Lee Kenny
News editor, Drapers
Lee Kenny is news editor of Drapers, the UK fashion retail trade publication, a role he has held since April 2024. He has worked as a reporter, feature writer and news editor in the UK, China and New Zealand.
| Role | News editor |
|---|---|
| Outlet | Drapers |
| Beat | Fashion retail news, independent retail |
| Previously | Journalism lecturer, University of Kent |
Who is Lee Kenny?
Lee Kenny is a journalist and the news editor of Drapers, which covers the business of fashion retail in the UK. He joined the title in April 2024 and leads its news coverage of retailers, brands and suppliers.
Career
Before Drapers he worked as a reporter, feature writer and news editor in the UK, China and New Zealand. He was a finalist for News Story of the Year at the 2020 New Zealand Media Awards. He has also taught journalism, film and documentary, most recently at the Centre for Journalism at the University of Kent.
- News editor, Drapers (since April 2024)
- Reporter, feature writer and news editor in the UK, China and New Zealand
- Journalism lecturer, Centre for Journalism, University of Kent
Coverage
At Drapers his remit covers daily news on the fashion trade: retailer results, appointments, store openings and closures, deals and insolvencies. He also takes part in industry events, including a Pure London session on independent retail with winners of the Drapers Independents Awards.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Lee Kenny?
Lee Kenny is news editor of the UK fashion trade title Drapers, which he joined in April 2024.
What does Lee Kenny write about?
He leads news on UK fashion retail, including results, appointments, deals and independent retailers.