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Nick Olsen
Principal at Innovation Endeavors
Nick Olsen is a Principal at Innovation Endeavors, a venture capital firm where he focuses on early-stage investments at the intersection of advanced engineering, computer science, and life sciences.12
Professional Background
Nick Olsen has an impressive career trajectory:
- Current Role: Principal at Innovation Endeavors (since August 2023)1
- Previous Positions at Innovation Endeavors:
- Senior Associate (January 2022 - July 2023)
- Associate (January 2021 - December 2021)1
Before joining Innovation Endeavors, Olsen worked at:
- Tempus Labs, Inc.: Strategy and Operations (August 2018 - January 2021)1
- Bain & Company: Senior Associate Consultant and Associate Consultant (July 2015 - August 2018)1
- Spark Therapeutics, Inc.: Global Commercial Extern (June 2017 - October 2017)1
Education
Olsen holds a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering with a Business Minor from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - School of Engineering.1
Investment Focus
At Innovation Endeavors, Olsen's investment interests lie at the intersection of advanced engineering, computer science, and life sciences.2 He has been involved in several notable investments, including:
- Think Bioscience (co-led seed round)
- BioLoomics (led seed round)
- Harmonic Discovery (led seed round)
- Character Biosciences (led series A)1
Additional Roles
Olsen also serves as a Member of the Board of Directors at GRO Biosciences since April 2023.1
Personal Interests
Originally from Chicago, Olsen now enjoys the Northern California climate. His personal interests include reading, hiking, and golfing.2
Nick Olsen's diverse background in bioengineering, business, and technology, combined with his experience in consulting and operations, has positioned him as a valuable asset in the venture capital world, particularly in sectors where technology intersects with life sciences and healthcare.
