Michelle Lee leads ITHAKA’s technology and content production teams. Working with co-CTO Dale Myers, she is responsible for creating and implementing the organization’s long-term technology vision while overseeing the organization’s engineering, architecture, infrastructure, and technical operations.

Michelle has a track record of building high-performing cross-functional technical teams with a user-centric approach to design and implementation. She takes a holistic approach to technology leadership, combining her strong technical background with an in-depth understanding of business requirements and strategic implications.

Before joining ITHAKA, Michelle was VP of Engineering at Bloomberg Industry Group, where she was leading the engineering organization building the company’s customer facing products end to end in Bloomberg Tax, Government Affair and Government Contract Area. Previously, she held technology leadership roles at The College Board, GeoEye (now Digital Globe), and SAIC. She holds an MBA from Georgetown University and a PhD in information technology from George Mason University, and serves on the organizing board of the DC CTO Club.