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Claire Hughes Johnson

Former COO at Stripe & VP at Google

Claire Hughes Johnson is included in this editorial directory because their public record shows meaningful work in product leadership, coaching, or advisory practice. Claire Hughes Johnson is a corporate officer and advisor at Stripe, where she served as COO for seven years. She is the author of 'Scaling People: Tactics for Management and Company Building'. Before Stripe, she spent ten years at Google in various leadership roles, including VP of Global Online Sales and Operations. This profile is most relevant for people who need help with Team Leadership, Product Strategy, Organizational Design and want to compare perspectives grounded in real operating experience rather than generic product career advice. Their background at Stripe is a useful signal for buyers who need context on company stage, decision scope, and the kind of PM challenges this person is likely to understand well. Public signals we rely on for this summary include professional profiles, official websites, writing, talks, or company biographies. Source-backed highlights include Scaled Stripe from 160 to over 7,000 employees as COO. Author of 'Scaling People', a widely cited management book. Former VP at Google leading multi-billion dollar business units. Board member at HubSpot, Ameriprise Financial, and Atlantic Media. The frameworks, domains, and tools most associated with their public work include Leadership Frameworks, Org Design, Operational Excellence, Performance Management, Hiring Systems. Use this page as an editorial starting point. Review the linked sources, compare them with adjacent coaches and specialties, and treat the summary as a structured aid for diligence rather than an endorsement. If you need current pricing, availability, or engagement details, confirm them directly through the person or company behind the profile.

Background

Stripe

Experience

20+ years

Pricing

$800 per session

Availability

Accepting clients

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Who this coach is best for

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Public background and specializations

Claire Hughes Johnson is a corporate officer and advisor at Stripe, where she served as COO for seven years. She is the author of 'Scaling People: Tactics for Management and Company Building'. Before Stripe, she spent ten years at Google in various leadership roles, including VP of Global Online Sales and Operations.

  • Scaled Stripe from 160 to over 7,000 employees as COO
  • Author of 'Scaling People', a widely cited management book
  • Former VP at Google leading multi-billion dollar business units
  • Board member at HubSpot, Ameriprise Financial, and Atlantic Media

What they can likely help with

Team LeadershipProduct StrategyOrganizational DesignScaling OperationsLeadership FrameworksOrg DesignOperational ExcellencePerformance ManagementHiring Systems