George “Conscious” Lee
Director of Influencer Marketing and Educator at George Lee Speaks LLC; Social Media Creative Partner at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center/HVTN
Translating complex academic concepts like intersectionality and power dynamics into 'educational entertainment' for a global digital audience.
Intro
I'm George “Conscious” Lee, an educator and digital creator dedicated to bridging the gap between academic theory and everyday consciousness. Currently, I serve as the Director of Influencer Marketing at George Lee Speaks LLC and a Social Media Creative Partner for Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. My journey began in the world of competitive policy debate and higher education, where I served as an Adjunct Professor and Director of Policy Debate at the University of Oklahoma. I am passionate about using 'educational entertainment' to explore Critical Race Theory, Afrofuturism, and systemic equity. With a community of over 3 million followers, my goal is to be purposefully provocative to inspire real transformation. Whether through my work with 'Conscious University' or high-impact speaking, I offer a unique ability to translate complex power dynamics into engaging digital narratives. I’m looking to connect with those interested in social justice, media theory, and the intersection of art and resistance.
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What I can offer
- ›Expertise in translating academic concepts for diverse audiences
- ›High-impact speaking engagements
- ›Social media strategy and digital storytelling
- ›Workshops on cultural competency and power dynamics
What I'm looking for
- ›expanding my professional network
- ›exploring mutual opportunities in social justice, education, and digital media
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Background
Career
Transitioned from a background in competitive policy debate and academia (Adjunct Professor and Director of Policy Debate) into a global educator and digital creator role, specializing in social justice and influencer marketing.
Education
Master of Education (MEd) in Adult and Continuing Education Administration, University of Oklahoma (2014–2017); Master’s Degree in Human Relations, University of Oklahoma (2015–2017); Bachelor of Arts (BA) in African and African American Studies, University of Oklahoma.
Achievements
- ›Built a following of over 3 million across social media platforms
- ›Recipient of the 2022 YouTube Content Creator Choice Award
- ›Nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Social Media Personality (2022)
- ›Member of the first African-American duo to become the number one seed in the National Debate Tournament
Opinions
- You cannot change what you don’t know needs to be changed.
- Being 'purposefully provocative' is necessary to inspire transformation.
- Art is a tool for disruption and a mirror to reality, though its commodification by institutions must be critiqued.
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Communication style
Intellectual yet accessible, provocative, and transformative; balances academic rigor with pop culture references.
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