Mary Olson

Mary Olson is an accomplished professional in the gaming and audio industries with extensive leadership experience. Currently serving as the VP of Strategic Portfolio at Behaviour Interactive since February 2024, Olson previously held prominent roles including Studio Head and Head of Production at Midwinter Entertainment from October 2019 to September 2024. Prior positions include Executive Producer, Lead Producer, and Audio Producer at Microsoft 343 Industries between July 2012 and September 2019, as well as Founder of Spark* Inc from February 2012 to October 2012. Olson's career began at Zipper/Sony Computer Entertainment as an Audio Manager from May 2007 to June 2012, along with a tenure as President/Owner at Orasund from November 1999 to March 2006. Earlier experience includes positions as Sound Designer at Microsoft Audio Group and Microsoft from 1996 to 1999. Olson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music Composition and Technology from The Evergreen State College, graduated in 1994.