Kristal Virgil

Kristal Virgil is the VP of of Finance, Fund, and Org Development, in which roles she focuses on the people - customers, staff team, and Board - who make up Groundswell. Her background in communication and passion for advocacy for underserved communities and those without a voice has been the heartbeat of her professional career. 

From Early Childhood Education to Organizational Development and HR, Kristal’s focus and passion for serving people has allowed her to make a difference everywhere she goes. Since joining Groundswell in 2015, she has helped create a culture of belonging, strengthen internal connectivity to Groundswell's strategic plan, and develop a people-centered customer experience that serves more than 4,000 residents throughout the District and hundreds of residents in Maryland and in Georgia. 

Kristal earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Liberty University and is a Society for Human Resources Management Certified Professional. She serves on the Board of Directors of The Ramp Global Missions and has served in her local church assembly and community in many leadership capacities.

While dedicated to serving others, one of Kristal's greatest joys is being able to serve as a wife and mother.

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  • Lessons in Savings and Hope with DC Solar for All
    School is out for the summer, but that doesn't mean that learning has to stop. I’ve compiled a few of my favorite energy-saving "lessons." I hope you will find these tips useful as you spend time with the children in your life, soaking up the sun and saving money with your DC Solar for All subscription this summer.
  • Falling Into Savings
    It may not feel like it yet, but soon it will be time to pull out fall sweaters and warm scarves. Cuddling up with some hot chocolate while wearing a warm sweater is one of my favorite parts of the season. Unfortunately, every fall, when we turn on the heat for the first time, our energy bills go up as we combat the chill, and if you are like me, staying warm while keeping your energy bill low is a priority.
  • Service and Values
    Groundswell stands on its core value of service. We were founded on a vision and mission of building community power through the lens of service. At Groundswell, we believe that service is a privilege, not a chore. It's one of the things we take pride in — putting people first and keeping them at the center of our community solar projects. 
  • Fostering a Culture of Belonging
    While I wear many hats as Manager of Business Operations and HR for Groundswell, one role that I am particularly passionate about is centered around Groundswell’s commitment to creating, and maintaining, a culture for our staff that is both inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging.