Lede is a groundbreaking publishing platform and growth program designed to support the next generation of journalism startups and news media. Lede’s partner organizations share a common vision for subscription-driven journalism, more informed and vibrant communities, and industry-leading publishing software. They enjoy the benefits of shared technology and services while retaining total ownership over their business, content, and audience.
FeaturesWe are strategists, researchers, designers, and developers dedicated to a collaborative and equitable future.
Learn MoreAlley partnered with Defector Media to launch Lede as a program and platform.
Lede is designed to support startup news organizations, and legacy publishers making a full pivot to a membership model who can participate in all aspects of our program. You do not need a technology expert or a project manager to work with Lede; we are happy to work directly with writers and editors.
Publishers who are not the right fit for Lede or want to explore other options besides Lede should reach out to us at Alley.