Patty Alper

Thought Leader / Speaker / Author

Patty Alper is an accomplished leader, speaker, and author with a career spanning over three decades in business and philanthropy. As president of the Alper Portfolio Group, a marketing and consulting company, she has built a reputation for her innovative approach to bridging the gap between the business and education sectors. Patty is also a recognized thought leader in mentorship, most notably for her work in promoting Project Based Mentoring® as a solution to the growing skills gap in the workforce.

In her book, Teach to Work: How a Mentor, a Mentee, and a Project Can Close the Skills Gap in America, Patty highlights the importance of mentorship and hands-on learning in preparing youth for 21st-century careers. She emphasizes the role of corporate employees, retirees, and businesses in passing on valuable knowledge and skills to the next generation. Her expertise in this field has made her a sought-after speaker for events, workshops, and conferences, where she shares her insights on mentorship, workforce development, and the intersection of business and education.

Patty’s work has been widely recognized. She serves on the National Board of the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE), where she developed the successful Adopt-a-Class program, connecting business leaders with students to mentor and inspire them in entrepreneurship. For her dedication, she was honored with NFTE’s Lifetime Achievement Award in Volunteerism. Additionally, she is a trustee of the Phillips Collection and the Alper Family Foundation, where she has spearheaded philanthropic efforts for nearly two decades.

Patty’s achievements extend beyond business and mentorship. She was one of the first women in the construction industry, co-founding a multi-million-dollar project management company in the 1980s. She also hosted the radio talk show For Love or Money, further showcasing her diverse talents and entrepreneurial spirit. Her work has been featured in prestigious publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, TIME, and Philanthropy Magazine.

Patty Alper’s wealth of experience, combined with her passion for mentorship and education, makes her an inspiring and impactful speaker for any event focused on leadership, workforce development, or youth empowerment.