Maxwell Olle joined the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance as an economic development manager in May 2025. In this role, he engages in multi-national and international business recruitment projects, working to attract foreign direct investment and foster economic growth from global markets to our expansive 14-county, bi-state Charlotte Region. Serving as an ambassador for the region’s economic footprint, Max engages directly with international executives and site selectors to showcase Charlotte’s competitive advantages while bringing new jobs, capital investment, and corporate operations to the region.
A Charlotte native, Max returned to his hometown after spending a decade in Asheville, North Carolina. There, he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Studies, a path that included studying abroad at Linnaeus University in Växjö, Sweden. He then spent five years advancing through various economic development roles at the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce. Before joining the CLT Alliance, Max also contributed to the local community through workforce development efforts at Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont.
Max is currently completing his Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Management at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, with an expected graduation in May 2026.
When he steps away from his MBA coursework and international outreach, you can usually find Max pursuing an active lifestyle, whether he’s keeping up with his weekly gym routine or playing recreational soccer. He is an avid supporter of Charlotte’s local sports teams, as well as his favorite English Premier League club, Chelsea F.C. Max also brings his meticulous attention to detail to a unique personal hobby: collecting and restoring vintage Seiko timepieces at his home workbench.
