Owen Oliver is the Senior Cultural Affairs Advisor at Olson Kundig and a citizen of the Quinault Indian Nation. He specializes in tribal relations, cultural engagement, public art considerations, and stakeholder outreach, helping build trusting partnerships among tribal nations, public agencies, and project teams. Drawing from Coast Salish knowledge systems, Owen supports culturally informed planning, design, and environmental stewardship throughout the Pacific Northwest. A writer, educator, and cultural advocate, he is recognized for translating complex cultural issues into innovative design strategies. Owen holds an MFA from the Institute of American Indian Arts and is a member of the 2025-2029 ArtsWA Public Artist Roster.