Craig Olson

Craig Olson has extensive experience in aviation, beginning with a role as an Airline/Charter Pilot at Kenmore Air Harbor, Inc. from June 1989 to April 1994, where responsibilities included managing pilot training programs and aircraft scheduling. Olson served as Chief Pilot and later Vice President of Aviation at Starbucks Coffee Company from January 2017 to January 2018, promoting excellence in corporate flight operations. Notably, Olson was a key member of the US Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, Blue Angels, from November 2002 to November 2005, serving as Director of Operations and lead solo pilot. Additional roles in the US Navy involved leadership positions, including Director of Operations for various strike fighter squadrons. Olson's education includes a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Science/Aviation Management from Central Washington University and a Master of Arts in Strategic and Organizational Leadership from the Naval War College.