Cristy was born and raised in Skaneateles and is a 1980 graduate of Skaneateles Central Schools. She is currently working as a licensed real estate salesperson and as a customer service specialist at HABA USA in Skaneateles. Cristy has worked in retail for over thirty years, beginning right here in Skaneateles. She previously worked for Ralph Lauren for fourteen years before leaving Florida with her infant daughter to return to family, friends and the much stronger school system Skaneateles has to offer. Cristy serves as the secretary and co-treasurer of the Dwight W. Winkelman Foundation. Her daughter will be a 2022 graduate of SCS.