Patricia Walton

Patricia Walton takes pride in her deep American roots – her family came over to the continent in the 17th century, and the signature of one of her ancestors stands below the Declaration of Independence.
She graduated Dartmouth College as valedictorian.
At Leningrad State University, she studied 19th century Russian history.
Her later education focused on international relations (Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy).
She has worked extensively in translation and interpretation for a major American company partnering with Russia.