Jon Alferness
Jon Alferness is a seasoned Silicon Valley product and technology executive with over 20 years of experience, known for his expertise in building and scaling businesses through innovative product development. With a track record of leading cross-functional teams, Jon has successfully navigated a variety of industries, driving impactful growth and transformation.
Most recently, Jon served as the EVP and Chief Product Officer at Walmart US, where he led diverse product teams across E-commerce, Financial Services, Health & Wellness, Merchant Tools, and Last Mile Delivery, among other verticals. His leadership was instrumental in uniting these disciplines to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
Prior to Walmart, Jon was the CPO and EVP of Technology at Varo Bank, where he spearheaded engineering, product design, and data science initiatives, advancing the company’s mission to provide inclusive banking for all. He also held a key leadership role as Vice President of Rideshare at Lyft, where he oversaw product strategy, development, and revenue growth, contributing to the rapid expansion of the ridesharing platform.
Jon’s career began at Google, where he spent 13 years in product management roles. As Vice President of Product Management, he played a pivotal role in the development of Google Ads across Search, Mobile, Shopping, and Travel, driving innovations that shaped the digital advertising landscape.