Christa in New York

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I am a yoga teacher and yoga therapist who learns from my students every day, a product developer who is equally inspired by new technology and ancient wisdom, and a writer who believes that creativity and determination is the most powerful duo on Earth.

My writing focuses on curating a creative and original life, drawing inspiration from a variety of topics including the arts, books, travel, new technology, business, and New York City, a wondrous and turbulent place I’m proud to call home.

In 2010, I founded Compass Yoga, a NYC-based nonprofit that provides wellness programming to under-served populations through partnerships with community-based organizations. We specialize in providing services for people new to yoga because of physical and mental health challenges that require special consideration.

My career has involved working on the Hill for a Congressman, managing Broadway shows and national tours, fundraising for nonprofits, and innovation work at several large Fortune 500 companies. In every experience, I have used my sense of and respect for elegant design to develop meaningful products, services, and events.

A recovering multi-tasker,  I am a proud alum of UPenn (BA) and the Darden School at UVA (MBA). When not in front of my Mac, I’m on my yoga mat, walking my dog, traveling with a purpose, or practicing the high-art of people watching.

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1. on January 17, 2010 at 11:14 am | Reply Kyle

   Looks great Christa! I am looking forward to being inspried daily. Good luck and great success to you!

   Kyle

   
   
   • on January 17, 2010 at 12:00 pm | Reply Christa

     Thanks, Kyle You should make a site like this for your art. If you want me to help, let me know!

     
     
2. on January 17, 2010 at 4:00 pm | Reply adrianmanzano

   since you have an NYC centric blog, I think it would be great to organize a bi yearly meet Christa at a bar.

   
   
   • on January 17, 2010 at 4:02 pm | Reply Christa

     Wow! What a great idea. I am working on an ebook (right at this very moment actually!) and I wonder if that would be a good marketing push for the book. Thanks so much for the idea and of course I will let you know when it will be.

     
     
3. on January 19, 2010 at 10:38 pm | Reply Kotaro

   Peace, joy, harmony and everything is here. On top, full of love. Thank you, Christa.

   
   
   • on January 19, 2010 at 11:00 pm | Reply Christa

     Thank you, Kotaro. I feel lucky to have this space to write and share.

     
     
4. on January 29, 2010 at 1:30 pm | Reply Maurina

   Christa-

   So great to talk with you! You have inspired me to try to make an impact.

   I feel your passion, energy, and skills will be a great fit for us. I look forward to working with you.

   
   
   • on January 29, 2010 at 1:36 pm | Reply Christa

     Hi Maurina,
     Great to talk to you as well! I’m so excited about the oportunities to help promote the incredible work at HopeLab and contribute to the conversation around kids, health, and technology.

     
     
5. on December 13, 2010 at 6:01 pm | Reply John-Anthony Gargiulo

   Hi Christa,

   Terry Watkins just sent me this link. Everything looks so cool, I am so happy for you. Glad you got your yoga space and I couldn’t agree with you more about ramen. Los Angeles made me fall in love with it, and had no idea what a huge bowl of fresh ramen could do to lift your spirits during a common cold or a damp day. Hope your family is great and wish you all the best.
   JA

   
   
   • on December 13, 2010 at 9:43 pm | Reply Christa

     Hi John-Anthony! Thank you so much for checking out the blog and for your note. I’ll have to thank Terry for passing along the link! Ramen is a magical dish! I’m looking forward to trying out some more places around New York.

     Hope all is well with you and that you are having a wonderful holiday season.

     
     
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9. on July 5, 2011 at 12:16 pm | Reply Matt

   Hi Christa, elegant site with the header image you have, you made me smile with your comment about being “a recovering multi-tasker”, at least you have seen the light. will investigate the book, keep up with the yoga mat.

   
   
   • on July 6, 2011 at 1:49 pm | Reply Christa

     Thanks, Matt!

     
     
10. on July 25, 2011 at 2:01 pm | Reply NYC Career Contest : Exaqueo

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11. on January 26, 2012 at 8:17 am | Reply barclay mcfadden

    christa, you are a piece of work, all the best, barclay

    
    
    • on February 5, 2012 at 10:39 pm | Reply Christa

      That’s exactly what I strive to be