigan State University, Maria has held pivotal positions at top agencies, including J. Walter Thompson and Ogilvy & Mather Direct, where innovative marketing strategies resulted in millions in revenue.