[8] She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale with Bachelors in science in the year 2005.

[9] She was nominated in the Hall of fame at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale as a values alumnus in the year 2007.

[11] Rivera then started her career as a professional costume designer from 2006 under the brand name, Amaya Swimwear.

[29] On various occasions, Rivera has worked as a swimwear and costume designer for Will Smith, Kim Kardashian, Keyshia Cole, Serena Williams, Sara Underwood, Jenny McCarthy, Gigi Hadid, Patti Labelle, DJ Khalid, Cardi B, Toni Braxton, Chrissy Tiegen, Emily Ratajkowski etc.

[36][37][38] Lila Nikole founded the Project Save Imagination in 2012, which is a 501 C organization with the aim to provide financial support the students who are passionate about arts.