Marquis Who’s Who Honors David J. Olds for Expertise in Project Management
David J. Olds is celebrated for over 15 years of dedicated service in his field as a project manager II at Pilot Company
Since 2023, he has been responsible for foundational projects such as the Five9 virtual contact center, overseeing project plans, budgets, actions, decisions and risk management.
KNOXVILLE, TN, July 22, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — David J. Olds has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Olds has established a distinguished career, currently serving as a project manager II at Pilot Company, a growth company based in Knoxville, Tennessee, that focuses on innovative solutions across its retail, energy, and logistics operations. Since 2023, he has been responsible for foundational projects such as the Five9 virtual contact center, overseeing project plans, budgets, actions, decisions and risk management. Mr. Olds’s expertise in hardware, wiring and software has been instrumental in his success.
Affiliated with Pilot Company for over a decade, Mr. Olds joined the organization in 2012 as an analyst in store systems from 2012 to 2015. He then served as a senior analyst between 2015 and 2018 before becoming a specialist in store systems in 2018 and a manager in 2020. Taking a hiatus from the organization from 2022 to 2023, Mr. Olds joined isolved, a software HCM technology leader, where he worked as a technical project manager, refining his skills in managing complex technical projects.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Olds was a low-voltage technician at Gallaher & Associates Inc. from 2007 to 2012. He then completed an externship at the Knoxville Zoo in 2012, which provided him with valuable experience in business interactions and people skills, complementing his technical background.
Mr. Olds’s educational background includes completing coursework in the electronic systems technician program at Lincoln College of Technology in Indianapolis in 2007. He then received an Associate of Science in computer network systems from ITT Technical Institute in 2012 and a Bachelor of Science in business management from Western Governors University in 2022. Mr. Olds also holds a project management professional certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI), among others. These academic achievements and certifications have been pivotal in Mr. Olds’s professional growth.
The foundation for Mr. Olds’ success lies in the values instilled in him by his mother, who was raised in Germany, and his stepfather, who had deep ties to the Polish community. They emphasized the importance of community connection and hard work. Inspired by his stepfamily’s background in electrical work, he discovered his passion for technology during high school while working on projects that introduced him to IT and project management. This blend of cultural influences and early experiences shaped Mr. Olds’s work ethic and approach to life, driving him toward continuous achievement and contribution in both his professional and personal life.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Mr. Olds is actively involved in industry-related organizations. He has been the president of the PMI East Tennessee chapter since 2025, having previously served as the vice president of programs and director of programs. Mr. Olds’s commitment to community service is evident through his involvement with various civic-minded organizations. He has been the president of the Northshore Grove Homeowners Association Inc. since 2023 and previously served as treasurer from 2021 to 2023. His mentorship with Amachi Knoxville from 2009 to 2015 was significant, as he formed a lasting bond with a child facing similar challenges he experienced growing up. Amachi recognized his contributions by naming him Mentor of the Year in 2010.
Mr. Olds’s dedication to the field has earned him recognition as the Volunteer of the Year by the PMI East Tennessee chapter in 2023, and in 2010 he received Honorable Mention in U.S. for Mentor Of The Year by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services.
Looking ahead, he aims to become more involved in community improvement efforts, particularly addressing issues such as homelessness and educational challenges. Professionally, Mr. Olds aspires to return to leadership roles where he can lead teams effectively.
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