AMA: Leslie Witt, Headspace and designing for mental health
Monday July 29, 2024 at 10AM PT/1PM ET/5PM GMT
Join us for an AMA with Leslie Witt, Chief Product and Design Officer at Headspace, as she dives into the world of design leadership and the nuances of designing for mental health and wellbeing. Discover how empathy and innovation drive the creation of effective mental health solutions and gain insights into the future of design in wellness.
About Leslie Witt
Leslie Witt is the Chief Product and Design Officer at Headspace, a leading mental health and wellbeing platform that integrates science-backed content with coaching and clinical services. Leslie oversees the development and execution of product and content strategy across various channels including direct-to-consumer, enterprise, and health systems, reaching over 100 million people in 190 countries.
In addition to her role at Headspace, Leslie serves as an independent board member for Freshbooks, focusing on financial outcomes—a specialty she developed during her tenure at Intuit and IDEO, where she established the Design for Money practice. Her extensive experience also includes collaborations with global corporations such as Amazon, Nike, and Walmart, and educational roles at prestigious institutions like Stanford University. Outside of her professional endeavors, Leslie enjoys cooking, gardening, and playing piano with her twins.