"We are shocked and saddened to learn of Dave's passing. Dave was an enormous part of this organization from the construction of PNC Arena through nearly 22 years of operating and maintaining it as one of the premier entertainment venues in the Southeast. He was a dedicated, popular employee who will be dearly missed by so many of our employees, past and present."
Olsen worked in arena management for more than 30 years, including the last 24 years with the Hurricanes and PNC Arena. Prior to joining the Hurricanes, he served as the director of recreational facilities at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Olsen had also overseen Germain Arena in Estero, FL, Compuware Arena in Plymouth, MI, the New Haven Coliseum and the Hartford Civic Center during his distinguished career. His name is engraved on the Stanley Cup with the 2005-06 champions.
Dave is survived by his wife, Marci, and his sons Davin and Jason.
