Kate Lee

Kate Lee, MBA has over 15 years of experience in marketing and communications. Kate is currently the Director of Marketing and Communications at Summit Companies, where they lead marketing and communications initiatives for a national company with over 3,000 employees. In this role, they have successfully launched new brands and websites, implemented digital marketing strategies, and developed employee engagement and communication strategies.

Prior to their current position, Kate was the Director of Marketing at Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union for over 14 years. During their tenure, they played a key role in initiating and launching an organizational brand refresh, managing external agency partners, and developing content and communication processes. Kate also served as a Marketing Manager, where they led marketing and communications efforts for both internal and external audiences, and as a Marketing Specialist, collaborating with the marketing team on campaigns and event planning. Throughout their career, Kate has demonstrated a strong ability to drive brand awareness, engage stakeholders, and deliver exceptional value to customers.

Kate Lee, MBA, earned their Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management, with a major in General Management, from Bemidji State University, where they attended from 2000 to 2004. Kate then went on to complete their Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from Bethel University, from 2006 to 2008. Furthermore, in September 2015, Kate obtained certification in Creating Winning Strategies from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management.