Lydia Dick
About Lydia Dick
Lydia Dick is a Senior Product Designer with a diverse background in product strategy, marketing, and community building. She has held various roles in organizations such as Pack Health, Venture for America, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and she writes a newsletter on Substack focused on human behavior.
Current Role at Mindbody
Lydia Dick serves as a Senior Product Designer at Mindbody, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on creating user-centered designs that enhance the overall experience for Mindbody's clients. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that align with the company's mission of promoting wellness and community engagement.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Before joining Mindbody, Lydia held various positions in product design and management. She worked as a Senior Product Designer at Pack Health from 2020 to 2022, where she contributed to user experience and product strategy. Additionally, she served as a UX Manager at Pack Health for a brief period in 2021, further honing her skills in design leadership and user-centered methodologies.
Education and Academic Background
Lydia earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Cognitive Sciences from Rice University. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior, which she applies to her design work. She also participated in the School Year Abroad (SYA) program, enhancing her global perspective and cultural awareness.
Early Career and Internships
Lydia's early career includes various internships and roles that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Strategy, Marketing, and Communications Intern at Wellview Health in 2017. Additionally, she gained experience as a Lab Assistant at Baylor College of Medicine and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, where she developed analytical skills and a scientific approach to problem-solving.
Community Engagement and Writing
Lydia is actively engaged in community building and shares her insights through her Substack newsletter titled 'Close Contact.' The newsletter focuses on human behavior and community dynamics, reflecting her passion for exploring how design can influence social interactions and promote healthier living. Her interest in ethical design further underscores her commitment to creating positive impacts through her work.