Elena Leupp
About Elena Leupp
Elena Leupp is a Manager of Design and User Experience at Mindbody, where she conducts user experience research and usability testing to enhance core products. She has a diverse background in design, having held various roles at companies such as Brand Value Accelerator, SendGrid, and Small Planet Digital.
Current Role at Mindbody
Elena Leupp serves as the Manager of Design & User Experience at Mindbody. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's focus on enhancing user engagement and product design. In this role, she oversees design initiatives and user experience strategies to improve customer satisfaction and product usability.
Previous Experience in Design and User Experience
Before joining Mindbody, Elena Leupp accumulated extensive experience in design and user experience across various organizations. She worked as the Director of Design at Brand Value Accelerator from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, she held positions at SendGrid as a UI/UX Product Designer, Small Planet Digital as a Junior Designer, and Archigrafika as a Designer, among others.
User Experience Research and Testing
Elena Leupp conducts user experience research and usability testing to enhance SendGrid's core products. She engages in customer interviews to gather insights that inform product design improvements. Her responsibilities include wireframing and visual design, which are essential for advancing SendGrid's initiatives.
Educational Background in Communications Design
Elena Leupp studied at Pratt Institute, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Communications Design. Her education spanned from 2006 to 2010, providing her with a solid foundation in design principles and practices that she applies throughout her career.
Career Timeline and Progression
Elena Leupp's career in design began as a Junior Designer at Small Planet Digital from 2010 to 2011. She has since progressed through various roles, including Designer positions at Archigrafika and Qorvis MSLGROUP, and as an Interactive Designer at Purple Strategies. Her diverse experiences have shaped her expertise in user experience and design.