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Paul J. Otte

Executive Director, Franklin University Leadership Center and President Emeritus, Franklin University

In 1986, Dr. Paul Otte began serving Franklin University as President, the largest independent institution of higher learning in central Ohio, serving nearly 10,000 students annually.

Paul now serves as Executive Director of Franklin’s Leadership Center and President Emeritus.  The Leadership Center was created in 2004 to serve as a resource for leadership development in business, government, non-profit organizations, and educational institutions. 

Prior to joining Franklin, Dr. Otte was Vice President for Business at Macomb Community College in Warren, Michigan.  He has taught at Wayne State University, the University of Detroit, Macomb Community College, and Franklin University.  He once worked as CPA, but now considers himself “a recovering accountant.”

When Paul was seventeen he enlisted in the Marine Corps.  He served four years, achieved the rank of Corporal, and realizes now how much the experience changed him and has provided the foundation for his leadership beliefs and actions.

In addition to his duties at Franklin, Paul currently serves as a Board Member of State Auto Mutual Insurance Company, Cooper State Bank, and Oakstone Academy.  He is also an Advisory Board Member for R.C. Olmstead, and has served on several community and educational boards.  He holds a bachelor’s degree and MBA from Wayne State University, a doctorate in educational leadership from Western Michigan University, and an Honorary Associate Degree from Macomb Community College.

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