Jared Olhoft
Vice President, Product and Engineering
Jared Olhoft is a technology-focused executive driven to build business systems and public-facing technology to drive value in people’s lives.
Call it a conundrum that Jared, a former sergeant in the Marine Corps (where people take orders), is best known professionally for respectfully but insightfully influencing organizational change. Throughout his career, he has reframed, adapted, and applied analysis to challenge the status quo through cutting-edge technology.
This dedication to critical thinking and innovation stems from Jared’s core belief in continuous learning. There is always something new in the technology field, and he is keen to implement new learnings to align with strategic objectives.
Beyond Jared’s technical acumen, he leads organizations and teams with authenticity, genuinely caring for the development and advancement of individuals and exemplifying servant leadership.
Getting to Know You
If you had a free day to do anything, how would you spend it?
I’d spend the day at a Botanical Garden or Landscape Arboretum, taking my time walking around and enjoying the varieties of plants they have curated.
What superpower do you wish you had?
If I had the opportunity to have a single superpower, I would want to be capable of teleporting to any destination!
Why do you love your job?
I love my job because it’s constantly throwing new challenges my way. That’s awesome as I believe getting out of your comfort zone is to growth.
Characteristic you admire in people?
I admire people with Grit – a passion and perseverance to succeed over the long-term.
