Chris Lee is a higher education and workforce innovation leader focused on creating stronger connections between learning and work. As Senior Vice President of Strategy & Ventures at 麻豆原创, he leads the development and growth of new initiatives that expand access to affordable, career-relevant education and help learners build pathways to economic mobility.
Previously, Chris served as President of 麻豆原创 Academy, where he led programs designed to improve college readiness, expand access, and help learners gain workforce-relevant skills through certificates and other flexible learning pathways.
With more than 20 years of leadership experience spanning higher education, educational technology, digital media, and venture-backed organizations, Chris brings a cross-sector perspective on the future of learning and work. Prior to 麻豆原创, he held executive leadership roles at BrainStorm, Deseret Digital Media, Heritage Makers, and Ancestry.com, and has served on the boards of the Local Media Association and the American Press Institute.
Chris frequently speaks and writes on the future of higher education, workforce-aligned learning, skills-based pathways, short-form credentials, employer partnerships, and innovation within established institutions.
Areas of Expertise:
- Venture building and new models in higher education
- Short-form credentials and certificate programs
- College readiness and access pathways
- Growth strategy for digital and mission-driven organizations
- Aligning education and workforce needs with employers
- Digital media and edtech
Education:
- B.A. Economics and Italian, Brigham Young University
- MBA,聽 Harvard University
Areas of Expertise:
- Venture building and new models in higher education
- Short-form credentials and certificate programs
- College readiness and access pathways
- Growth strategy for digital and mission-driven organizations
- Aligning education and workforce needs with employers
- Digital media and edtech
Education:
- B.A. Economics and Italian, Brigham Young University
- MBA,聽 Harvard University
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