Blythe Yee

Blythe Morris Yee is a seasoned communications executive with over 20 years of experience in strategic communications at prominent tech companies. Currently, she serves as the Vice President of Employee Communications and Engagement at Freshworks, having previously held the same role at LinkedIn.1

Professional Background

Career Highlights:

• Communications executive with extensive experience at tech companies including LinkedIn, Intuit, and Sun Microsystems1
• Served as chief of staff to the Chief Human Resources Officer at Sun Microsystems1
• Certified leadership coach who works with leaders at various levels1

Early Career and Education

International Experience:

• Taught English in rural Japan through the Japanese government's JET program1
• Studied economics and Japanese at the University of Michigan1
• Obtained a professional coaching certification from the Hudson Institute of Coaching1

Professional Contributions

Academic Involvement:

• Member of the University of Southern California Annenberg Center for Public Relations advisory board1
• Developed and taught the first-ever employee communications course at USC in fall 20231

Leadership Philosophy

Blythe is passionate about:

• Developing internal talent and creating opportunities for growth
• Encouraging open dialogue about career paths
• Helping people connect and build bridges across differences1

Personal Interests

Outside of work, she enjoys:

• Traveling
• Hiking
• Volunteering with her husband and two teenage boys1

Her professional journey reflects a commitment to strategic communications, leadership development, and creating meaningful connections in the workplace.