Cristal Ibarra
Cristal is the Director of Operations & Belonging at the Colorado Children’s Campaign. She leads internal operations, organizational culture, and belonging and equity initiatives that support staff and mission alignment. She brings a background in nonprofit administration, healthcare, and community-based work in the Denver area, supporting families and organizational operations.
Outside of work, she enjoys creative projects, community connection and learning, and most of all spending time with her family.
Length of Service: 3 years
Hometown
I was born in Corpus Christi, TX, but would say my hometown is Thornton, CO.
Favorite Children’s Book
The Harry Potter series
Favorite Thing About Life In Colorado
The beautiful mountains.
Favorite Denver Restaurant
Bourbon Grill
If You Were A Car, What Kind You Would Be
An SUV
Biggest Pet Peeve
People who are rude for no reason.
Worst Job You’ve Ever Had
Call center, for sure.
Best Job You've Ever Had
Mile High Youth Corps
Dream Job
My current job
Job You Wouldn't Do In A Million Years
Scammer
Best Thing About Working At The Children’s Campaign
Work/life balance and being able to be a part of the positive change that we help create for children and families in Colorado.
Who You Idolize Most
Probably not the most, but Tim Duncan is pretty close.
Most Likely To Be Found On A Slow Friday Afternoon
Picking up tacos and picking out a movie on Netflix.
Favorite Colorado Getaway
Dillon is a cute little place
Favorite Sports Team
San Antonio Spurs
Proudest Accomplishment
Always remaining myself even through some very tough tribulations in my life. Always being kind.
Favorite News Personality
Trevor Noah
Night Owl or Early Bird
Night Owl
Thing You Can’t Live Without
My family
Favorite Bumper Sticker
Life is better with a dog.
Word Or Phrase You Most Overuse
Amazing
Thing That Makes You Stand Out From Others
I think my kindness stands out.
Your Motto
Believe in yourself.
