I lived in Las Vegas, Nevada, from 2011-2017. I now make my home at Gonzaga Univerity, in Spokane Washington.

I am very pleased to plant my roots once again in the northwest. This is a pleasant change from the summer heat of the desert.
 
In the fall of 2008 I moved to San Jose, after living for nine years in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, where I was a guest lecturer, writer, and speaker on the topic of ethics in the workplace for numerous business associations and companies.
 
From the fall of 2008 to the beginning of June 2011, I commuted from San Jose to the Las Vegas Valley in order to teach ethical decision-making in the School of Management at Regis University’s campus in Henderson, Nevada. Also, during this time I began attending business, community, and social networking groups in Las Vegas to determine if there was a fit for my work here. Having found that there was a need for what I had to offer, I made my permanent residence at St. Christopher Catholic Parish in North Las Vegas. I also helped out with Sunday services at several catholic parishes throughout the valley.
 
Entrepreneurship is the hallmark of my family. My father, both grandfathers, and various great uncles each started their own businesses. You might say, it is also in my blood. As a Jesuit, I have initiated most of the work I have done, since the mid-1960’s.

After graduating from college, I spent four and a half months traveling in Europe. I then served in the United States Coast Guard’s Reserve program: six months active and seven and a half years reserve. I also worked as a salesman at a food cannery; my territory covered Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia.

Testimonial

“Father Max Oliva’s work in ethics brings to the business community much-needed guidance in a time of uncertainty. His unique approach enables him to build a bridge between his life as a Jesuit priest and the relevant issues facing business today. His powerful presentations are a true
gift to the marketplace”….

David Irvine, owner and CEO at Irvine Associates, Alberta, Canada; international speaker and best selling author of four books on accountable and authentic leadership

Newsletter

“Spirituality and Ethics” is a monthly newsletter written by Father Oliva.
It is available at: 

www.jesuitswest.org/spirituality/spirituality-and-ethics/