Ace Lahli’s professional history demonstrates the old adage that “luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” Ace always had a strong passion and love for architecture, but as he was starting out, no obvious way to channel it. While biding his time, the native Texan created and operated his own menswear line, worked as a full-time financial adviser with Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase, and served as a personal stylist at Nordstrom. The last stop was where his “luck” turned, and he was ready.