Krista Hozyash

Krista Hozyash is an accomplished environmental professional with extensive experience in conservation and customer service within the wine industry. Currently serving as the Eastern Region Partnership and Agreements Manager at Conservation Legacy, Krista has previously worked in various roles, including as a Senior Stewardship Specialist at the Virginia Outdoors Foundation, where responsibilities included reviewing compliance reports related to conservation easements and addressing environmental concerns. Additionally, Krista gained expertise in the wine sector as a Tasting Room Specialist at Barren Ridge Vineyards and a Wine Bar Associate at Yelping Dog Wine, both roles emphasizing customer service and wine education. Krista's educational background includes a Master of Environmental Management from Duke University and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Environmental and Marine Science from Salisbury University and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, respectively.