Susan Wojcicki, the longtime leader of YouTube, has announced her plan to step aside from the CEO role and begin a new chapter focused on family, health, and personal projects she cares about. After many years at the helm, this marks a deliberate shift in leadership for the video platform that sits at the core of Alphabet’s online ecosystem.
In a formal message, Wojcicki explained that her departure from daily management comes after a quarter of a century with the company. The move is framed as a personal choice to devote time to loved ones, wellbeing, and pursuits that have always sparked her curiosity and passion, while ensuring a smooth transition for YouTube and its community of creators and partners.
Neal Mohan will step into the role of YouTube CEO. In the near term, Wojcicki will support the transition by collaborating with various YouTube teams, helping onboard new leadership, and personally connecting with creators to uphold the platform’s momentum and mission during the handover.
Looking further ahead, Wojcicki has arranged an advisory role with Google and Alphabet, enabling her to share insights drawn from years of experience across the company’s diverse lines of business. This arrangement will allow her to continue contributing guidance on strategic decisions and long-term initiatives without the day-to-day responsibilities of running YouTube.