Since 2021, Memphis Business Journal’s Women Who Lead has recognized over 400 extraordinary women professionals. These remarkable honorees aren’t just leaders — they’re glass-ceiling shatterers and trailblazers shaping a diverse array of local specialties.

Our next cohort is ready to add their brilliance to this distinguished legacy, as our spotlight turns to the powerhouse women in commercial and residential real estate. MBJ’s editorial team handpicked the dynamic women in this installment for their standout leadership qualities.

Sponsored by Paragon Bank, MBJ’s Women Who Lead aims to celebrate the broad spectrum of talent driving Memphis and the economy forward.

Patty Bullock

SVP, Gill Properties

For the past 15 of her 45 years in the industry, Patty Bullock has proudly worked with Gill Properties. These days, as a commercial real estate professional, she specializes in landlord and tenant representation, with her role in the acquisition, leasing, and management of commercial properties.

“I work closely with property owners and tenants to negotiate favorable terms, identify real estate opportunities, and help clients maximize value through strategic advice and guidance.”

Patty points to two big career achievements — one was overseeing the transformation of a 200,000-square-foot building in New York City and the other was working with the Gill Properties team on the acquisition, development, and leasing of TraVure, a modern mixed-use development in Germantown.

While she’s leaving her next goal open for opportunities, she can clearly identify a welcome industry trend: “finally seeing more women in commercial real estate!”