Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Patrick Fertitta to the University of Houston System Board of Regents. Fertitta’s term will run until August 31, 2027.
Patrick Fertitta is based in Houston and serves as director of Fertitta Entertainment. In this role, he manages global operations across several sectors including dining, hospitality, entertainment, and gaming. The company’s portfolio includes the Houston Rockets, Landry’s, and Golden Nugget Casinos.
Fertitta also holds a position as an alternate governor on the National Basketball Association Board of Governors. He is involved with the Space City Home Network and the Clutch City Foundation. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Fertitta participates in charitable activities through organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters Houston, Houston Children’s Charity, and the Chariots for Children Expansion Committee.
He graduated with a business degree from the University of Southern California.
