LACE Photo Media is a full service brand strategy and design firm led and created by two very talented and hard-working sisters, Alicia and Lucia Civile. Lucia Civile is this year's Emerging Young Leader award winner.
The brain-child that is LACE Photo Media came to life when Lucia decided to leave the corporate world. She said, “After working in and leaving an unhealthy corporate environment after several years, I realized I needed a big change. I couldn't imagine working for anyone else ever again or missing out on time with my son, so the decision to start LACE Photo Media was born."
And what a great decision that was. Lucia told us that her philosophy towards work is, “Always be passionate about what you do and the ‘why’ behind what you do.” Passion is a huge driving force of success which has led to the work of LACE Photo Media being featured in L’Officiel, Jeffbullas.com, Conde Nast Traveler, Hudson Valley Parent and even Forbes!
The brain-child that is LACE Photo Media came to life when Lucia decided to leave the corporate world. She said, “After working in and leaving an unhealthy corporate environment after several years, I realized I needed a big change. I couldn't imagine working for anyone else ever again or missing out on time with my son, so the decision to start LACE Photo Media was born."
And what a great decision that was. Lucia told us that her philosophy towards work is, “Always be passionate about what you do and the ‘why’ behind what you do.” Passion is a huge driving force of success which has led to the work of LACE Photo Media being featured in L’Officiel, Jeffbullas.com, Conde Nast Traveler, Hudson Valley Parent and even Forbes!
Outside of her own business, Lucia also holds the positions of Vice President of the New Paltz BNI and President of the Gardiner Association of Business, she is the creator of the Craft Market Walk in Gardiner, volunteer at Taste of New Paltz, and an active member of HYPE and the New Paltz Chamber of Commerce (which she joined back in 2018). We asked her what it means to her to be a part of the chamber and surrounding community, “Sometimes owning your own business can feel very isolating. It's important to be surrounded by people who can relate to the struggles, the wins, and the unique everyday challenges a business owner faces. Being part of the New Paltz Chamber is gaining access to a community of business owners that share in those experiences.”
The Emerging Young Leader Award recognizes an individual under the age of 40 that demonstrates leadership qualities and a commitment to bettering the New Paltz Region. Lucia is a prime example of an emerging young leader, holding a president and vice president position within two different organizations as well as remaining active in participation in many other events and organizations. We are so thankful to call Lucia a member of the New Paltz Chamber and we are so grateful to have recognized her for her accomplishments at this year’s Business Recognition Awards dinner!
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