Desiree Patno

Desiree Patno serves as the CEO and President of NAWRB, a prominent advocate for women's advancement in the housing and real estate ecosystem since August 2009, while also holding the position of Chairwoman for NAWRB’s Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Council. Patno's leadership extends to notable roles on the Board of Directors for Second Century Ventures and as Chief Strategy Officer for Zulu Time, in addition to serving as an advisor for Game Fund Partners and Amicus Brain. Patno has been instrumental in supporting women's empowerment through the NAWRB Foundation and contributes insights as a writer for Inman News and DiversityComm. Educational background includes an Associate's degree in Accounting and Computer Science from Moorpark College and Arizona State University.