Krista's multi-faceted legal career gives her a unique perspective in advising her creator clients. She began her career as a business and employment attorney and litigator, developing an appreciation for needing to understand her clients' industry, business goals, and values in order to best advocate for them. She then spent several years serving as the primary legal advisor for Chihuly Studio, a renowned Seattle-based glass art studio engaged in art projects around the world. She subsequently joined the legal team of Expedia, Inc., a global tech company and travel platform, representing its many brands (including Vrbo and Hotels.com) and leading its intellectual property legal work in commercial contract negotiations, brand marketing campaigns, sports sponsorships, licensing, product development, policies, and resolving intellectual property disputes. Krista is a certified privacy professional (CIPP/US).​ She is a member of the Copyright Society of the USA, and former co-chair of its Northwest Chapter. She was an adjunct law professor at the Seattle University School of Law, teaching art law, and has presented on panels covering art law topics. She is licensed to practice in Washington state.