Lucie Newcomb

Lucie Newcomb is a seasoned professional in global business leadership, mentoring, and curriculum development, currently serving as a U.S. Speaker Program Trainer and Curriculum Developer at the U.S. Department of State. She has extensive experience working with various U.S. embassies around the world, focusing on entrepreneurship and women's economic empowerment through programs such as the POWER initiative in Japan and Korea.12

Professional Background

• Education: Lucie holds a degree from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master’s in Leadership Studies from St. Mary’s College of California. She is also an accredited coach and a certified facilitator of the Leadership Practices Inventory.12

• Career Highlights:

  • Founder and CEO: She founded The NewComm Global Group, Inc., where she has been instrumental in opening markets for IT and services companies, including major firms like Cisco and IBM. Her company was recognized as a finalist for a Think Global Forum Award in 2021.1

  • Trainer and Mentor: Lucie has designed and conducted training programs for entrepreneurs in Malaysia and Brunei, among other locations, and has served as a mentor for the Global Innovation Science & Technology program.23

  • Speaker and Author: She has presented at numerous international conferences and authored executive training courses on leadership and market research.13

Recognition and Contributions

Lucie has been acknowledged as one of the 2015 Women of Influence by the Silicon Valley Business Journal and was recently named one of the "150 Great Leaders of 2022" by the Global Council for the Promotion of International Trade. She has also been involved in various mentoring and leadership initiatives, including serving on boards and as a mentor for women's leadership organizations.124

Her work emphasizes actionable global business strategies and leadership development, making her a prominent figure in promoting women's roles in entrepreneurship and international business.12