Lian Schmidt

About Our Partner

Lian Schmidt –

Design Lab 23

Lian aligns wellbeing through movement, nature and simplicity. Time on the ocean surrounded by wind, waves and open water restores her sense of calm and clarity, while strength-building and restorative movement practices help her stay grounded and present. For Lian, wellbeing is reflected in steady energy, quality sleep and the ability to show up as her best self for family and community. She approaches both personal and professional goals with foundational simplicity and a forward-moving mindset.

Deeply connected to local community life, Lian contributes through coaching young paddlers, volunteering with surf lifesaving, and supporting clubs with her 28 years of design experience. She is passionate about fostering team spirit, social connection and confidence in young people, and believes kindness and empathy are essential foundations for strong communities. These wellbeing and community values are also why Lian is an In-kind partner of the social enterprise Youth RESET to help encourage more adults to help guide our next generation with wellbeing life-skills. Lian hopes to be known as someone who genuinely cares and helps others feel supported, capable and connected to what matters most in life.