Lee Swain
About Lee Swain
Lee Swain serves as the Head of Account Management for North America at Togetherall, bringing extensive experience in higher education and mental health support. His previous roles include leadership positions at The Jed Foundation and various universities, where he focused on developing strategic mental health initiatives for students.
Current Role at Togetherall
Lee Swain serves as the Head of Account Management for North America at Togetherall. In this position, he has been responsible for overseeing account management strategies and enhancing partnerships with educational institutions. His role focuses on promoting mental health support and expanding access to resources for young adults through innovative peer support initiatives.
Previous Experience at The Jed Foundation
Lee Swain held multiple positions at The Jed Foundation (JED), including Director of JED Campus from 2017 to 2020 and Director of Program Development from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure, he led efforts to partner with colleges and universities, developing strategic plans aimed at improving mental health support on campuses. He briefly served as Campus Manager in 2016, contributing to JED's mission of enhancing mental health resources for students.
Educational Background
Lee Swain earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology Education and Animal Science from the University of Delaware, where he studied from 1994 to 1999. He later pursued a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration at New York University, completing his studies from 2000 to 2002. His academic background has provided a foundation for his career in student affairs and mental health support.
Career in Higher Education
Lee Swain has extensive experience in higher education, having worked at several institutions. He served as Assistant Dean of Students and Associate Director of Staff and Residential Community Development at the University of San Francisco from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he was a Residence Hall Director at the same university from 2002 to 2005. His early career included roles at the Academy of Art University and New York University, where he focused on student support and development.
Transition to Non-Profit Work
Lee Swain transitioned from higher education roles to non-profit work to address the growing need for mental health support among young adults. His experience at The Jed Foundation and current role at Togetherall reflect his commitment to promoting mental wellbeing through comprehensive support systems and peer-led initiatives.