Hobbies/Sports:
Swimming; Reading; Traveling; Sports
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Government Studies, The University of Texas; Coursework in Social Work, The University of Texas at Arlington
Affiliations Awards:
The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc.; Local Women's Club; Lecture Foundation; Kappa Kappa Gamma; Botanic Docent (22 Years); Cattle Raisers Museum Docent (20 Years); Botanic Garden Club (22 Years)
Charity:
The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc.; Kappa Kappa Gamma; Board Member, Parent Guidance Center; Child Advocates, Inc.; YWCA; Lena Pope Home; Volunteer, Red Cross; Volunteer, Cattle Raisers Museum; Volunteer, Botanic Gardens; Volunteer, Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Number Of Years In Profession:
42
Number Of Years In Current Position:
31
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her discipline.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after working with the Amon Carter Museum for 41 years.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Ratliff will soon be turning 85. She is the mother of six children, ranging in age from 40 to 62. She is proud of her children, who are all outstanding athletes: six are competitive swimmers and four lettered in football. For 40 years, Ms. Ratliff was a swimming instructor, and she continues this work today. For 10 years, she has also been on the board of the Parent Guidance Center and a member of Child Advocates, Inc. She spent 18 years in the field of mental health before owning an art gallery. Originally, she and her husband opened their art gallery in Granbury, Texas, and it was run by their daughter. The gallery in Granbury closed when her husband passed away, but Ms. Ratliff continues to be involved with showing and selling art. She often attends art shows. She is also active in the ranching business; she raises cattle and horses with her granddaughter.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Caring for paintings; Giving paintings and sculptures to other galleries
Education Certifications:
Synchronized Swimming
Awards/Honors:
Honorary Degree in Ranch Management, TCU
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Ratliff intends to continue running her gallery.