Cathleen Civale has built a diverse career spanning interior design, hospitality, fashion, and real estate, with decades of experience in executive management and client relations. A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, she began her career with F. Schumacher & Co., contributing to notable design projects including interiors for Air Force One and the White House.

She later held leadership roles in the hospitality industry in both California and New York, including management of the iconic Trident restaurant in Sausalito and the opening of Trax in New York City. Her career continued in executive positions with major fashion brands including Calvin Klein Jeans, Esprit, Polo Ralph Lauren Handbags & Accessories, and Kenneth Cole Productions.

For the past two decades, Cathleen has worked in Manhattan and Hamptons real estate while remaining actively involved in community and preservation organizations, including the Sag Harbor Historical Museum.