Senior Industrial Designer, REI
A seasoned Industrial Designer, Lindsay Malatesta's decade-long journey revolves around using design to tell compelling stories and create products that make a positive impact. Currently serving as a Senior Industrial Designer at REI, she is dedicated to making the outdoors more accessible and eco-friendly. Lindsay is the founder of Unif-ID, a thriving community that connects and empowers women and non-binary industrial designers through mentorship, networking, and skill-sharing events. Her visionary approach and commitment to diversity have earned her recognition as a trailblazer in the industry. Lindsay’s impactful work, including the "Cost of ID" survey advocating for inclusive design practices, has left a lasting impression on the field of industrial design.
One of her nominators stated that “Lindsay’s work founding and sustaining Unif-ID is groundbreaking and crucial to the future success of the industry. Her tireless work creating a more inclusive field is an inspiration to us all.”
