LUCID COMMERCE
2000–2024
A New Era
Galen King started Lucid in 2000 in New Zealand. After stumbling across Shopify in 2006, he spent 18 years helping merchants design, build, launch, and grow their dreams.
In January 2025, Galen switched sides and joined Shopify as a Senior Product Consultant—continuing the work in-house.
Lucid Commerce will be relaunching soon—with a new direction and focus. Watch this space!
Note from Galen
I started Lucid Design in my first (and only) year of university in 2000 in Christchurch, New Zealand. I’ve always loved the work and the people—but I have found it hard wearing so many hats and juggling so many balls as a business owner. It’s been a lonely journey at times.
It’s been a longtime dream to join Shopify—a company I have admired and worked alongside for over 18 years!
I am beyond thrilled with this role—to be able to continue doing the work and working with wonderful merchants while being part of a team of creative, talented, inspiring people.
I can’t wait! See you on the other side.
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Galen
FAQs
Can I continue to work with Galen through Shopify?
Yes! You can reach out to Sahand Sadi to explore Shopify’s new Plus service offerings and discuss whether Galen might be a good fit to support you.
Will Galen continue to write on his blog?
Yes, Galen will continue to blog on galenking.com.