Human Resources Executive

Louise Muhlfeld Patterson has had an extensive career as an HR executive and Trustee of college-preparatory schools. She spent 14 years at American Express in a variety of positions, ultimately becoming the Vice President of Human Resources. As a volunteer, she has served as a Trustee for many independent schools, including St. Mark’s School in Massachusetts, Drew College Preparatory High School in San Francisco, and Marin Country Day School. She also served as a Trustee for the San Francisco Zoological Society. She currently serves on the boards of both the Thacher School and the Peer Health Exchange. Ms. Patterson received a BA in Psychology and Education from Vassar College and also studied the British school system at Oxford University.