Executive Director
Pattie’s time as Executive Director at HCAI began in 2017, but her work related to HCAI’s mission dates back to 2011. At the time, she was in her 35th year with McDonald’s as a restaurant Owner/Operator. She began turning her attention to what she considered the best work the brand was doing – Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC). Her titles included Chairwoman of the PR committee, President of the New Haven RMHC Board of Directors, and Vice President of the RMHC local chapter.
HCAI inquired about a grant from RMHC Global for the children of Zimbabwe who were suffering from the AIDS epidemic. Pattie fell in love with the people of Zimbabwe and HCAI’s mission. She volunteered at every event until 2017 when HCAI asked her to join their team - and she never looked back.
Today, Pattie continues to be a staunch advocate for the health and wellness of the LGBTQ+ community. She strives to leave no stone unturned when it comes to helping patients and members of the community find a way to make progress in their wellness journey.
Pattie now has two beautiful granddaughters, Leah Louise and Aubrey Diane. She wants them to grow up in a world without stigma and discrimination where they are loved and can love without prejudice.