Background
Garfinkel, Lee was born on February 3, 1955 in Bronx, New York, United States.
Garfinkel, Lee was born on February 3, 1955 in Bronx, New York, United States.
Bachelor, Queens College, City University of New York, 1977.
Various positions from copywriter to executive vice president and executive creative director Levine, Huntley, Schmidt & Beaver, 1978—1989. Executive vice president, senior creative director BDO International (Barton, Durstine & Osborn) and Batten Company New York, 1989—1992. Chairman, chief creative officer Lowe & Partners, New York City, 1992—2001.
President, global chief creative officer D'Arcy Masius Benton & Bowles, 2001—2003. Chairman, chief creative officer Doyle Dane Bernbach New York, 2003—2009. Chief creative officer global brands Euro RSCG, since 2011.
Chair ANDY Awards, 1998, 2002. Juror Cannes Lions International Advg.
Member of One Club Art & Copy (president 1991-1993).