Katherine Lee

Katherine Lee is a skilled communications professional with extensive experience in public affairs and community relations. Currently serving as a Community Relations Specialist for the City of Santa Cruz, Katherine supports various departments within the Citywide Communications team. Previous roles include Public Affairs Officer for the California Air National Guard and Communications and Community Engagement Manager at Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose, where Katherine managed social media, responded to media requests, and published newsletters. Katherine's background also includes significant experience with the Colorado Air National Guard, where key contributions involved executing public affairs strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic and overseeing media operations during civil unrest. Katherine holds a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Media Studies from Florida State University and has completed training at the Defense Information School and other educational institutions.