CoCo McCarty Criste is an experienced professional currently serving as the Director of Business Development at Lifetime Home Remodeling since October 2022, where responsibilities include shaping the multifamily and commercial business development strategy and driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships. Previously, CoCo held various leadership roles at the Governor's Residence Preservation Fund from 2016 to 2022, culminating in the position of Executive Director, overseeing board management, historic preservation projects, and fundraising initiatives. CoCo's earlier experience includes teaching kindergarten and serving as a student teacher. CoCo holds a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and Teaching and Behavioral Science from Metropolitan State University of Denver.