Lydia Dishman

Lydia Dishman is a seasoned senior editor at Fast Company with a wealth of experience in business reporting and editing across various local and national news outlets. Holding a BA in Journalism from Fordham University, she brings a deep understanding of the media landscape and its nuances.

With a specialization in feature articles, writing coaching, editing, speaking, and conference panel moderation, Lydia's expertise shines through her work. Her current focus areas revolve around workplace dynamics, gender and diversity issues, leadership topics, and seeking out insightful contributors for Fast Company's verticals.

Throughout her career, Lydia has held notable editorial roles, including Senior Editor of Growth & Engagement, Staff Editor, and Contributing Editor at Fast Company. She has also lent her expertise as a Contributing Writer at CBS Interactive, Contributing Reporter for Fast Company at Mansueto Ventures, and Independent Journalist during her self-employed tenure. Additionally, Lydia has honed her editorial skills at organizations like SC Biz News and USA TODAY 10Best Travel.

For those looking to engage with Lydia regarding story pitches or op/eds, she prefers concise email communication over phone calls. Reach out to her at [ldishman at fastcompany] with a brief message encapsulating your idea in no more than five sentences.