Edward Lee is a senior at the University of Michigan majoring in Organizational Studies with a minor in Entrepreneurship. As Vice President of External Relations at the Michigan Venture Club, he built a thriving community of students passionate about venture capital and partnered with firms to support sourcing and due diligence efforts. In addition, Edward scouts for GoAhead Ventures, focusing on technology and sustainability startups, and has led research on Michigan’s venture ecosystem, analyzing more than 80 post–Series A companies.

An entrepreneur himself, he previously founded Tradies, a proximity-based social networking startup with ~$50k raised and over 200k social media traction. He has also helped build ventures in B2B chemical material supply, and startup marketing services. He has professional experience in strategy roles at Wayfair and Target, where he focused on market expansion, digital transformation, and leadership. 

Edward is deeply interested in the intersection of venture capital and entrepreneurship and is eager to learn from experienced investors.