Crystal Zaragoza

Crystal Zaragoza is an experienced professional with a diverse background in accounting, culinary education, and operations management. Currently serving as an Accounting Associate at Cristaux International, Crystal also instructs young students as a Chef Instructor, Trainer, and Kit Manager at Sticky Fingers Cooking. Crystal has a long-standing role as Color Guard Director at Downers Grove North High School, choreographing routines and mentoring guard members. As the founder of Cravings Corner, Crystal created original recipes and developed engaging food content, while previous roles included Director of Operations and Office and Client Relations Manager at RELISH CATERING KITCHEN. Crystal's earlier experience includes positions at The Chopping Block, Cultural Care Au Pair, Squire Sanders, and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, showcasing a strong skill set in client relations, event planning, and administrative support. Crystal holds a Certificate in Accounting from Cornell University and has advanced degrees in Negotiation and Dispute Resolution and Communication Studies, Political Science, and Spanish from Creighton University and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.