Crosby was born in Prince Rupert, BC and raised in Victoria. He is a member of the Gitxsan and Nisga’a First Nations, located in northwestern British Columbia.

Crosby is a Professional Chemist in training with a degree in Chemistry from the University of Victoria. Since graduating he has gained experience working in the analytical chemistry field and is looking forward to transferring the knowledge and skills gained in this area to the Gwaii team.