douglas olson

douglas olson / President

Doug formed Coast to Coast Designs in 2003 with nothing but a list of contacts and a dream. Up until that point, he had worked in a variety of industries and positions. His transition to the hospitality industry came after owning a successful high-end gourmet grocery store and two restaurants in Spokane, Washington.

After making the decision to return to his hometown of Miami, Florida, Doug was presented with an opportunity to work as Vice President for an FF&E purchasing company. With this experience, he quickly transitioned to his next job as the V.P. of Sales for a contract furniture manufacturer. However, having previously owned a successful company of his own and driven by an undying entrepreneurial spirit, Doug knew that his dreams lay elsewhere.

Those dreams became Coast to Coast Designs. What began as a small business venture housed in the comfort of Doug’s living room has evolved into a thriving company with great projects, a corporate building and showroom and a dynamic team of employees.

Doug holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida and a Master’s degree in Business Administration and Finance from the University of Miami in Miami, Florida. He lives and works in Coconut Grove, Florida.

did you know?

• Doug is a die-hard fan of the Florida Gators
• He has no problem being surrounded by women...just ask his mother, his wife, two daughters, two sisters, two female labradors and numerous female employees
• Doug’s favorite place to decompress... Coeur D’Alene Lake, Idaho