Krystal, a native of the Dallas metroplex, is currently a second year law student at SMU Dedman School of Law and scholarship recipient. Prior to coming to SMU, she earned a B.A. in Economics from American University in Washington, DC. While at American, she served as the President of the College of Arts and Sciences and became a member of the Golden Key Honor Society.

Fresh out of college, Krystal started her career at Conservation International serving as the coordinator for the Human Development Program and later in the IT department administering conferences between DC and the many field offices around the world.

Since returning to Dallas, Krystal has become actively involved in the community and local politics while promoting green living, and practicing a healthy lifestyle through yoga.