Lia is currently pursuing a degree in Management with a concentration in Human Resources at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. With three years of photography experience, Lia specializes primarily in sports and event photography while also working with graduation sessions, senior portraits, and lifestyle shoots. In addition to photographing local athletic events, she has collaborated with several local band programs throughout the area.

Lia serves as Just Swim's Photographer and Social Media Director, managing the organization's Facebook and Instagram platforms while capturing the moments that define the Just Swim experience. As the official photographer for both Just Swim and the summer swim league, she documents everything from competitive races and team celebrations to the behind the scenes moments that showcase the heart of the sport.

Having served as a photographer for Just Swim for the past two seasons and now entering her third, Lia has developed a passion for preserving the dedication, emotion, and energy that athletes bring to the pool every day. Through both her photography and social media work, she enjoys sharing the stories that make the swimming community so special. She values the opportunity to create lasting memories for swimmers and their families while contributing to a positive, encouraging, and connected team environment both inside and outside the water.