As President of John Robert Powers, Ron Patterson has quickly established himself as one of the most successful businessman in the entertainment industry and has earned a strong reputation for his ability to generate profits and oversee business growth.

At the age of seventeen, Ron Patterson was scouted by a modeling school where he took classes which helped him gain confidence and life skills. Ron learned to use this education as a means to achieve his dreams and improve himself. The confidence Ron developed at an early age became a resourceful talent that has helped him throughout all aspects of his career.

Prior to working at John Robert Powers, Mr. Patterson started off as a janitor at the department store, J.C. Penny. Bosses soon took notice of his potential and dedication and Ron found himself climbing the corporate ladder as lead Merchandiser, Buyer, and eventually the head of Public Relations for J.C. Penny. Despite his rise in the ranks, Ron was left unfulfilled and sensed something more he could do with his life. Ron’s determination, drive, and ambition led him to buy the entire John Robert Powers franchise from the granddaughter of Mr. Powers.

Recognizing the changing needs of today’s youth, Ron Patterson decided to reformat JRP which was once only an agency in New York for woman who wanted to model, into what it is today, a full fledged school system internationally recognized with locations throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. John Robert Powers offers classes in acting, singing, dancing, and etiquette to young boys and girls up to adults of all ages. Under Ron Patterson’s helm, John Robert Powers school locations have more than tripled over the last decade and are considered by many to be one of the most successful and fastest growing franchise businesses in the United States today.

In 1923 when John Robert Powers opened his first school/agency there was only one in New York. By 1955, ten schools were added and by 1975 there were fifty five. When Ron Patterson purchased John Robert Powers in 1994 there were only twenty-seven JRP schools. Today, there are more than eighty world-wide. Under Patterson’s tutelage, he has seen the annual JRP revenue quadruple from 1994 to 2008.

The John Robert Powers’ class curriculum centers on developing the essential skills for acting, modeling, singing, and life in preparation for the future by giving the leading edge over competition today.

Emphasizing developing personality and naturalness, John Robert Powers provides every student with the necessary training, and confidence in order to achieve individual potential. Patterson’s mission is to take good care of every John Robert Powers student by giving them quality, a leading difference that distinguishes John Robert Powers from competitors. Ron Patterson’s greatest reward is seeing the positive change people have after joining John Robert Powers. Children, teenagers and young adults realize their full potential and discover hidden abilities which are harnessed as tools for success in all walks of life.

Ron Patterson has received the Lifetime Achievement award from the International Modeling and Talent Association, which is awarded to schools named “School of the Year” for three consecutive years. In the 1990’s, he was listed as the top ten entrepreneurs in Sacramento. Ron dedicates his time as chapter President for the March of Dimes and Easter Seals foundation.

As owner and President of John Robert Powers Ron Patterson has overseen JRP sponsorship campaigns for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, The Walt Disney Co. premieres of ‘Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement,’ ‘Herbie: Fully Loaded,’ Macy’s Passport Los Angeles, Ed Hardy Vintage Tattoo Wear Los Angeles Opening, and The Hollywood Film Festival’s Breakthrough Awards among others.

Ron Patterson currently lives in Los Angeles.