Dmitry Bolshakov
About Dmitry Bolshakov
Dmitry Bolshakov is a Product Designer specializing in growth, currently working at Marshmallow in London. He has a diverse background in product design and mentoring, with previous roles at companies such as Yoti, Cleo, and Sweatcoin.
Current Role at Marshmallow
Dmitry Bolshakov currently serves as a Product Designer (Growth) at Marshmallow, a role he has held since 2022. In this position, he focuses on enhancing user experience and driving growth through effective design strategies. His work involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that meet user needs while aligning with business objectives.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Dmitry has a diverse background in product design, having worked at several companies in London. He was a Product Designer at Yoti for seven months in 2021, and at Cleo from 2021 to 2022 for seven months. Additionally, he contributed to Dorm for three months in 2020 and was involved with Sweatcoin as a Product Designer (Growth) from 2019 to 2021. His experience spans various aspects of product design, emphasizing user-centered approaches.
Educational Background
Dmitry holds a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Design and Management from UCL, which he completed from 2014 to 2017. He further pursued a Master's degree in Urban Design & City Planning at UCL from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he studied at Sciences Po, focusing on Governing the Large Metropolis, although this program was discontinued after one year. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his design philosophy.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
Since 2021, Dmitry has been a Product Design Mentor at adplist.org, where he shares his expertise with aspiring designers worldwide. This role allows him to contribute to the design community by guiding others in their professional development and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Design Philosophy and Approach
Dmitry believes that beauty is a by-product of good design rather than the primary goal. He rejects the separation between business and user needs, advocating for their interconnectedness. His perspective emphasizes that user experience and interface design are inseparable, viewing design as a conscious creation that serves to counteract disorder.