Ann-Kristin Otto joined AICGS as the Assistant to the Executive Director in July, 2007.

Originally from Hamburg, Germany, Ann-Kristin has studied in Berlin, Madrid, and Washington DC. She holds a diploma in Political Science from the Free University Berlin and an MA in International Affairs from the George Washington University. Ann-Kristin's research concentrates on transatlantic relations, security studies and international law. During her studies, Ann-Kristin worked at the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP) in Berlin and the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington.

Ann-Kristin is an active member of Women in International Security (WIIS).