Don Mapes

Don Mapes serves as the Senior Director of Internal Audit at Lee Enterprises since April 2025, directing internal audit activities and fostering interdepartmental collaboration. Prior to this role, Don held managerial positions at RubinBrown LLP, Triangle Petroleum USA, and QEP Resources, Inc., focusing on business advisory services and establishing internal audit departments. Don’s expertise encompasses financial, operational, and IT controls, with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and risk management. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Business Administration with a focus on Technology Management from the University of Phoenix and a BSBA in Business with an emphasis in Accounting from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs.