The Federation of Houston Professional Women selected Lone Star College-Montgomery vice president for administration Patricia Sendelbach as a ‘Woman of Excellence’ at its 36th annual gala.
For over 35 years, the Federation has recognized extraordinary women in the greater Houston area for their accomplishments, altruistic efforts, dedication, and diverse background. These leaders possess the ability to inspire other women for the good of their organizations and businesses transforming them by impacting the greater Houston area.
“I’m honored to have been selected for this award, and I believe my participation with the Federation will continue to create opportunities for Lone Star College and the greater Houston area,” said Sendelbach. “The Federation’s mission to inspire women to be effective leaders aligns perfectly with Lone Star College’s commitment to educate a workforce that supports the region’s economic vitality and civic responsibility.”
Sendelbach, a certified public accountant (CPA), has served Lone Star College-Montgomery for over 20 years as a professor of accounting, department chair and now vice president, and received the President’s Star award in 2015.
She is passionate about helping students and enjoys being the scholarship chair for the American Women’s Society of CPAs. Sendelbach is involved in various non-profit organizations and currently serves on the board of directors for Bridgewood Farms, a center for teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
“It is my distinct honor to work with an outstanding team composed of professional, strong, compassionate and dedicated women,” said Jackeline Gascon-Webb, president of the Federation of Houston Professional Women. “It is essential that leaders prepare the pathway to improve or enhance women’s future, their surrounding communities; and ultimately impact the continued success of their generation.
Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 95,000 students each semester. LSC is training tomorrow’s workforce today and redefining the community college experience to support student success. Stephen C. Head, Ph.D., serves as chancellor of LSC, the largest institution of higher education in the Houston area with an annual economic impact of $3.1 billion. LSC consists of six colleges, eight centers, two university centers, Lone Star Corporate College and LSC-Online. To learn more, visit LoneStar.edu.