Candidate Bio
Kristen McCoy, MA, CEBT, CTBS, has over 26 years of eye bank experience and 10 years of tissue bank experience. Kristen began her career as a Laboratory Tech and has grown with the industry, holding multiple leadership roles within two large eye banks. Kristen joined Miracles In Sight in 2019 and is currently the Vice President of Business Development and Marketing, leading Surgeon Relations, Fund Development, and Marketing. Kristen serves as an at-large board member and is on numerous EBAA committees, including the Technician Education Committee, the Research Committee, and the Medical Advisory Board. For the last 12 years, Kristen has served as faculty for the TES and the Slit Lamp Microscopy course. Kristen is a Certified Eye Bank Technician (CEBT) and a Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS). Kristen is a member of the American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB), Women In Ophthalmology (WIO), the American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators (ASOA), and The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO). Kristen earned a bachelor’s in biology from the University of Dayton and a Master’s in Health and Human Services from St. Mary’s University in MN.
Candidate Statement
Having devoted 28 years to eye banking, I have held leadership positions in two large eye banks. Throughout my career, I’ve actively participated in various committees within the EBAA, including serving on the Technician Education Committee and as faculty for the TES for the last 12 years. I am passionate about the donation industry and its impact on individuals and communities. For the past two years, I have had the privilege of serving as an at-large board member. This experience has provided invaluable insights into the association’s strategic direction and the industry’s challenges. The EBAA strives to find new opportunities to support the member eye banks, and I am excited to continue supporting these efforts. The skills that I have acquired being on the board for the last two years and my experience in multiple leadership roles continue to provide me with an understanding of the challenges facing eye banks and staff. I believe in collaboration, partnership, and working toward a common goal. I am dedicated to the eye banking industry and would like to continue bringing my passion and energy to the board to represent and serve the association.
Prior Service
- 2018-2024 – Member, Research Committee
- 2018-2024 – Member, Technician Education Committee
- 2018-2024 – Member, Medical Advisory Board
- 2016-2018 – Chair, Certification Board
- 2014-2020 – Faculty – Slit Lamp Microscopy Seminar
- 2014-2018 – Chair, Technician Education Committee
- 2011-2014 – Vice Chair, Technician Education Committee
- 2011-2014 – Member, Research Committee
- 2011-2024 – Faculty – Technician Education Seminar
