Jerry Lee
About Jerry Lee
Jerry Lee serves as the VP of Education Sales, Success, and Operations at Handshake, where he has contributed to the platform's growth and partnerships. With a diverse background in education and business, he has held various leadership roles across multiple organizations, including Swing Education and Rocketship Public Schools.
Current Role at Handshake
Jerry Lee serves as the Vice President of Education Sales, Success, and Operations at Handshake, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he has contributed to the platform's growth, enabling it to serve over 10 million active student users. He has played a significant role in expanding Handshake's network, which now includes over 1,500 higher education partners and partnerships with 700,000 employers, including all Fortune 500 companies.
Previous Experience at Swing Education
Before joining Handshake, Jerry Lee worked at Swing Education as the Vice President of Customer Experience and Partnerships from 2016 to 2021. During his five years in this role, he focused on enhancing customer satisfaction and building strategic partnerships within the education sector while based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Educational Background
Jerry Lee has a robust educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Harvard University, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He later pursued a Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Yale School of Management from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he obtained an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, studying from 2011 to 2013.
Career Path and Roles
Jerry Lee's career includes various roles in education and consulting. He worked as a Senior Analyst at Digitas from 2006 to 2008 and as a Consultant at CGI-AMS from 2004 to 2006. He also held positions such as Director of Marketing at endPoverty.org from 2008 to 2012 and Director of Operations at Rocketship Public Schools from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he was a Broad Resident in Urban Education at The Broad Foundation from 2013 to 2015 and served as a Social Entrepreneur in Residence at Aberdare Ventures for six months in 2012.
Investment Role at Hyphen Capital
Since 2021, Jerry Lee has also been involved with Hyphen Capital as an Investor and Limited Partner. This role complements his focus on education and operations, allowing him to engage with investment opportunities that align with his professional interests.