Behind the Biohazard: The Heart and Hustle of Crime Scene Cleanup

In this conversation, guest Krista Gregg shares her unique journey from working in healthcare marketing to becoming a business owner in the crime scene cleanup industry. She discusses the challenges and emotional aspects of her work, the importance of empathy, and the training required in this unregulated field. The conversation delves into the realities of hoarding cleanup and the transformative power of understanding and support in helping clients navigate their traumatic situations. In this conversation, Krista shares her journey in the world of hoarding cleanup and mental health advocacy, the challenges of starting her own business, and the emotional toll of dealing with trauma. Krista also highlights her upcoming podcasts, 'Light a Match' and 'She Diaries,' which aim to raise awareness about hoarding and the experiences of women who have lost loved ones to suicide. The discussion touches on the need for better mental health support for men and the importance of storytelling in healing and connection.About Krista: Krista Gregg and her husband, Matt, left stable careers to take a bold leap into business ownership. They now run Bio One of Colorado and Bio One of Asheville, and they're specializing in biohazard remediation, including crime scene cleanup, hoarding remediation, and drug decontamination. More than just cleaning spaces, they help restore normalcy for people facing life's toughest moments. Krista is also the CEO of Bright Sky House, a media company whose mission is to bring hidden stories to light, giving voice to narratives that deserve to be heard.You can find Krista online at https://www.instagram.com/kristagregg BrightSkyHouse.com Follow AWDT on:⁠Instagram⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠YouTube⁠Keywordscrime scene cleanup, hoarding remediation, business transition, emotional support, healthcare to entrepreneurship, biohazard cleaning, customer care, team building, insurance challenges, empathy in business, hoarding, mental health, storytelling, entrepreneurship, grief, resilience, advocacy, women's issues, suicide awareness, emergency services