August 10th 2024.
It was a sad day in New Delhi when Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet and Google, announced the passing of Susan Wojcicki. After bravely battling cancer for two years, Wojcicki, a key figure in Google's history, had tragically passed away. Pichai shared the heartbreaking news on social media and expressed his deep sorrow over losing his dear friend.
Wojcicki was an integral part of shaping YouTube's trajectory and her contributions were invaluable. Pichai described her as an incredible person, leader, and friend who had a profound impact on the world. He also mentioned that he, along with countless others at Google, were fortunate to have known Wojcicki and would miss her dearly. Pichai extended his thoughts and prayers to her family during this difficult time.
As one of Google's earliest employees, Wojcicki was recognized for her groundbreaking work on AdSense with a prestigious 'Google Founders Award'. Her contributions to Google's advertising efforts were instrumental in its success. During her tenure as CEO of YouTube, she oversaw the platform's growth into a global powerhouse, influencing millions of content creators and billions of viewers.
Wojcicki's legacy extends far beyond the products she helped develop. She was also a strong advocate for women in the tech industry, making her a role model for aspiring leaders around the world. In February 2023, Indian-American Neal Mohan was appointed as the new CEO of YouTube after Wojcicki announced her decision to step down after 25 years at the company.
Throughout her time at Google, Wojcicki held various roles, including managing marketing, co-creating Google Image Search, and leading the development of Google's first Video and Book search. She was also involved in the early stages of AdSense and played a pivotal role in the YouTube and DoubleClick acquisitions. As Senior Vice President of Ads, Wojcicki's impact on Google's success was immeasurable.
The news of Wojcicki's passing is a great loss for the tech community and her contributions will always be remembered. Her legacy will live on through her work and her unwavering determination to pave the way for women in tech. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Susan.
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