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Jacob DeWitte

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Oklo
Board
Since May 2024
Age
38 years
Education
Holds a Ph.D. and S.M. in Nuclear Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and a B.S. in Nuclear and Radiological Engineering from the University of Florida.
Tenure
Co-founded OKLO in July 2013 and has served as its Chief Executive Officer since inception, with the current CEO role beginning in May 2024.

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R. Craig Bealmear
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About

Jacob DeWitte embarked on a journey grounded in a deep passion for nuclear engineering, which is reflected in his extensive academic training including advanced degrees from prestigious institutions. His academic foundation, built through a Ph.D. and S.M. from MIT along with a B.S. from the University of Florida, laid the groundwork for a career marked by technical excellence and innovation.

From an early stage in his career, he gained hands-on experience through internships and fellowships at renowned organizations such as Sandia National Laboratories, General Electric, and the United States Naval Nuclear Laboratory. This period was instrumental in honing his expertise and preparing him for leadership challenges in the nuclear energy sector.

In July 2013, he co-founded OKLO, marking the start of a transformative chapter in his professional life. Since joining the company as a founding member, he has continuously evolved in his role, ultimately assuming his current position as CEO in May 2024. His leadership at OKLO is characterized by a visionary approach to advancing clean energy solutions and fostering innovation in nuclear technology.

$OKLO Performance Under Jacob DeWitte

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
OkloCo-founder N/A N/A

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2025
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Annual Base Salary$625,000 AnnualApproved by the Compensation Committee; increased from $500,000 .
Annual Target Bonus Opportunity65% of Base Salary AnnualIncreased from 50% to 65% effective January 1, 2025.

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2025

No information available on performance compensation for 2025.