• Duquesne University, Master of Arts, Social and Public Policy, Pittsburgh, PA, 2013
• University of California, Santa Barbara, Bachelor of Arts, Global Studies, Santa Barbara, CA, 2007

Krissy is a creative problem solver passionate about community-led social impact. After completing her undergraduate degree in Global Studies, she joined the Peace Corps as a Health Education Volunteer in Tanzania. This was her initial introduction to a human-centered approach to problem solving. After completing her service, Krissy received her graduate degree in public policy with a focus on conflict/conflict resolution.

For several years, Krissy worked in the international development and public health sphere as a project manager. Seeing the potential for technology to accelerate social and economic development, she began studying UX. After working as a UX Designer for several federal contractors, she's found the both of best worlds as a UX Project Manager with Anthro-Tech. Her work focuses on connecting people and optimizing processes to deliver social impact.

Outside of work, Krissy enjoys drinking iced lattes, reading fantasy books, soaking up the sun, spotting wildlife, and traveling with her growing family!

First creative memory

Folding origami cranes with my baachan (grandma).

Motto

Take the cow! (Say yes!)

Favorite place in the world

Petite Anse, Seychelles

Can't live without

Coffee and wine (separately), baby giggles, and puppy snuggles.

Alternative universe career

Donut + coffee shop owner/chef/barista

Professional Involvement

• Design Justice Network

Certifications

• General Assembly, User Experience Design Immersive Certificate, Washington, DC, 2018

Published Work

• “Designing and Innovating for Community in the Time of Crisis”