SVP, Event Production, Talent Development and Studio Relations
Spike TV and TV Land

Responsible for creation and execution of event programming as well as talent development for two brands within MTV Networks Entertainment Group, Patterson handles specials like The Video Game Awards to the Guys’ Choice Awards.

Her Connection to Spike’’s True Dads Initiative: “True Dads speaks to the impact of father figures in the traditional and non-traditional sense. My grandfather stepped up as a father figure in my life when I was two years old after my parents divorced. That gesture, his influence and compassion helped to mold both my character and work ethic.”

Her Motto: “Passion and persuasion”

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