Pritika Goyal has built a dynamic career at the intersection of product management, technology and business strategy, earning recognition for her ability to scale teams, drive innovation and align complex systems with measurable outcomes. As chief of staff at DoorDash, she leads a cross-functional group of product managers, engineers and data scientists, translating technical capabilities into business impact. Her role involves guiding strategic initiatives across the organization, shaping both the product landscape and the operational approach to growth and performance.
Ms. Goyal’s educational background reflects the intellectual rigor and strategic thinking that define her career. She earned a Master of Business Administration from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. She also holds both a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Science in computer engineering with a concentration in chemical applications from the Indian Institutes of Technology. She further expanded her global perspective through coursework completed at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. This combination of technical depth and business acumen continues to inform her leadership style and product vision.
At DoorDash, Ms. Goyal previously served as head of merchant ads product. In this capacity, she built the company’s advertising product group from the ground up. Beginning with a small and fragmented operation, she developed a team of seven product managers, four of whom emerged as top-tier performers and coordinated a larger cross-functional unit of 100 individuals. Her leadership not only drove a nearly 20-fold increase in business growth but also fostered a resilient and collaborative culture that emphasized cohesion and mutual accountability.
Before her tenure at DoorDash, Ms. Goyal worked at Meta, advancing to group product manager for Instagram and Meta. She was instrumental in executing large-scale initiatives, managing product development efforts across multiple teams and helping shape features that impacted millions of users. Her earlier role at Meta as a product manager provided her with hands-on experience in designing products aligned with user needs and market demand, further reinforcing her versatility and strategic sensibility.
Outside of her corporate responsibilities, Ms. Goyal is active in civic and philanthropic efforts. She served on the board of the YMCA of Greater San Francisco and contributes as an advisor to Be! Fund, an organization focused on supporting social entrepreneurs. Her volunteer work with Inspire Inc. further reflects her commitment to community empowerment and inclusive innovation.
Ms. Goyal is also a sought-after speaker, having shared her insights with aspiring professionals at Product School Inc. Through these engagements, she encourages the next generation of product leaders to pursue excellence while remaining grounded in purpose and service. She enjoys a wide range of personal interests, including reading, photography, exploring global cultures and staying active through badminton and table tennis.
Looking ahead, Ms. Goyal is focused on her aspiration to join the executive leadership ranks, whether by ascending within an established company or launching her own venture. She is deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces and elevating the voices of women in tech and business. Her journey reflects a rare balance of technical expertise, business intelligence and a people-first mindset that continues to shape the future of her organizations.