Patricia Ruiz-Lessa

Patricia Lessa has been serving the Latino community in one capacity or another for more than 20 years. A native Texan, Patricia was born in Brownsville, lived in Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, moved to Houston and attend the University of St. Thomas, study Hispanic Journalism. She went on to start a career as a weather anchor and reporter at KXLN Univision Television. After leaving Univision, Patricia became an entrepreneur, starting the Patricia Lessa Hispanic Talent and Modeling Agency, specializing in recruitment and placement in the growing Hispanic media communications field. In 2008, Patricia became president of Glamour Latino USA enterprises. Also in that year, she was recognized as Businesswoman of the Year by the Camara De Empresarios Latinos de Houston (Hispanic Entrepreneur's Business Chamber of Houston). Patricia has received several other accolades for her work in business and the community including recognition from the Hispanic Women in Leadership for her significant contributions to the community. She has also served on the board of the directors for Hispanic Women in Leadership. In addition to her stellar work in real estate, Patricia is active in a number of community and civic organizations including Susan G. Komen, St. Jude, among others. Patricia excels in real estate, offering personalized service in Portuguese, Spanish, and English, she is a seasoned professional and community advocate with 20+ years of diverse experience.