Our Origin Story

Born and raised in Walla Walla, Whitney dreamed of this business venture since she was a young adult with a burgeoning passion for creating memorable experiences.

After graduating from the University of Washington in Seattle, Whitney moved to Los Angeles to start her professional career in events and marketing. A decade later, she had honed her craft in entertainment, fashion runway shows, music tours, Hollywood galas, and red carpets for major publications and many luxury brands.

After moving back to Seattle to manage events for tech companies, Whitney was set up on a blind date with her future husband. Sparks flew, and soon she was planning their wedding. In a twist of fate, the groom had attended Whitman College as an undergraduate and holds Walla Walla dear to his heart. Whitney shared her dream with him, and now they are building Olson North together in the place they love.

A note from Whitney, “Walla Walla is our special place, and we are so excited to invite people to share in its beauty. Celebrate your big day, special occasion, or company retreat at Olson North - it will not disappoint.”