Krista Hailwood

Krista Hailwood is an experienced professional with a strong background in administrative assistance and program coordination, currently serving as the Executive Assistant and Fellowship Coordinator at The Eye Institute of West Florida since May 2013. In this role, Krista provides executive support to the Director of Cataract & Refractive Services, manages the Weinstock/Desai Refractive Fellowship program, and coordinates complex travel arrangements, alongside accounting responsibilities. Previously, Krista held positions at Scripps Health as an Administrative Assistant and Fellowship Coordinator, and at Best Buy as an Operations Supervisor, where staff management and excellent customer service were prioritized. With earlier experience as an Assistant Manager at Starbucks and various roles in retail and hospitality, Krista's diverse career is complemented by a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Tourism Studies from Bournemouth University.