Crissa Kounavis

Crissa brings a keen eye for detail and more than 20 years of marketing and public relations experience to Carey & Giampa.

Born and raised in Virginia and having lived or worked in nearly half of the United States, Crissa has a broad perspective on the real estate market. After graduating from Virginia Tech with a degree in Communications, Crissa joined Marriott International, Inc. where she helped engineer an award-winning nationwide rebranding campaign for the Renaissance® Hotel brand. She enjoyed helping hotels realize their full business potential through comprehensive marketing/PR plans, property photo shoots, and strategic partnerships.

Crissa lived in New York’s Capital Region for 12 years where she was a marketing director, realtor, and an active member of the community, lending her marketing and communications skills to several area schools, youth organizations, and non-profit groups.

She relocated to the Seacoast in 2023 with her husband, Ari, two children, Hopson and Greta, and their beloved therapy dog, Pumpkin. Crissa resides in North Hampton where you’ll likely find her enjoying the beautiful beaches and hiking trails with her family. You may also run into Crissa and Pumpkin during their “Read with Me” sessions at local libraries and schools around the Seacoast!

Crissa believes that prompt and effective communication is paramount when buying or selling a home. She prides herself on truly listening to her clients’ needs and working with determination and compassion to help them achieve their goals.