The Top Women Chief Product Officers (CPOs) Making Waves in 2025
Product management is evolving, and women are leading the charge—driving innovation, shaping strategy, and redefining industries. From fintech to fashion, these powerhouse CPOs are spearheading product-led growth, customer-centric innovation, and cutting-edge technology.
If you're looking for inspiration (or just want to follow game-changers in the industry), here’s a list of the top women CPOs making waves in 2025!
Smita Hashim – Chief Product Officer, Zoom
Smita Hashim is the brain behind Zoom’s product management, using her expertise from Google and Microsoft to scale real-time communication platforms like Google Meet and Teams. If you’re on a Zoom call right now, you have her to thank!
Shruti Patel – Chief Product Officer & EVP Business Banking, US Bank
Shruti Patel oversees product strategy at US Bank, bringing fintech, payments, and banking together seamlessly for business clients. Her experience at Shopify and JPMorgan Chase makes her a powerhouse in digital finance.
Sarah Toukan – Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer, Ziina
Sarah Toukan is revolutionizing fintech in the Middle East as the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Ziina, the UAE’s first Y Combinator-backed digital wallet. With a background in mechanical engineering from Stanford, she’s leading the charge in simplifying peer-to-peer payments and financial services across the region. Featured in Forbes Middle East as a top woman in tech, Sarah is driving innovation in the region’s digital finance landscape.
Vrushali Paunikar – CPO, Carta
Vrushali Paunikar is transforming private capital at Carta, making it more connected and efficient. With a background in fintech and SaaS, she’s a leader in automation, fund administration, and investor services, driving innovation in financial infrastructure.
Donna Boyer – Chief Product Officer, WeightWatchers
Donna Boyer is redefining digital health at WeightWatchers, bringing her expertise from Teladoc Health, Stitch Fix, and Airbnb. Her focus on consumer platforms and growth is transforming wellness experiences worldwide.
Sally Matthews - Chief Strategy Officer at Gousto
Sally Matthews is a seasoned C-suite executive and board member with a wealth of experience across finance, product, marketing, and operations. As the Chief Strategy Officer at Gousto, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s growth, expansion, and customer experience strategy. Previously serving as Chief Product Officer, she led innovations in product development, supply chain optimization, and customer engagement. Before joining Gousto, Sally held senior leadership roles at Tesco, Unilever, and The AA, bringing a strong strategic and financial acumen to her work. Known for her data-driven decision-making and leadership in digital transformation, Sally continues to drive impactful change in the e-commerce and food-tech industries.
Nitasha Walia – Chief Product Officer, Thrive Global
Nitasha Walia is driving innovation in well-being and productivity at Thrive Global, leading product, engineering, and design teams. A founding PM at Zoom, she played a key role in scaling Zoom Meetings during the pandemic. With experience at Google, Cisco, and Citrix, she blends AI, collaboration, and health-tech to create high-growth, user-centric products. Recognized as a Top 50 Women CPO, she is shaping the future of digital transformation.
Debbie McMahon – Interim Chief Product Officer, Financial Times
Debbie McMahon is a strategic product leader driving innovation at the Financial Times, where she leads a team of 100 product, design, and research professionals. With a track record of launching game-changing digital products, optimizing engagement, and scaling B2B and B2C strategies, she’s shaping the future of media and content. Previously, she spearheaded growth at BBC, transforming digital experiences for millions.
Tanya Cordrey – Chief Product Officer, Motorway
Tanya Cordrey is a powerhouse in digital product leadership, currently shaping the future of online car marketplaces as CPO at Motorway. With previous experience as VP of Product at Instagram, she brings a track record of scaling high-growth businesses and driving innovation. A champion of user-first experiences, she blends strategy and execution to build teams and products that deliver impact.
Sonny Patel – Chief Product & Technology Officer, Socotra
Sonny Patel is driving innovation in the insurance industry at Socotra with her expertise from Dell, Microsoft, and Amazon. She’s on a mission to modernize cloud-based platforms for insurers.
Genevieve Wang – Chief Product Officer, GrubMarket Inc.
Genevieve Wang is driving AI, eCommerce, and ERP innovations at GrubMarket Inc., transforming the food supply chain industry. With deep SaaS and business model innovation expertise, she’s changing how food tech operates.
Karyn Hillman – Chief Product Officer, Levi Strauss & Co.
Karyn Hillman is the creative force behind Levi’s product design, innovation, and merchandising. With 25+ years in retail, she's a mastermind at building global brands and making denim magic happen.
Simonetta Turek – Chief Product Officer, Medallia
Simonetta Turek is a global leader in customer experience transformation, overseeing large-scale teams across 40+ markets. With past leadership roles at Twilio and Goldman Sachs, she’s driving Medallia’s mission to elevate customer insights.
Eunice Kim – Chief Product Officer, Netflix
Eunice Kim is leading innovation at Netflix as Chief Product Officer, driving the future of entertainment and consumer experiences. With a background in product strategy and growth at YouTube and Google Play, she is shaping the evolution of streaming, gaming, and live content. Her expertise spans personalization, AI-driven recommendations, and commerce features, ensuring Netflix remains at the forefront of digital entertainment.
Sheryl McKenzie – Chief Product Officer, Western Union
Sheryl McKenzie is leading Western Union’s omni-channel product vision, shaping the future of global money transfers. With a career spanning Mastercard, Bread Financial, and American Express, she’s all about digital transformation.
Michelle Parsons – Chief Product Officer, Lex
Michelle Parsons is shaping the future of social connection at Lex, an inclusive platform for the LGBTQ+ community. With a killer resume that includes Hinge, Spotify, Netflix, and Kayak, she’s all about user engagement and innovation.
Sareena Dalla Brookshire – Chief Product Officer, BNY Pershing
Sareena Dalla Brookshire is leading wealth and investment modernization at BNY Pershing. With experience at Vanguard and BlackRock, she’s a fintech powerhouse shaping the next generation of financial products.
Who Else Belongs on This List?
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