Alma Mater: New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts for Film and Television
Throughout his tenure as CCO, Lee has guided content creation across Warner Bros. Discovery’s networks to great success, including at Discovery Channel and TLC, where he also serves as President. Recent big wins include reaching 12.8 million viewers across linear and streaming with this year’s Puppy Bowl, while Shark Week continues to lead in key demos on cable. In his roles, Lee also champions content that shines a light on people and communities who may otherwise be overlooked. He’s made it his mission to prioritize content that celebrates marginalized individuals and groups.
Impact Factor: Lee’s commitment to telling diverse stories has helped TLC and Discovery Channel stand out as networks that amplify voices and as homes for diversity. He also spearheads TLC’s “Give a Little” anti-bullying campaign, which is now in its ninth year of promoting messages of inclusion, acceptance and respect. This year’s Puppy Bowl, which partnered with Best Friends Animal Society, also led to all 142 dogs in the game finding homes.
If you weren’t in this business, what career might you have pursued?
I’ve always been drawn to storytelling in all its forms. If I weren’t in television, I’d likely be in theater or publishing, something that still allows me to entertain and inspire curiosity. I truly enjoy the unexpected and finding new voices and stories.
Where do you find energy and inspiration outside the office?
Running is my reset button. Long runs give me space to clear my head, reflect and reconnect with ideas that get buried in the day-to-day.