Otto Engb. (Otto Engelbert) Jaatinen

Born in Vyborg on November 7, 1881, Otto Engelbrekt Jaatinen built a varied career in Finnish business life before becoming known as a playwright as well. He studied at a business institute, continued his studies abroad, and worked early on as a commercial traveler before moving into larger roles in Helsinki.

Jaatinen served in several important positions, including as managing director of Kauppalehti Oy, a stockbroker, and later head of the Port of Helsinki. He was also active in shipping and sailing organizations, helped found national maritime associations, and represented Finland in international meetings on transport and port affairs.

Alongside this public career, he wrote plays under the pen name Otto Vilho. Sources describe him as the author of a small number of dramas, making him an interesting figure whose writing grew out of a life spent far beyond literary circles. He died in 1934 during a work trip connected with sailing events in Kiel, Germany.