Patrice has lived in Albuquerque for thirty-six years and is retired from the City of Albuquerque. During the last twelve years of her career with the city, she focused on training, meeting facilitation and group problem solving. Patrice has also worked in the private sector where she provided coordination for planning, engineering, land use and security projects. She received her BS from Bowling Green State University, majoring in Education. She treasures her dog, Peanut, and enjoys volunteering for several organizations.