Background
Patricia has been a member of The Angels' Forum since 2006. She was one of the owners and Co-CEOs of frogdesign inc., a strategic, creative consulting firm operating in the US, Asia and Europe. She blends creative leadership with hands-on style and has architected one of the most significant business agreements in the industry with manufacturing giant Flextronics in 2004, and a subsequent deal with private equity fund of Kohlberg, Kravis, Roberts & Co. in September 2006. While at frog, Patricia also had a key role in managing major accounts such as HP and Motorola. Patricia was honored by YWCA's Tribute to Women in Silicon Valley in 2003. She is a member of the Board of Blink Twice, a NY based company that she has guided through product launch of a communication device for people with cerebral palsy. Patricia is married to world-renowned designer husband Hartmut Esslinger. Patricia was born in Germany where she studied languages before coming to the US in 1984.

Interests
Hi-tech, mobile-social, medical

Strengths
"Patricia's value runs much deeper than an investment, great ideas and strategy. Her ability to motivate and inspire entrepreneurs and their management teams to a bigger idea with a clear path to execution makes her the best investment partner for companies". Jamie Pardi, CEO Gaga Sports & Entertainment.