Professional Record

Krystal Lacayo brings a wealth of experience and expertise across sustainability, education, and media, driven by a commitment to creating meaningful change. Her professional journey spans impactful projects, leadership roles, and academic excellence, showcasing a diverse and dynamic career path.

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Current Works

As the founder of K. Lacayo Insights, Krystal provides consulting services focused on sustainability, post-secondary guidance, and media. She collaborates with organizations to drive environmental solutions, support students in achieving their academic goals, and create meaningful content that resonates with communities.

Past Works

Krystal has a proven track record of delivering results in diverse roles, including:

Working as an environmental and development consultant at multiple organizations, contributing to advancing sustainable practices and supporting critical community projects.
Gaining international experience in South Africa, tackling sustainability challenges at a global level.
Serving as a Sean Douglas Leadership Fellow at UNC, where she spearheaded conversations on community leadership for marginalized communities.
Establishing HBUNC Media Group, the first and only Black news and entertainment hub at UNC Chapel Hill.
Founding GEN-ZERO: The Black Youth Association, Inc., a virtual community for marginalized youth to discuss their community needs and how to be the change they want to see.

Academic Projects

Formally educated in Environmental Studies with a focus on sustainability, Krystal has completed a variety of academic deliverables that showcase her expertise in addressing complex environmental challenges. Highlights include:

Research exploring pathways and strategies for, environmental justice and global transitions toward ecological economics.
An in-depth analysis of urban heat islands on college campuses, culminating in data-driven policy recommendations.
Participation in international study programs in Denmark and Germany, expanding her understanding of global sustainability practices.