Community Response to Disasters:
A Conversation with Bob Ottenhoff 

How do communities come together to respond in the wake of a disaster?

In this session with Robert G. Ottenhoff, president and CEO of the Center for Disaster Philanthropy in Washington, D.C., we will explore fascinating case studies of nonprofits, community groups, businesses and individuals responding to and rebuilding after a disaster.

Robert G. Ottenhoff is a veteran in philanthropy, nonprofit leadership and entrepreneurship. Prior to joining the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, Bob spent a decade as president and CEO of GuideStar, an industry leader in the use of providing high-quality data to help donors make informed decisions about philanthropy.

Bob has more than 25 years of management experience in public broadcasting and high-tech companies, including nine years as chief operating officer of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS).

Bob is known for his entrepreneurial spirit, strong technology focus and quest to make an impact on the world.