Kristin was born and raised in Alaska. She attended Seattle Pacific University where she received a 4-year gymnastics scholarship. After attending college and law school in Washington, Kristin returned to Alaska and started as an associate at Sisson Law Group, in Anchorage. After about a year, Kristin accepted a position at Guess & Rudd's Anchorage office. Outside of work, Kristin coaches gymnastics at Arctic Gymnastics, loves to run and enjoys the numerous activities and adventures Alaska has to offer.