Lee Kimball

Lee joined Arctaris in 2021 and serves as the Investment Director of the Pittsburgh Market.
He works with stakeholders to manage the Pittsburgh impact investment strategy, discover and evaluate investment opportunities, and work with portfolio companies to grow their businesses and broaden the Arctaris impact.
Prior to Arctaris, Lee was the COO and CEO of three venture and PE-backed international companies in Pittsburgh, building operations, supply chains, and sales teams in the US, Europe, Australia, and Central America.
As a founding executive of a successful social impact business, he developed a passion for businesses that create jobs and impact where they are needed the most.
Previously, he served as the Director of Strategic Planning & Finance for a large professional services firm and as a Senior Financial Analyst in the real estate industry.
He began his professional career in nonprofit management and continues that work through various volunteer positions.
He received his BS from Penn State University and MBA from University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler School of Business.
Lee is a frequent startup advisor and speaker on entrepreneurship, impact, and operations.