The author is originally from Akron, OH and grew up in and around Cleveland, OH & spent her High School years in Dayton, OH. Patty has also called KY & MI home. Patty is the Founder & CEO of Ultimate Connexions an event planning, marketing and booking company. Patty studied at Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH. where she obtained her B.A. in Social Work as well as a B.A. PDM in Black Studies from First College and a M.Ed. in Adult Learning & Development. She then received a MS Degree in Organization & Management from Capella University. Patty is a member of O.E.S P.H.A & a Life Member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Patty resides in Los Angeles, CA with her husband Edwin.