Samantha Oleson-Hansen

Samantha Oleson-Hansen has a varied work experience. Samantha started their career at Oleson's Food Stores in 2008 as a Produce Worker/Bagger/Baker. Samantha then worked at Great Wolf Lodge from 2011 to 2013 as a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor/Trainer. In 2013, they joined Pier 1 Imports as a Sales Lead - Management until 2015. Samantha also worked briefly at Lowe's Companies, Inc. in 2014 as a Customer Service Associate. Samantha returned to Oleson's Food Stores in 2016 as an Assistant Bakery/Deli Director and later became the Assistant Marketing Director until 2023. Currently, Samantha holds the role of Marketing Director at Oleson's Food Stores.

Samantha Oleson-Hansen completed their Bachelor's Degree in Food and Consumer Packaged Goods Marketing from Western Michigan University in the years 2013 to 2016. Prior to that, they attended Northwestern Michigan College from 2012 to 2013 for general dual enrollment. Samantha obtained a high school diploma in General Studies from Traverse City West Senior High in the years 2009 to 2013. Additionally, they obtained certifications in Real Estate Salesperson from the State of Michigan and ServSafe Food Safety from ServSafe Food Protection Manager Instructor in 2017.