SHEroes in STEM
Thanksgiving Point kicked off International Women’s Day with a “SHEroes in STEM” (STEM = Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) event held at the Museum of Natural Curiosity. Les Olson IT’s new VP of Accounting Amanda Slatter was one of 12 nominated as one of the SHEroes to spotlight at Thanksgiving Point.
Les Olson Company supporting 2019 Utah Food Bank donation.
Throughout the year, the Utah Food Bank receives donations from hundreds of food and fund drives hosted by various organizations, and by individuals who want to give back to the community. Because of the generosity of these businesses and individuals, the Utah Food Bank is able purchase food to distribute to pantries throughout Utah and even Mobile Pantry Trucks, which bring lots of fresh food to areas under served by traditional food pantries.
Les Olson Company Honored With Las Vegas Metro Chamber 2018 Business Excellence Award
We are proud members of the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce. Recently they recognized 23 businesses in the Las Vegas area who have made an impact on their industries and communities with their 2018 Business Excellence Awards. The award was created to “celebrate the diversity, creativity, and ingenuity of the local business community at the Business Excellence Awards Luncheon.
2017 Corner Canyon Ultra Trail Run Sponsorship
We were one of the sponsors of the 2017 Corner Canyon Ultra Trail Run, a 50 and 25k that raises money each year for an individual or family in need of support.
2017 Utah Open Pro-Am
We’re proud to be able to host an annual Utah Open Pro-Am, a golf tournament in support of Special Olympics Utah. Special Olympics Utah is a great asset to our community, giving children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
2017 U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots Drive
Employees in our Las Vegas office helped to spread Christmas Cheer by participating in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys For Tots toy drive.
Ronald McDonald House Charities Adopt-a-Meal Program 2016
Employees from our Salt Lake office volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House, participating in their Adopt-a-Meal Program. The program helps make families feel more at home by serving up home-cooked meals to families whose children have life-threatening illnesses.
KSL Weather Calendar Benefiting Primary Children’s Hospital
Les Olson Company is proud to sponsor KSL’s Weather Calendar and Weather Photo Contest. Our sponsorship allows KSL to give 100% of proceeds from the sale of their Weather Calendar to Primary Children’s Hospital and the important work they do in our community.
2016 Wish for Our Heroes G3 Holiday Bash Fundraiser
We were honored to be able to help Wish for Our Heroes, and Utah Jazz Point Guard, George Hill, raise over $23,000 at the recent G3 Holiday Bash.
2015 Summer Business Food Drive Recap
Since 2011, Les Olson Company has participated in Utah Food Bank‘s Summer Business Food & Fund Drive by hosting a company-wide food drive and encouraging employees to participate during the summer months. In 2013, Les Olson Company became the official sponsor of the Summer Business Food & Fund Drive.
