Eric Olson
Vice President of Sports Tourism and Events
Expertise:
Destination development, sports tourism, event management, and rights holder relations
Industry Involvement:
- Board of Directors - Sports Events & Tourism Association (Sports ETA)
- SportsKS – Executive Committee/Treasurer
My Job In One Sentence:
I showcase Overland Park as a sports destination and work with event organizers to bring competitions, athletes and fans to our community.
Favorite Place To Take Visitors:
Tap Ins at the Greenhouse for a few rounds of minigolf, or The Golden Scoop for ice cream
Favorite Weekend Activity:
Watching my son compete in youth sports
Three Things I Love:
- The mountains (Rockies)
- Landscaping, working with my hands
- Music, JJ Grey & Mofro, Blues Traveler