Krista Edmunds

Innovation Officer, Barclays

Who is Krista Edmunds?

Krista Edmunds is a seasoned professional with over two decades of expertise in financial markets and innovation, and a dedicated advocate for women's empowerment in the world of technology. Her passion for Bitcoin has led her to invest the past 18 months in studying the field, working within the industry, and launching her own Bitcoin education company called Access Tribe to encourage and support the participation of women in this dynamic space.1 2

Some key facts about Krista Edmunds:

She is the founder of Access Tribe Limited, a Bitcoin education company committed to inspiring, educating, and connecting women in the Bitcoin ecosystem.2
She was previously a co-founder, board director and head of marketing at Bitcoin Policy UK, a non-profit organization aiming to boost Bitcoin education and adoption in the UK.2 3
From August 2022 to February 2023, she served as the Community Manager at The Bitcoin Collective, where she was part of a small team organizing the UK's inaugural bitcoin-only conference.2
Prior to her involvement in the Bitcoin space, Krista held key positions at Barclays, including Head of US Business Innovation Partners, US Accelerator Program Manager, Director at Barclays Ventures, and roles in their Group Technology and Innovation Office and Fixed Income Markets Credit eDistribution business.2
She earned a BA in Italian and Management Studies from Royal Holloway University of London and is proficient in both Italian and English. Krista also holds numerous certifications in blockchain, cryptocurrency, and financial markets.2
In April 2023, she was featured in a Forbes article highlighting 4 women leading the charge for Bitcoin adoption in 2023.4

Krista's unique blend of expertise in Bitcoin, marketing, community management, and financial markets, coupled with her dedication to empowering women in the technology sector, makes her an invaluable advocate for Bitcoin adoption and education.2