Helen Lee Kupp
About Helen Lee Kupp
Helen Lee Kupp is a co-founder and CEO at Women Defining AI and co-founder at Almost Technical, with extensive experience in product strategy and management from her time at Slack. She focuses on mentoring women in technology and advising executives on adapting to changes in work environments due to AI and flexible work trends.
Work at Almost Technical
Helen Lee Kupp serves as Co-Founder at Almost Technical since 2024. In this role, she collaborates with a team to develop innovative solutions and strategies within the technology sector. Her focus is on leveraging her extensive experience to drive growth and foster a culture of collaboration and flexibility in the workplace.
Leadership at Women Defining AI
Helen Lee Kupp is the Co-Founder and CEO of Women Defining AI, a position she has held since 2023. The organization aims to empower women in the field of artificial intelligence, providing resources and support to help bridge the gender gap in technology. Under her leadership, the initiative focuses on mentorship and advocacy for women in AI.
Experience at Slack
Helen Lee Kupp worked at Slack from 2016 to 2023, holding several key positions. She was the Co-founder of Future Forum and served as Senior Director of Product Strategy, where she played a significant role in the company's international expansion and contributed to its growth to over $1 billion in enterprise annual recurring revenue (ARR). Prior to that, she was the Director of Strategy & Analytics and a Senior Product Manager.
Educational Background
Helen Lee Kupp holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering and Business Economics Management from Caltech. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in technology and business strategy.
Mentorship and Advocacy
Helen Lee Kupp is actively involved in mentoring women in technology, focusing on closing the gender technology gap. She aims to create a future of work that is fundamentally different for her children and mentees. Additionally, she offers guidance to leaders on navigating changes in work due to AI and flexible work trends, drawing from her unique approach that combines data and operational experience.