Kristen Otto

Kristen Otto is an experienced nonprofit professional currently serving as the Director of Development Strategy at George Washington's Mount Vernon since May 2009. In this role, Kristen acts as the central information hub and communicator for the development department. Previous positions at Mount Vernon include Senior Development Strategist and Senior Manager of Development Services, where responsibilities included supervising staff, overseeing donor communications, and managing grant proposals. Kristen's background also includes research and administrative roles at Shippensburg University, the Smithsonian Institution, and other organizations. Educational qualifications comprise a Master’s degree in Applied History and various certificates in nonprofit leadership and fundraising.