Patty oversees the development and execution of organizational narratives that reflect and drive the PHMC mission forward. She has more than 35 years of experience as a proven communications professional. Patty leads PHMC’s strategic communications and external affairs, including marketing communications, internal communications, media relations, government relations and community engagement.
Patty oversees the vision, strategy and execution of positioning PHMC with all stakeholders, including employees, partners, funders, media, legislators, regulators, community partners and service participants. She provides strategic communications counsel to senior leaders, aligns messaging with business objectives, develops and implements change management and crisis response communications, and executes public relations and marketing initiatives.
Prior to joining PHMC in 2014, Patty held communication management roles in several organizations, including AmeriHealth Caritas and Walgreens/Take Care Health. She also worked as an independent communications consultant with a variety of clients including The Philadelphia Eagles, Lincoln Financial Group, and AstraZeneca.
Patty is a lifelong Philadelphian who is deeply committed to the well-being of the city. She holds a B.A. in Journalism, with a concentration in Public Relations from Temple University in Philadelphia and is the PHMC board delegate for the Economy League of Philadelphia.