Susan Wojcicki, the CEO of YouTube, announced today that she is stepping down from her role after almost nine years in charge. Wojcicki has had an impressive career at Google, and she played a pivotal role in the development and success of YouTube. Wojcicki joined Google in 1999, and in 2006, she became the Senior Vice President of Advertising and Commerce. She was then appointed CEO of YouTube in 2014.
During her tenure as the CEO of YouTube, Wojcicki oversaw the platform’s growth into one of the world’s largest and most influential social media networks. She helped develop new features and products that have revolutionized the way people consume and share video content. Wojcicki also led the company through a number of significant challenges, including the issue of brand safety and the ongoing struggle to combat misinformation and hate speech.
In her farewell message, Wojcicki expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to lead YouTube and work with such a talented team. She said that the time is right for her to step back from her role and focus on her family, health, and personal projects. Wojcicki is confident that the leadership team she has assembled at YouTube, led by Neal Mohan, is well-equipped to take the company forward.
