Otho Kerr
About Otho Kerr
Otho Kerr is the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Community Impact Investing at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, a position he has held since 2021. He is also involved in various organizations, including serving on the Board of Trustees of the NAACP Foundation and co-founding the Institute for Youth Entrepreneurship in Harlem.
Work at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Otho Kerr has held the position of Director of Strategic Partnerships and Community Impact Investing at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing strategic partnerships that enhance community impact initiatives. His office is located at 33 Liberty St, New York, NY 10045. Kerr's work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to promote economic growth and community development.
Education and Expertise
Otho Kerr studied at Dartmouth College, where he earned an AB in Government from 1975 to 1979. He later attended Harvard Law School, obtaining a JD from 1979 to 1982. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both governance and law, contributing to his expertise in strategic partnerships and community impact investing.
Professional Background
Before joining the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Otho Kerr worked at Acumen as Chief Investment Officer from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he was a Partner at Encourage Capital for 11 years, from 2008 to 2019. His extensive experience in investment and partnerships has shaped his current role in community impact initiatives.
Board Memberships and Community Involvement
Otho Kerr serves on the Board of Trustees of the NAACP Foundation and is involved with several organizations, including HATCH, the Hetrick-Martin Institute, and the Phluid Foundation. He also contributes to the National Academy of Medicine’s Culture of Health Program Advisory Committee, reflecting his commitment to community development and social impact.
Achievements and Recognition
Otho Kerr was the first member of his class to receive the Dartmouth Alumni Award, highlighting his contributions to the alumni community. He is also a fellow in the Rockefeller Foundation's Next Generation Leadership Program, which recognizes emerging leaders in various fields.