Patti J. Fisher

Patti J. Fisher is a Professor in the Department of Apparel, Housing, and Resource Management at Virginia Tech's School of Design. She is based in Wallace Hall, Blacksburg, VA, and her academic work centers on consumer studies, particularly financial behaviors of women and minority groups, household saving, and personal finance education.

Research Interests:

• Women's financial behaviors
• Household saving behavior
• Gender and racial/ethnic differences in economic well-being
• Financial risk tolerance
• Financial literacy and education

Her recent publications (2024–2009) reflect a strong thematic focus on behavioral economics and financial decision-making across demographic groups. Key trends include gender disparities in financial literacy and risk tolerance, ethnic differences in credit and saving behaviors, and the role of health and future orientation in financial planning. Her work frequently employs data from national surveys and is published in leading journals such as the Journal of Economic Psychology and Financial Services Review.

Editorial Roles:

• Associate Editor, Journal of Financial Innovation
• Financial Well-being Editor, Journal of Financial Innovation
• Editorial Board Member, Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning
• Editorial Board Member, Financial Services Review

Fisher is actively involved in research and teaching, currently on research leave during the 2023–2024 academic year. She teaches courses in Consumer Rights and Resource Management, delivered virtually. While no formal advising or grant information is listed, her editorial leadership and consistent publication record suggest active mentorship and scholarly influence. She also founded Editor World, a writing and editing service, reflecting her commitment to academic communication.