Area Development Magazine - Justin Lane, former economic development marketing lead for the State of Tennessee and recent aid to Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, has opened a new firm in Nashville.

Lane launched Civitas Agency, a firm that offers full-service creative, marketing, and public relations to economic development organizations, governments, and public affairs organizations.

“The world of economic development is becoming increasingly more competitive," Lane said. "Marketing is more critical than ever and having an experienced firm matters. Civitas Agency is excited to offer unmatched creative and media strategies to the economic development industry."