Carolee Lee

CEO & Founder WHAM

Carolee Lee, a visionary entrepreneur and global health leader, is the founder and CEO of WHAM. Renowned for her innovative approach to advancing women's health worldwide, Lee was named to TIME100's Most Influential People in Global Health. Founded in 2020, WHAM is a nonprofit organization dedicated to revolutionizing women's lives and the global economy through increased awareness and funding for women's health. Led by a board of 25 influential businesswomen, WHAM commissioned the RAND Corporation to produce The WHAM Reports, groundbreaking studies quantifying the substantial economic benefits of investing in women's health research. Under Lee's leadership, WHAM announced in June 2026 its intention to launch WHAM Ventures, a platform to catalyze innovation, research, and commercialization across women's health. Prior to her transformative work in women's health, Lee was the founder and CEO of Carolee Designs, a globally recognized brand acquired by Luxottica. She has also served on numerous high-profile boards, including BCRF, DSW, and the Museum of Arts and Design. Currently, Lee is a board member of the La Jolla Institute for Immunology, and The Women's Leadership Board at The Kennedy School.