Patty is the Executive Director of the HypoPARAthyroidism Association, bringing together extensive leadership experience and a deep personal passion for patient advocacy. A post-surgical hypoPARA patient since 2015, she understands firsthand the challenges of living with a rare disease. Her journey with the Association began as a volunteer, followed by service on the Board and as Chairman beginning in 2022. In February 2024, she became Executive Director with a mission to grow the Association, reach more patients and clinicians, and amplify the voice of the hypoPARA community.

Before entering nonprofit leadership, Patty spent more than 30 years in senior leadership roles in the beauty industry, overseeing operations for up to 400 salon locations. She was known for building high-performing teams, developing leaders, driving growth, and delivering results.

Passionate about empowering others, Patty brings a people-first approach to everything she does. Outside of her professional work, she is a licensed real estate agent, has been married to Bill for more than 40 years, is the proud mom of Billy, and a grandmother. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and Broadway shows.