Diesta, the pioneering payment operations platform transforming the insurance industry, today announced the appointment of Piers Williams as chief revenue officer (CRO) effective immediately. In his new role, Piers will lead Diesta’s sales team, commercial strategy and revenue operations, driving growth as the company builds on its strong momentum heading into 2026.
Piers Williams is a recognised insurtech and insurance payments industry figure. With more than a decade of experience across fintech and insurance technology, he has successfully led businesses to develop innovative products and grow across international insurance markets. His appointment further strengthens Diesta’s leadership team at a pivotal stage in the company’s journey, adding deep sector expertise and commercial experience scaling SaaS business.
2025 has been a landmark year for Diesta, marked by the launch of its next-generation Diesta 2.0 platform, significant investment in team expansion, and over 1,500% year-on-year revenue growth. Building on this momentum, the company is now entering its next phase of growth, with a focus on further adding to the platform’s features, accelerating adoption across the insurance value chain and expanding into new international markets.
“I’m delighted to welcome Piers to the team,” said Julian Schoemig, CEO of Diesta. “His experience will be invaluable as we continue executing on our vision to reshape how premium payments move within the insurance industry. We believe the future of insurance lies in a faster, more efficient flow of funds between partners, enabled by bespoke solutions created by industry insiders.”
“It’s a privilege to be working alongside such a talented team,” said Piers Williams, CRO of Diesta. “The company’s momentum is exceptional, and I’m excited to play a part in shaping the future of insurance premium payments.”
Diesta looks ahead to an ambitious 2026 as it continues to redefine how insurers, brokers and MGAs manage premium payments, eliminate manual processes, and deliver greater efficiency across the industry.