Brian Lee

Brian Lee is a seasoned professional in venture capital and corporate development with extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations. Currently serving as a Venture Partner at NextGen Venture Partners since August 2022, Brian also holds the positions of COO and CFO at NinjaCat, a data storytelling platform, since July 2015. In addition, Brian advises Caddie, a software company focused on enhancing sales team efficiency, from March 2021. Previous roles include Director of Corporate Development at Gannett, where responsibilities included executing M&A and strategic transactions, and Senior Manager at TEGNA, specializing in evaluations and negotiations for investments. Brian began professional career as an Associate in Investment Banking at Grant Thornton Corporate Finance, where expertise in valuation and mergers and acquisitions was developed. Education includes degrees from Boston College and HKUST Business School.