Beyond her corporate role as CEO of Rodgers, Pat is deeply involved in community and industry service, holding various board positions in organizations such as the Charlotte Center City Partners, Charlotte Executive Leadership Council (CELC), and Davidson College. Her extensive engagement extends to roles in the Charlotte Merchants Foundation, Construction Industry Round Table (CIRT), Central Piedmont Community College Foundation, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, and the Mint Museum Advisory Boards. Pat’s impactful leadership history includes chairmanships of organizations like the Foundation for the Mint Museums, Charlotte Symphony Orchestra’s board of directors, and the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, highlighting her commitment to community and industry advancement.
In recognition of her significant contributions, Pat has received numerous accolades and awards, including the Order of the Longleaf Pine, one of North Carolina’s highest civilian honors, presented by Governor Bev Perdue in 2011. She has been honored with awards such as the Echo Foundation’s Award Against Indifference, Girls Scouts Hornets Nest Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Lucille Giles Award from Florence Crittenton Services. Furthermore, she has been named Executive of the Year by the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) and has been featured in various publications, including Mecklenburg Times’ “Most Influential Women” and US Airways Magazine’s “The Charlotte USA 20: Celebrating Dynamic Women.” Pat’s dedication to her community, industry, and leadership excellence has earned her widespread respect and numerous prestigious honors throughout her career.