Mark Olson

Mark Olson has a diverse work experience in the field of marketing, communications, public relations, and government relations. Mark currently serves as the Director of Marketing & Communications at the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) since January 2022. Prior to this role, they held various positions at MTS, including Manager of Public Relations and Public Relations Specialist. Before joining MTS, Mark worked as a Government Relations and Public Affairs Specialist at Nuffer, Smith, Tucker from 2012 to 2014. From 2007 to 2012, they worked as a Senior Policy Advisor at the San Diego County Board of Supervisors. Mark also worked as the Communications Director at the California State Assembly from 2006 to 2007 and started their career as a Press Secretary/Field Representative at the United States House of Representatives from 2003 to 2006.

Mark Olson earned their MA degree in Mass Communications and Media Studies from San Diego State University from 2007 to 2010. Prior to that, they attended California State University San Marcos, where they pursued a degree in Political Science, though the specific years of their enrollment are unknown.