Patrick Shearer, Class of 1989 

Urban Ventures

Patrick Shearer said, “Without question, SAA helped me build a strong foundation in my education and character, which has lasted to this day.”

Patrick earned a BA in Philosophy from Baylor University and a MBA in International Business from Thunderbird School of Global Management. Then at age 23, Patrick secured his first commercial real estate syndication, in which he is still a partner. He was also on the leasing team at the launch of the Pearl Brewery redevelopment. Patrick has launched his company called Crockett Urban Ventures, a commercial real estate investment and development firm. To top off his success, Patrick was featured as one of the ‘40’ in the 2013 San Antonio Business Journal’s “40 under 40.”

Patrick advises SAA students, “Your character and integrity are some of the most important things in business and in life. People want to work with people they can trust to always do the right thing. Be kind and compassionate to others – especially to those who haven’t had the opportunities that you have. Accept the opportunities and the gifts that you have been given with great responsibility. To whom much is given, much will be expected.“