Kate Lee
About Kate Lee
Kate Lee is an accomplished editor and manager, currently serving as the Editor in Chief and General Manager at Every Inc. She has held various editorial roles at notable companies, including Stripe, Medium, and WeWork, and has a background in literary representation.
Current Role at Every, Inc.
Kate Lee serves as the Editor in Chief and General Manager at Every, Inc. since 2023. In this role, she oversees editorial direction and management, contributing to the company's strategic vision and content initiatives. Her experience in editorial leadership positions her to enhance the brand's presence and engagement within the industry.
Previous Experience at Stripe
Before her current position, Kate Lee worked at Stripe from 2020 to 2021. She held the roles of Publisher and Head of Publishing, where she served as the publisher of Stripe Press and managed the magazine Increment. Her tenure at Stripe involved significant contributions to content development and editorial strategy.
Background in Editorial Leadership
Kate Lee has extensive experience in editorial leadership across various organizations. She worked at WeWork as Senior Director and Global Head of Editorial from 2018 to 2020, where she launched Ideas by We, a global content program. Additionally, she served as Head of Content Development at Medium.com, where she was pivotal in recruiting high-profile writers and organizations.
Literary Agent Experience
Kate Lee worked as a Literary Agent at ICM Partners from 2006 to 2012. During her six years in this role, she represented approximately 100 clients, including notable business personalities and writers. Her experience as a literary agent provided her with insights into the publishing industry and client representation.
Educational Background
Kate Lee studied at Brown University and the University of Pennsylvania, where she achieved a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History and Italian. Her educational background has contributed to her expertise in editorial and content development throughout her career.