Jaap Otte

Jaap Otte is an accomplished fundraising professional with over 15 years of experience in development work at the Smithsonian Institution. Currently serving as Director of Development, Jaap specializes in building collaborations with technology, entertainment, and media companies, and has a proven track record of exceeding fundraising targets, including securing $ 7-figure corporate sponsorships. Prior roles at the Smithsonian include Senior Development Officer - Corporate and Senior Gift Officer, focusing on pan-Institutional priorities and expanding corporate prospects. Jaap's earlier experience includes consulting at PNO Consultants and an assistant position at Billiton Plc. Jaap holds an MBA in Law and Public Administration from the Texas McCombs School of Business, as well as a Master's degree in Law and Public Administration from Leiden University.