Josh Olson

Josh Olson has served as the Chief Information Officer at Michigan Technological University since December 2005, leading a team of over 80 to support technology services for a diverse campus community. Notable achievements include overseeing the implementation of significant IT infrastructure projects, such as a new enterprise network storage solution, and improving IT satisfaction ratings. Olson has held various leadership roles within the university, including Interim Director of the Van Pelt and Opie Library, and previously served as Deputy Chief Technology Officer, where initiatives led to substantial operational savings. Additionally, Olson chairs the Board of Directors for Merit Network, contributing to strategic direction and IT policy development among Michigan public universities. Educational credentials include an MBA from Michigan Technological University and a BS in Computer Information Systems from Northern Michigan University.