Ruth Otte
About Ruth Otte
Ruth Otte serves as the Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Transdev, where she has worked since 2006. With a background in education and marketing, she has extensive experience in the media and transportation sectors, focusing on innovations in urban mobility.
Work at Transdev
Ruth Otte has served as the Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Transdev since 2006. In this role, she has focused on developing marketing and communications programs that support innovations in mobility infrastructure. Her initiatives include advancements in autonomous shuttles, first/last mile solutions, passenger applications, and Mobility as a Service (MaaS). Otte's work aims to enhance urban mobility and improve access to transportation options.
Education and Expertise
Ruth Otte holds a Bachelor's degree in Education from Bowling Green State University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing from Georgia State University. Her educational background supports her extensive career in marketing and communications, equipping her with the skills necessary to lead initiatives in urban mobility and technology-driven solutions.
Background
Prior to her tenure at Transdev, Ruth Otte held significant positions in various organizations. She worked at Discovery Communications as President from 1986 to 1994, and at MTV Networks as Vice President of Marketing from 1981 to 1986. Additionally, she served as Executive Vice President of the Internet and Software Group at Scholastic from 1995 to 2001. Her diverse experience spans over three decades in marketing and leadership roles across different industries.
Achievements
Ruth Otte has been instrumental in transforming Transdev by developing innovations in mobility infrastructure. Her passion for improving urban mobility through technology and best practices is evident in her belief that access to mobility is a fundamental human right. Otte anticipates significant changes in urban mobility over the next five years, indicating her forward-thinking approach in the industry.