Maya Pochiraju

Maya Pochiraju is currently the Chief Product Officer at The Contract Network.1 Previously, she served as the Vice President of Product at Payability, where she led product innovation and was based in the company's New York headquarters.5 Maya has a diverse background in economics, information science, product management, technology, and business analysis.

Maya holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in both Economics and Information Science from Cornell University.13 Her career journey includes roles at notable companies such as The Blackstone Group, where she worked as a Vice President in the Innovations Group, driving firm-wide strategic technology programs.3

Beyond her professional achievements, Maya is committed to mentoring and volunteering. She has been involved with StreetWise Partners since 2017 as a mentor and lead volunteer, joining their Program Committee in 2018 and becoming a member of the Board of Directors in May 2020.34

During her time at Payability, Maya addressed challenges faced by retailers during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly focusing on the shift to online business.267 Her expertise in product management and technology has been instrumental in driving innovation and growth in the fintech sector.