Diya Jolly

Diya Jolly is the chief product and technology officer at Xero, a global provider of cloud-based accounting software. Jolly has expertise in product leadership, customer experience, and innovation.

Jolly’s career includes roles at major technology companies, where she contributed to the development and growth of products such as YouTube monetization and Google Home at Google. Her work has focused on scaling products, improving customer experience, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive growth.

At Xero, Jolly leads initiatives to leverage technology for simplifying financial management for small businesses, supporting entrepreneurs and accountants with digital tools. She is active as a public speaker at industry conferences and technology forums, sharing insights on product innovation, digital transformation, and the future of work.

Jolly has received recognition for her contributions to the technology sector, particularly in product development and leadership. She advocates for diversity in technology and openly discusses the challenges faced by women of color in the industry, encouraging inclusion and resilience. Jolly’s career reflects a focus on strategic thinking and delivering value to users in the technology and software sectors.