
About Marissa-Ellen Patterson
Educated, Credentialed, and Prepared to Serve
Marissa-Ellen Patterson brings a strong academic foundation and a passion for lifelong learning to her service. She holds a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Military Operational Art & Science with a specialization in Data Science and AI Leadership. Her education is reinforced by a suite of professional certifications—including Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Speaker & Coach, and multiple leadership credentials—that equip her to lead, communicate, and deliver solutions for a growing community.
Her impact is global—Marissa-Ellen has delivered keynote speeches and workshops in nine countries, inspiring audiences and equipping communities with practical tools for leadership, resilience, and connection.

Recognized for Service and Leadership
Distinguished, Respected, and Trusted to Lead
Service is at the core of Marissa-Ellen’s life. As a proud member of a multi-generational military family and a long-time military spouse, she has devoted nearly two decades to supporting service members, families, and communities around the world.
Her dedication has earned national-level recognition:
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Military Spouse of the Year (Base Level) – twice
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Coined by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff for her impact and leadership
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Presidential Lifetime Volunteer Service Award
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Eight Gold-Level Presidential Volunteer Service Awards, each recognizing over 500 hours of community service per year

Professional Experience
Qualified, Versatile, and Focused on Results
Marissa-Ellen has spent her career working at the intersection of people, policy, and data. She has worked in violence prevention, resilience, and community well-being—helping build safer, more supportive environments for families.
Today, she serves as a Data Manager where she works to improve data-driven decision-making, streamline processes, and enhance quality of life initiatives. Her work focuses on analytics, metrics, and actionable insights—skills she is now ready to bring to the City of Cibolo.




A Passion for Service and Giving Back
Compassionate, Genuine, and Caring for Cibolo
Whether serving military families overseas, building community programs here at home, or supporting residents one-on-one, Marissa-Ellen leads with heart, humility, and hard work. Her passion for service isn’t just something she talks about—it’s something she has lived her entire life.
Cibolo deserves leaders who listen, show up, and deliver results. Marissa-Ellen Patterson is ready to do exactly that.

