Dr. K Royal the reigning Classic Universe Woman titleholder, celebrated for her poise, authenticity, and commitment to empowering women. A passionate advocate, she serves as a National Ambassador for the Lupus Foundation of America along with other community service activities.  Her decades of service have been honored with a prestigious Lifetime Presidential Achievement Award for Volunteer Service. She also co-hosts the award-winning “Serious Privacy” podcast, bringing her signature warmth and insight to a global audience. She spends a lot of her time helping non-profits and educating kids and adults on the dangers of online activity and emerging tech.

She is also a prominent global compliance professional, privacy expert, and attorney with over 30 years of experience, specializing in healthcare and data protection law. Currently the Chief Privacy Officer at Crawford & Company and faculty associate at Arizona State University (ASU). K holds a PhD in Public Affairs and a JD, focusing on ethical compliance and risk management. She is also a recognized fellow and certified professional in privacy. K is a strong advocate for queens of all ages.