Chrissy Sommer is experienced in community engagement and performance arts, currently working with Missouri Humanities since September 2021 to enrich lives and strengthen communities. Additionally, Sommer serves as a street performer at the St. Charles Christmas Traditions Festival, showcasing various historical characters. Previously, Sommer owned PetHowliday Pet Sitting Plus LLC, providing dedicated pet care services for over a decade, and held managerial positions within the State of Missouri, focusing on team building and public relations. A background in accounting and administration was established as the executive assistant at Sommer & Associates CPAs LLC, and valuable business operations expertise was gained as co-owner and vice president of Sunset Maintenance Company. Academic credentials include a BA in Management and Marketing from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and an Associate degree from St. Louis Community College at Meramec.