About Sveno
Personal
Delve into the life and times of Sveno, learning about his life, family and volunteer work around the world.
Professional
A window into the professional life of Sven Olson, across time and space, serving youth, families and veterans around the world.
Public Speaking
A gifted motivational speaker, Sveno has shared his message of passion and service to over 200,000 people around the world.
Short Bio
Additional Information
Calling Arizona home, Sven Olson, "Sveno", lives with his wife and daughter, Katya. They enjoy the near constant sunshine, but also love to travel and enjoy the beautiful seasons that so many other places provide. Prior to moving to Arizona, Sveno lived in Kyiv, Ukraine where he met and fell in love with Iryna, and they were married in 2012. Sveno served as the Bilateral Affairs Officer at the US Embassy in Ukraine for three years.
Sveno retired from the military after 27 years in the Army National Guard, while serving in Ukraine. He is now passionate about serving students, veterans and their families. He has two sons, each of whom he is very proud, one a teacher and Captain in the Army National Guard and one that is a student at the University of Arizona. Sveno owns several small businesses, volunteers extensively across the community and serves on many leadership boards for organizations that he cares deeply about.
Upcoming and Recent Speaking Engagements
Ignite Academy
Featured Speaker Ignite Academy, Seattle Washington MAR / APR 2020
2020 National GEAR Up Conference
National Conference on Federal GEAR UP Schools and districts
Governors Youth Leadership
2020 Arizona Governors Conference on Youth Leadership: "Finding Your Courage"
Lakes High School: Seattle WA
Inspiring the high school freshman
India 2020
For one week in June 2020, Sveno will be a speaker for English high schools in India.
SAVMA
Sveno was the Master of Ceremonies for the 2020 So. AZ Volunteer Recognition.