About Us
We created Our Olive Branch to be our peace offering to the world.
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I’ve spent most of my career working inside organizations during periods of growth, change, and complexity.
In those environments, the challenge is rarely a single issue. More often, it’s a mix of unclear priorities, misaligned efforts, and systems or strategies that don’t quite fit how the organization actually operates.
From the outside, this can look like a marketing problem, a growth issue, or an operational gap.
In practice, it’s usually something quieter — a lack of clarity and alignment.
That’s the kind of work I’ve found myself drawn to over time.
Background
My work has taken place across growth-stage businesses, nonprofit organizations, industry associations, and public sector environments.
I’ve been part of building things from the ground up, steadying organizations during periods of uncertainty, and working alongside leadership teams navigating decisions that don’t have obvious answers. Some of that work has led to acquisition. Some of it has been quieter, but just as meaningful.
Earlier in my career, I was more directly involved in running things — managing teams, executing across operations, marketing, and technology, and carrying real financial accountability.
Over time, my role shifted.
Less doing everything. More helping leaders step back, see clearly, and move forward with confidence.
We created Our Olive Branch to be our peace offering to the world. We wanted to dedicate our time, energy, and talents to making the world a better place. This has translated to our mission of empowering individuals and organizations to evolve and realize sustainable growth and success.
Through our various services, we aim to make a meaningful and positive impact on people’s lives and the world around us. We hope you will allow us to be a catalyst for growth and transformation for you.
Public service
I currently serve as a City Councilmember in Duvall, Washington.
That experience has reinforced something I’ve come to believe across every setting I’ve worked in:
Clear thinking, honest communication, and disciplined process tend to produce better outcomes than speed, pressure, or force of will.
Public service has also deepened my appreciation for how decisions are actually made — often with incomplete information, competing perspectives, and real consequences for people’s lives.
It’s a different kind of accountability, and it continues to shape how I approach my work.
Why Our Olive Branch
The name reflects how I think about the role I play.
Many of the situations I step into involve some form of tension — competing priorities, different perspectives, or pressure to act before things are fully understood.
I don’t see my role as adding more ideas or more noise.
It’s to help create the conditions where clearer thinking becomes possible again — and where decisions can be made from a more grounded place.
At the same time, Our Olive Branch reflects something broader than just my work.
Amy’s work in health, education, and community-based support — and our shared commitment to service — has shaped that perspective in important ways. It continues to influence how we think about care, responsibility, and the kind of impact we hope to have.
Credentials
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy, Magna Cum Laude, from Florida International University — Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society — with earlier studies in Religious Studies at Indiana University.
I’m a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and have held certifications in bookkeeping, social media marketing, and search engine optimization.
I’ve also served on governance and advisory boards for organizations working in STEM and aviation education, youth entrepreneurship, childhood health, affordable housing, and the arts.
Writing
I write at AdamOlen.com — reflections on leadership, civic life, books I’m reading, and an ongoing practice log from a year-long leadership development program.
If you want a clearer sense of how I think, that’s probably the most direct place to start.
What Our Clients Say
I HAD THE PLEASURE OF working with Adam while working on a national implementation kit and distribution program. Adam, is professional, detail-oriented, informed, and insightful. Whenever I had questions he was always courteous and responsive. I recommend Adam as a true professional, he is client service focused.
--Darryl H.
ADAM ACCEPTED THE CHALLENGE of developing a new website and marketing tools, including a total rebranding and image update from the logo up. The task was made more difficult as we needed to transpose old and evolving information from our old systems to the new. Our database was out of date and resided on a cumbersome… Read More.
--Phil P. & Tony D.
ADAM ALWAYS BEHAVED WITH ABSOLUTE INTEGRITY and professionalism. Although our business relationship happened a long time ago, I always knew that he was a rising star, and he would accomplish great things, through vision, impeccable work ethic, and generosity.
--Michael B
IT WAS A PLEASURE WORKING DIRECTLY WITH ADAM for over 4 years in a marketing collaboration effort to develop and execute our strategic initiatives. Adam was always professional, well prepared and ready to lead our team in many various marketing/leadership initiatives. Adam could always be counted on to be honest, educated and challenge our ideas to… Read More.
--Michael M.
ADAM IS AN UNFORGETTABLE, amazing mentor and colleague. He is a natural-born leader, strategic thinker, and intelligent beyond what words can ever describe. He is an honest and caring human being. I remember learning so much from his sales background, business sense, and positive attitude. Nothing is ever impossible, he would say, and I will… Read More.
--Kathy S.
I HAD THE PRIVILEGE OF WORKING WITH ADAM in Leadership Miami. Adam demonstrated strong leadership abilities as our group leader. He always kept the group moving on target toward our goals and consistently made level-headed solid recommendations to the group that contributed to our success.
--Lourdes C.
I WORKED WITH ADAM OLEN on my book release. Through editing, cover design, contract negotiations, and other protocols he stands above the rest. He is an excellent negotiator and has incredible integrity. I really enjoyed working with him. He is a total team player. His professional knowledge and ability to work with others helped get the… Read More.
--Vickie H.
IT WAS A PRIVILEGE WORKING with Adam Olen. He is an exceptional individual with solid values, a strong work ethic and incredible organizational skills. He is very methodical and thorough. Adam could always be counted on to plan and execute carefully, and to deliver support and guidance to our team. His commitment to the organization was… Read More.
--Axia M.
I WORKED WITH ADAM on a Community Development Project for the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. Adam was selected to coordinate the project because of his poise, calm determination, and ability to keep everyone focused on what was most important at the moment. He is an organized, thorough leader whose insight and willingness to say what… Read More.
--Will D.
WHILE MY BUSINESS ASSOCIATION WITH ADAM has been somewhat brief, he is a quality individual with high standards and very ethical practices. His numerous and varied skills would add greatly to any company that believes in building an organization with quality people who have great skills and sound judgment.
--Keith M
ADAM IS A PLEASURE TO WORK with, and he possesses very good organizational and communication skills. As a consultant for Alchemical Courtyard, I worked daily with Adam as part of a start-up in a highly regulated industry. Adam is quick to see the comprehensive ‘big picture’ while also understanding the many detailed aspects of a start-up,… Read More.
--Susan U.
ADAM OLEN IS PERSONABLE, professional, skilled, a leader, who is a loyal and steady team player, who you want in your project or program management inner circle, because Adam is focused on the team’s success.