Crystal Elwood started part-time at the Land Conservancy in 2004 and has since stepped into an essential role as the Business Manager. She has an eclectic professional background including 5 years in banking and additional experience working at a boat store, a computer store and a cake shop. Despite her past employment diversity, she feels most rewarded by her current position.
Crystal's favorite thing about her job is the feeling that she is giving back to the community, and as she puts it, "I have a career that matters." In addition to the accounting, Crystal also manages the Land Conservancy's innovative TDC (Transfer Development Credits) program that has gained national admiration for its success.
Born in Santa Barbara , Crystal has lived in Atascadero since the third grade and plans to stay. She loves the land and the open space in her local community, and you can often find her walking or biking around town. She also enjoys gardening, camping, reading and cooking - especially her infamous white turkey chili.