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'''Neal Mohan''' (born July 14, 1973) is an American business executive serving as the chief executive officer of [[YouTube]], the online video sharing and social media platform owned by [[Alphabet Inc.]] He assumed the role in February 2023, succeeding [[Susan Wojcicki]], who had led YouTube since 2014.<ref name="reuters">{{cite news |date=2023-02-16 |title=YouTube CEO Wojcicki steps down |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216175940/https://www.reuters.com/technology/youtube-ceo-wojcicki-steps-down-2023-02-16/ |work=Reuters |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Born in [[Lafayette, Indiana]], Mohan spent portions of his childhood in the United States and India before attending [[Stanford University]], where he earned degrees in electrical engineering and business administration. His career in digital advertising began in the late 1990s at a startup called NetGravity, which was later acquired by [[DoubleClick]]. When [[Google]] purchased DoubleClick in 2007, Mohan joined Google and eventually rose to become one of the company's most valued executives. At YouTube, he served as chief product officer before being elevated to the top position. Under his leadership, YouTube has expanded its presence in connected television, short-form video, creator monetization, and artificial intelligence–driven content tools. In December 2025, ''[[Time (magazine)|TIME]]'' named Mohan its CEO of the Year for 2025, citing his stewardship of YouTube's growth as a dominant force in television and digital video.<ref name="time-ceo">{{cite news |date=2025-12-08 |title=Neal Mohan: CEO of the Year 2025 |url=https://time.com/7338621/ceo-of-the-year-2025-neal-mohan/ |work=TIME |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
'''Neal Mohan''' (born July 14, 1973) is an American business executive serving as the [[chief executive officer]] of [[YouTube]], the global online video sharing and social media platform owned by [[Alphabet Inc.]] He assumed the role in February 2023, succeeding [[Susan Wojcicki]], who had led the platform for nearly a decade.<ref name="reuters">{{cite news |date=2023-02-16 |title=YouTube CEO Wojcicki steps down |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216175940/https://www.reuters.com/technology/youtube-ceo-wojcicki-steps-down-2023-02-16/ |work=Reuters |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Born in [[Lafayette, Indiana]], Mohan spent parts of his childhood in [[India]] before returning to the United States to attend [[Stanford University]], where he earned degrees in electrical engineering and business administration.<ref name="toi">{{cite web |title=Who is Neal Mohan, an Indian-American to become CEO of YouTube |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216195120/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/who-is-neal-mohan-an-indian-american-to-become-ceo-of-youtube/articleshow/97991000.cms?from=mdr |publisher=The Times of India |date=2023-02-16 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Before joining YouTube, Mohan built his career in digital advertising, playing central roles at the startup NetGravity, at [[DoubleClick]], and subsequently at [[Google]] following its acquisition of DoubleClick in 2007.<ref name="fastcompany-6things">{{cite news |date=2023-02-16 |title=Neal Mohan is the new YouTube chief: 6 things to know |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216223724/https://www.fastcompany.com/90851828/neal-mohan-new-youtube-chief-6-things-to-know |work=Fast Company |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> As YouTube's chief product officer from 2015 onward, he oversaw the development and launch of several major product lines, including [[YouTube TV]], [[YouTube Music]], [[YouTube Premium]], and [[YouTube Shorts]].<ref name="fastcompany-features">{{cite news |date=2021-02-01 |title=YouTube new features: Shorts, chapters, YouTube TV, YouTube Kids |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220706080743/https://www.fastcompany.com/90605104/youtube-new-features-shorts-chapters-youtube-tv-youtube-kids |work=Fast Company |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> In December 2025, [[TIME (magazine)|TIME]] named Mohan its CEO of the Year for 2025.<ref name="time-ceo">{{cite news |last= |first= |date=2025-12-08 |title=Neal Mohan: CEO of the Year 2025 |url=https://time.com/7338621/ceo-of-the-year-2025-neal-mohan/ |work=TIME |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Early life ==
== Early Life ==


Neal Mohan was born on July 14, 1973, in [[Lafayette, Indiana]].<ref name="fastcompany-6things">{{cite news |title=Neal Mohan is the new YouTube chief: 6 things to know |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216223724/https://www.fastcompany.com/90851828/neal-mohan-new-youtube-chief-6-things-to-know |work=Fast Company |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He is of Indian descent and holds American nationality.<ref name="abplive">{{cite news |title=Who Is Neal Mohan? Indian-American To Replace YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230217032219/https://news.abplive.com/technology/who-is-neal-mohan-indian-american-to-replace-youtube-ceo-susan-wojcicki-google-1582708 |work=ABP Live |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> He spent most of his early childhood growing up in the United States before his family moved to India in 1985.<ref name="toi">{{cite news |title=Who is Neal Mohan, an Indian-American to become CEO of YouTube |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216195120/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/who-is-neal-mohan-an-indian-american-to-become-ceo-of-youtube/articleshow/97991000.cms?from=mdr |work=The Times of India |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Mohan spent several years in India during his adolescence before returning to the United States in 1992 to pursue higher education.<ref name="toi" />
Neal Mohan was born on July 14, 1973, in [[Lafayette, Indiana]].<ref name="toi" /> He spent most of his early childhood growing up in the United States before his family relocated to [[India]] in 1985, when he was approximately twelve years old.<ref name="abplive">{{cite web |title=Who Is Neal Mohan? Indian-American To Replace YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230217032219/https://news.abplive.com/technology/who-is-neal-mohan-indian-american-to-replace-youtube-ceo-susan-wojcicki-google-1582708 |publisher=ABP Live |date=2023-02-17 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> Mohan is of Indian descent, and his family's move to India provided him with formative years spent in the country before he returned to the United States to pursue higher education.<ref name="businessinsider-in">{{cite web |title=Neal Mohan: Indian-American guy's journey to becoming YouTube CEO |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230217071907/https://www.businessinsider.in/thelife/personalities/news/neal-mohan-indian-american-guy-journey-to-becoming-youtube-ceo/slidelist/98001073.cms |publisher=Business Insider India |date=2023-02-17 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


The experience of growing up across two countries provided Mohan with a cross-cultural perspective. Reports have noted that his upbringing in both the United States and India informed his later approach to building global technology products.<ref name="businessinsider-in">{{cite news |title=Neal Mohan: Indian-American guy's journey to becoming YouTube CEO |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230217071907/https://www.businessinsider.in/thelife/personalities/news/neal-mohan-indian-american-guy-journey-to-becoming-youtube-ceo/slidelist/98001073.cms |work=Business Insider India |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In 1992, Mohan moved back to the United States to begin his undergraduate studies.<ref name="toi" /> The experience of living in both countries during his formative years shaped Mohan's perspective. His background as an [[Indian Americans|Indian American]] has been widely noted in media coverage, particularly following his appointment as YouTube CEO.<ref name="abplive" /><ref name="businessinsider-in" />


== Education ==
== Education ==


Mohan enrolled at [[Stanford University]] after returning to the United States in 1992.<ref name="toi" /> He studied electrical engineering and graduated with a [[Bachelor of Science]] degree in 1996.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /><ref name="toi" /> He later returned to Stanford to pursue a [[Master of Business Administration]] (MBA), beginning the program around 2003.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> Stanford's location in the heart of [[Silicon Valley]] placed Mohan at the center of the technology industry during a period of rapid growth in internet-based businesses.
Mohan attended [[Stanford University]], located in [[Stanford, California]], where he pursued a degree in [[electrical engineering]]. He graduated with a [[Bachelor of Science]] in 1996.<ref name="toi" /><ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> He later returned to Stanford in 2003 to pursue a [[Master of Business Administration]] (MBA), which he completed before re-entering the technology industry.<ref name="businessinsider-in" /> His dual academic background in engineering and business provided a foundation for his subsequent career spanning both the technical and commercial aspects of the digital advertising and online media industries.


== Career ==
== Career ==
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=== Early career and NetGravity ===
=== Early career and NetGravity ===


After completing his undergraduate degree at Stanford in 1996, Mohan began his professional career at [[Accenture]], the global management consulting and professional services firm.<ref name="toi" /><ref name="businessinsider-in" /> He subsequently left Accenture to join NetGravity, a startup company focused on online advertising technology.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> NetGravity was among the early companies building tools to manage and serve advertisements on the internet during the late 1990s dot-com era. Mohan became a prominent figure within the company and gained experience in the nascent field of digital advertising infrastructure.<ref name="toi" />
After graduating from Stanford with his undergraduate degree in 1996, Mohan began his career at [[Accenture]], the global management consulting and professional services firm.<ref name="toi" /> He subsequently left Accenture to join NetGravity, an early-stage startup focused on online advertising technology.<ref name="businessinsider-in" /> At NetGravity, Mohan quickly established himself as a notable contributor within the company. NetGravity operated in the nascent digital advertising space during the late 1990s, a period of rapid growth and experimentation in internet-based commerce and media.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" />


In 1997, NetGravity was acquired by [[DoubleClick]], a larger digital advertising company that was becoming a major player in the online ad industry.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> DoubleClick itself had acquired another company, Abacus Direct, in 1999, a merger that later created significant complications for the firm due to privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny surrounding the combination of online tracking data with offline consumer databases.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> The fallout from the Abacus Direct acquisition eventually led to the merger being effectively unwound, causing upheaval within DoubleClick's leadership and operations.
NetGravity was acquired by [[DoubleClick]] in 1999, bringing Mohan into one of the most prominent companies in the online advertising industry at the time.<ref name="toi" />


=== DoubleClick ===
=== DoubleClick ===


After completing his MBA at Stanford, Mohan was recruited back to DoubleClick in 2005 by David Rosenblatt, who had become the company's new CEO in the wake of the organizational restructuring that followed the Abacus Direct controversy.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> Mohan and Rosenblatt worked together to reorient DoubleClick's strategy, devising a plan that focused the company on its core ad-serving technology business. This strategic plan was later described as having a lasting influence on Google's advertising operations after the subsequent acquisition.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" />
DoubleClick, which had acquired NetGravity, subsequently faced significant challenges. In 1999, DoubleClick had also acquired Abacus Direct, a data-driven direct marketing company. The Abacus acquisition triggered privacy concerns and public backlash, which contributed to serious operational and reputational issues for the company. The fallout from the merger was substantial enough that the integration was effectively unwound.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" />


Mohan's work at DoubleClick positioned him as an authority in programmatic advertising and ad technology, fields that would become central to the business models of major internet platforms in the following decade.
In 2003, Mohan returned to Stanford to pursue his MBA. During this period, DoubleClick underwent a leadership change, with David Rosenblatt becoming the company's new CEO in the wake of the company's difficulties. In 2005, after completing his MBA, Mohan was recruited by Rosenblatt to return to DoubleClick.<ref name="businessinsider-in" /> Together, Mohan and Rosenblatt undertook a reorientation of the company, developing a strategic plan that focused DoubleClick's operations and business model. This plan was later reported to still have an influence on Google's advertising operations years after the acquisition.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" />


=== Google ===
=== Google and the DoubleClick acquisition ===


In 2007, Google acquired DoubleClick in a deal that brought Mohan and other DoubleClick executives into the Google organization.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /><ref name="verge-stepping-down">{{cite news |date=2023-02-16 |title=YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki is stepping down, Neal Mohan to replace her |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216185547/https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/16/23602759/youtube-ceo-susan-wojcicki-stepping-down-neal-mohan-google |work=The Verge |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The DoubleClick acquisition was a significant strategic move for Google, largely oriented by Google executive Susan Wojcicki, who at the time oversaw the company's advertising products.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> The deal strengthened Google's position in display advertising and provided the infrastructure that would underpin much of the company's ad technology for years to come.
In 2007, [[Google]] acquired DoubleClick for $3.1 billion, a landmark transaction that significantly expanded Google's display advertising capabilities.<ref name="verge-stepping-down">{{cite news |date=2023-02-16 |title=YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki is stepping down |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216185547/https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/16/23602759/youtube-ceo-susan-wojcicki-stepping-down-neal-mohan-google |work=The Verge |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The acquisition was largely driven by Susan Wojcicki, who was at that time a senior executive at Google responsible for the company's advertising products.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> Mohan transitioned to Google as part of the DoubleClick acquisition and became a senior executive within Google's advertising division.


At Google, Mohan rose through the ranks to become one of the company's most valued employees. A 2013 ''[[Business Insider]]'' report described him as "Google's $100 million man," referencing reports that Google had offered him a substantial compensation package — reportedly in the range of $100 million in stock — to prevent him from leaving for [[Twitter]], which had been aggressively trying to recruit him.<ref name="bi-100m">{{cite news |title=Neal Mohan: Google's $100 million man |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221027193942/https://www.businessinsider.com/neal-mohan-googles-100-million-man-2013-4 |work=Business Insider |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The size of the reported retention package underscored how central Mohan had become to Google's advertising business and its broader product strategy.
At Google, Mohan rose to become a key figure in the company's display advertising business. His role was significant enough that in 2013, [[Business Insider]] reported that Google had offered Mohan a retention package valued at approximately $100 million in stock to prevent him from leaving for [[Twitter]], which had been attempting to recruit him.<ref name="bi-100m">{{cite news |date=2013-04 |title=Neal Mohan: Google's $100 Million Man |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221027193942/https://www.businessinsider.com/neal-mohan-googles-100-million-man-2013-4 |work=Business Insider |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The size of the retention offer underscored Mohan's perceived value to Google's advertising operations and his centrality to the company's revenue-generating capabilities. The episode drew attention across the technology industry and cemented Mohan's reputation as one of the most sought-after executives in digital media.<ref name="bi-100m" />


Mohan and Wojcicki developed a close professional relationship during this period, working together extensively for approximately fifteen years across Google and YouTube.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> Their collaboration began during the DoubleClick integration and continued as both executives took on increasingly prominent roles within the Alphabet corporate structure.
During his years at Google, Mohan worked closely with Wojcicki, a professional relationship that would span approximately fifteen years.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> Their collaboration began during the DoubleClick integration and continued as both executives took on increasingly prominent roles within Google's ecosystem.


=== YouTube: Chief Product Officer ===
=== Chief Product Officer of YouTube ===


In 2015, Mohan transitioned to YouTube, which Wojcicki had been leading as CEO since 2014, to serve as the platform's chief product officer (CPO).<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /><ref name="verge-stepping-down" /> In this role, Mohan oversaw YouTube's product development and was responsible for many of the platform's major strategic initiatives during the late 2010s and early 2020s.
In 2015, Mohan transitioned from Google's advertising division to YouTube, assuming the role of chief product officer (CPO).<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> Wojcicki had become CEO of YouTube in 2014, and she brought Mohan over to lead the platform's product strategy. In this capacity, Mohan was responsible for overseeing the development and launch of several of YouTube's most significant product initiatives during the latter half of the 2010s and into the early 2020s.


Under Mohan's product leadership, YouTube launched and expanded several significant products and features. These included [[YouTube TV]], the platform's live television streaming service; [[YouTube Music]], a dedicated music streaming service; [[YouTube Premium]], a subscription tier offering ad-free viewing and exclusive content; and [[YouTube Shorts]], the platform's short-form video feature designed to compete with [[TikTok]].<ref name="fastcompany-features">{{cite news |title=YouTube's new features: Shorts, chapters, YouTube TV, YouTube Kids |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220706080743/https://www.fastcompany.com/90605104/youtube-new-features-shorts-chapters-youtube-tv-youtube-kids |work=Fast Company |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref><ref name="fastcompany-6things" />
Among the products developed and expanded under Mohan's leadership as CPO were [[YouTube TV]], a live television streaming service; [[YouTube Music]], a music streaming platform; [[YouTube Premium]], a paid subscription service offering ad-free viewing and exclusive content; and [[YouTube Shorts]], a short-form video feature introduced to compete with platforms such as [[TikTok]].<ref name="fastcompany-features" /> These product launches represented YouTube's strategic effort to diversify beyond its core ad-supported video platform and establish footholds in adjacent markets including live television, music streaming, and short-form content.


The launch of YouTube Shorts in particular represented a major strategic pivot for the platform, as short-form vertical video had become the dominant format on competing platforms. Mohan discussed YouTube's product strategy in a February 2022 interview with ''The Verge'', addressing the platform's approach to features including potential integrations with emerging technologies such as [[non-fungible token]]s (NFTs) and the [[metaverse]].<ref name="verge-2022">{{cite news |date=2022-02-10 |title=Vergecast podcast interview: YouTube product features 2022, NFT, metaverse |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216235507/https://www.theverge.com/2022/2/10/22927169/vergecast-podcast-interview-youtube-product-features-2022-nft-metaverse |work=The Verge |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In a 2022 interview on ''The Vergecast'', Mohan discussed YouTube's evolving product strategy, including the platform's approach to emerging technologies such as [[non-fungible token]]s (NFTs) and the [[metaverse]], signaling YouTube's interest in exploring new digital media formats and creator monetization tools.<ref name="vergecast">{{cite news |date=2022-02-10 |title=Vergecast podcast: Interview with YouTube on product features 2022, NFT, metaverse |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216235507/https://www.theverge.com/2022/2/10/22927169/vergecast-podcast-interview-youtube-product-features-2022-nft-metaverse |work=The Verge |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


As CPO, Mohan also played a role in shaping YouTube's content moderation policies and its approach to balancing openness with responsibility — challenges that became increasingly prominent as the platform faced scrutiny over misinformation, harmful content, and its recommendation algorithms.
Throughout his tenure as CPO, Mohan was widely seen within the company and the technology industry as Wojcicki's closest lieutenant and a likely successor. His deep involvement in virtually every major product decision at YouTube positioned him as the natural choice to lead the platform.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" />


=== YouTube: Chief Executive Officer ===
=== CEO of YouTube ===


On February 16, 2023, Susan Wojcicki announced that she was stepping down as CEO of YouTube, and that Mohan would succeed her in the role.<ref name="reuters" /><ref name="verge-stepping-down" /> In a blog post, Wojcicki described the transition as a natural progression, noting her long working relationship with Mohan.<ref name="wojcicki-blog">{{cite web |title=A personal update from Susan |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216230959/https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/a-personal-update-from-susan/ |publisher=YouTube Official Blog |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The announcement made Mohan one of the most prominent Indian-American executives in the technology industry, leading a platform with billions of users worldwide.<ref name="abplive" /><ref name="toi" />
On February 16, 2023, Susan Wojcicki announced that she was stepping down as CEO of YouTube, citing a desire to "start a new chapter focused on my family, health, and personal projects."<ref name="susan-blog">{{cite web |title=A personal update from Susan |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230216230959/https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/a-personal-update-from-susan/ |publisher=YouTube Official Blog |date=2023-02-16 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> In her announcement, Wojcicki named Mohan as her successor, and Alphabet CEO [[Sundar Pichai]] confirmed the appointment.<ref name="reuters" /><ref name="verge-stepping-down" /> The transition was effective immediately, making Mohan the new head of one of the world's largest media platforms.


Upon assuming the CEO role, Mohan inherited a platform that had become one of the largest media properties in the world but also faced significant competitive pressures from short-form video rivals, evolving advertiser demands, and regulatory scrutiny in multiple countries. His tenure has been marked by a focus on several strategic priorities.
Mohan's appointment was covered extensively in both technology and mainstream media. Reports highlighted his long tenure within Google and YouTube, his background in digital advertising, and his role in shaping YouTube's product portfolio over the preceding eight years.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /><ref name="verge-stepping-down" /> His Indian American background was also noted prominently in international coverage, particularly in Indian media outlets.<ref name="abplive" /><ref name="toi" />


==== Connected television and living room viewing ====
==== Strategic direction under Mohan ====


One of Mohan's central strategic themes as CEO has been YouTube's expansion into connected television. Under his leadership, YouTube has positioned itself as a competitor not only to other digital video platforms but also to traditional television networks and streaming services. In his 2026 annual letter, Mohan outlined YouTube's continued push into the living room, describing the platform's ambitions to reinvent the television viewing experience.<ref name="youtube-blog-2026">{{cite web |title=From the CEO: What's coming to YouTube in 2026 |url=https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/the-future-of-youtube-2026/ |publisher=YouTube Official Blog |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> ''TIME'''s recognition of Mohan as CEO of the Year specifically cited his role in leading YouTube "into a new era of TV and video domination."<ref name="time-ceo" />
As CEO, Mohan has emphasized the central role of creators in YouTube's ecosystem. In a January 2026 letter outlining YouTube's priorities for the year, Mohan described creators as "the new stars and studios," framing YouTube's creator community as a force that is overtaking traditional Hollywood entertainment models.<ref name="deadline">{{cite news |date=2026-01 |title=YouTube CEO Neal Mohan Says Creators Are "The New Stars And Studios" |url=https://deadline.com/2026/01/youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-creators-stars-studios-1236691538/ |work=Deadline Hollywood |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> The letter laid out several key areas of focus, including the continued expansion of YouTube's presence in [[connected television]], investments in [[artificial intelligence]] safeguards, enhanced parental controls, and greater transparency around content moderation.<ref name="youtube-blog-2026">{{cite web |title=From the CEO: What's coming to YouTube in 2026 |url=https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/the-future-of-youtube-2026/ |publisher=YouTube Official Blog |date=2026-01 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


==== Creator economy ====
Mohan has also addressed growing concerns about AI-generated content on the platform. In his 2026 annual letter, he discussed YouTube's approach to combating what has been colloquially termed "AI slop"—low-quality content generated through artificial intelligence tools—signaling the platform's intention to prioritize transparency and quality in its content ecosystem.<ref name="thr-2026">{{cite news |date=2026-01 |title=YouTube CEO Neal Mohan's Big Ideas for 2026: More Superstar Creators and Transparency, Less AI Slop |url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-2026-letter-ai-slop-1236479185/ |work=The Hollywood Reporter |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Mohan has placed significant emphasis on YouTube's role as a platform for creators, framing the creator economy as central to the platform's identity and business model. In January 2026, he stated that creators are "the new stars and studios," arguing that YouTube creators are overtaking traditional Hollywood in terms of audience reach and cultural influence.<ref name="deadline">{{cite news |date=2026-01-01 |title=YouTube CEO Neal Mohan Says Creators Are "The New Stars And Studios" |url=https://deadline.com/2026/01/youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-creators-stars-studios-1236691538/ |work=Deadline Hollywood |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> In an interview with Stratechery in September 2025, Mohan discussed YouTube's strategy of "building a stage for creators," describing the platform's approach to providing tools, monetization options, and distribution infrastructure for independent content producers.<ref name="stratechery">{{cite news |date=2025-09-17 |title=An Interview with YouTube CEO Neal Mohan About Building a Stage for Creators |url=https://stratechery.com/2025/an-interview-with-youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-about-building-a-stage-for-creators/ |work=Stratechery |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
YouTube's expansion into the television space has been a notable area of emphasis under Mohan's leadership. The platform has positioned itself as a competitor to traditional television networks and other streaming services, leveraging its vast library of creator content and its YouTube TV live television product.<ref name="time-ceo" /> In a September 2025 interview with ''Stratechery'', Mohan discussed YouTube's strategy of building a "stage for creators," emphasizing the platform's role in enabling individual creators to reach audiences at a scale previously available only through traditional media companies.<ref name="stratechery">{{cite news |last=Thompson |first=Ben |date=2025-09-17 |title=An Interview with YouTube CEO Neal Mohan About Building a Stage for Creators |url=https://stratechery.com/2025/an-interview-with-youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-about-building-a-stage-for-creators/ |work=Stratechery |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


==== Artificial intelligence and content quality ====
Under Mohan's stewardship, YouTube has also continued to develop its advertising business, which remains the platform's primary revenue source. The integration of AI tools into YouTube's advertising and content recommendation systems has been an ongoing initiative, building on Mohan's extensive background in digital advertising from his years at DoubleClick and Google.<ref name="google-blog-2026">{{cite web |title=Check out what YouTube has planned for 2026 |url=https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/youtube/neal-mohan-letter-2026/ |publisher=Google Blog |date=2026-01 |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


During his tenure, Mohan has addressed the challenges posed by artificial intelligence to content platforms, including the proliferation of AI-generated low-quality content. In his 2026 annual letter, he outlined YouTube's approach to AI safeguards and transparency measures designed to combat what has been colloquially termed "AI slop" — low-quality, AI-generated content that can degrade the user experience.<ref name="youtube-blog-2026" /><ref name="thr-2026">{{cite news |date=2026-01-01 |title=YouTube CEO Neal Mohan's Big Ideas for 2026: More Superstar Creators and Transparency, Less AI Slop |url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-2026-letter-ai-slop-1236479185/ |work=The Hollywood Reporter |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref> At the same time, Mohan has promoted the use of AI tools to assist creators in content production and to improve YouTube's recommendation systems.<ref name="google-blog-2026">{{cite web |title=Check out what YouTube has planned for 2026 |url=https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/youtube/neal-mohan-letter-2026/ |publisher=Google Blog |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
== Personal Life ==


==== Parental controls and safety ====
Neal Mohan is an Indian American. He was born in [[Lafayette, Indiana]], and spent part of his childhood in India after his family moved there in 1985.<ref name="abplive" /><ref name="toi" /> He returned to the United States in 1992 to attend Stanford University.<ref name="toi" /> Mohan has maintained a relatively private personal life compared to his public professional profile. Media coverage following his appointment as YouTube CEO focused primarily on his professional background and career trajectory rather than personal details.<ref name="businessinsider-in" />
 
Mohan's 2026 priorities also included enhanced parental controls and safety features on the platform, reflecting ongoing public and regulatory concern about younger users' experiences on major social media and video platforms.<ref name="youtube-blog-2026" />
 
== Personal life ==
 
Mohan is an Indian-American who was born in the United States, spent part of his youth in India, and returned to the U.S. for his education and career.<ref name="toi" /><ref name="abplive" /> He maintains a relatively private personal life. Publicly available reports have focused primarily on his professional career rather than his family or personal interests. He is based in the [[San Francisco Bay Area]], where YouTube and Google's parent company Alphabet are headquartered.<ref name="businessinsider-in" />


== Recognition ==
== Recognition ==


In December 2025, ''[[Time (magazine)|TIME]]'' named Neal Mohan its CEO of the Year for 2025.<ref name="time-ceo" /> The recognition cited his leadership of YouTube during a period of significant growth and transformation, particularly the platform's expansion into connected television and its increasing dominance in the broader video and media landscape.<ref name="time-ceo" /> ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]'' covered the announcement, noting Mohan's role as chief of one of the world's largest media platforms.<ref name="variety-ceo">{{cite news |date=2025-12-08 |title=YouTube's Neal Mohan Named Time CEO of the Year |url=https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/youtube-neal-mohan-time-ceo-of-the-year-1236603198/ |work=Variety |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
In December 2025, [[TIME (magazine)|TIME]] named Mohan its CEO of the Year for 2025.<ref name="time-ceo" /> The recognition cited Mohan's leadership in guiding YouTube into what the publication described as "a new era of TV and video domination."<ref name="time-ceo" /> The award was also reported by [[Variety (magazine)|Variety]] and other major media outlets, reflecting the significance of the recognition within both the technology and entertainment industries.<ref name="variety-ceo">{{cite news |date=2025-12-08 |title=YouTube's Neal Mohan Named Time CEO of the Year |url=https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/youtube-neal-mohan-time-ceo-of-the-year-1236603198/ |work=Variety |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


Earlier in his career, Mohan attracted attention as one of the most valued executives at Google. The 2013 ''Business Insider'' report describing him as "Google's $100 million man" highlighted his perceived indispensability to the company's advertising business and brought him wider public recognition within the technology industry.<ref name="bi-100m" />
Earlier in his career, Mohan's status as one of Google's most valued executives was underscored by the reported $100 million retention package offered to him in 2013 to prevent his departure to Twitter.<ref name="bi-100m" /> While not a formal award, the episode was widely reported and served as a public marker of his standing within the technology industry.


Mohan's appointment as YouTube CEO in 2023 also drew significant media coverage, with Indian and international media outlets noting his status as a prominent Indian-American technology executive.<ref name="abplive" /><ref name="toi" /><ref name="businessinsider-in" /> His rise to lead YouTube was covered by major news organizations including ''Reuters'', ''The Verge'', ''Fast Company'', and the ''Times of India''.<ref name="reuters" /><ref name="verge-stepping-down" /><ref name="fastcompany-6things" /><ref name="toi" />
In January 2026, a reconstruction of YouTube's original watch page was acquired by the [[Victoria and Albert Museum]] (V&A) in London, an acquisition that took place during Mohan's tenure as CEO and reflected the cultural significance YouTube had achieved as a platform.<ref name="va">{{cite news |date=2026-02 |title=Reconstruction of original YouTube page joins V&A collection |url=https://pa.media/blogs/pa-uplifting/reconstruction-of-original-youtube-page-joins-va-collection/ |work=PA Media |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==


Neal Mohan's career trajectory — from a startup in the early days of internet advertising, through the consolidation of the ad technology industry, to the leadership of one of the world's largest video platforms — mirrors the broader evolution of the digital media landscape over three decades. His early work at NetGravity and DoubleClick placed him at the center of the development of programmatic advertising, a field that became foundational to the business models of Google, Facebook, and other major internet companies.
Neal Mohan's career has spanned the development of the modern digital advertising and online media industries. His early work at NetGravity and DoubleClick placed him at the center of the online advertising ecosystem during its formative years in the late 1990s and early 2000s.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" /> The strategic plan he developed with David Rosenblatt at DoubleClick reportedly continued to influence Google's advertising operations long after the 2007 acquisition.<ref name="fastcompany-6things" />


At YouTube, Mohan's product leadership contributed to the platform's diversification beyond its original identity as a user-generated video site. The expansion into live television (YouTube TV), music streaming (YouTube Music), subscription services (YouTube Premium), and short-form video (YouTube Shorts) under his oversight as CPO represented a broadening of YouTube's competitive position across multiple segments of the media industry.<ref name="fastcompany-features" />
At YouTube, Mohan's contributions as chief product officer from 2015 to 2023 helped transform the platform from a primarily ad-supported video hosting site into a diversified media company with products spanning live television, music streaming, subscription services, and short-form video.<ref name="fastcompany-features" /> YouTube TV, YouTube Music, YouTube Premium, and YouTube Shorts each represented significant strategic bets that expanded YouTube's addressable market and competitive positioning.


As CEO, Mohan has positioned YouTube as a central player in the shift from traditional linear television to on-demand and streaming video consumption. His emphasis on the creator economy reflects a broader industry trend in which individual content producers and independent media companies increasingly compete with established studios and networks for audience attention and advertising revenue.<ref name="deadline" /><ref name="stratechery" />
As CEO, Mohan has articulated a vision for YouTube centered on the empowerment of individual creators, the expansion into connected television, and the responsible deployment of artificial intelligence.<ref name="deadline" /><ref name="youtube-blog-2026" /> His framing of creators as "the new stars and studios" represents a continuation and intensification of YouTube's long-standing strategy of positioning itself as a platform for creator-driven content, in contrast to the traditional studio model that has historically dominated the entertainment industry.<ref name="deadline" />


YouTube itself has also entered the cultural heritage sphere during Mohan's tenure. In February 2026, the [[Victoria and Albert Museum]] acquired a reconstruction of the original YouTube watch page for its permanent collection, reflecting the platform's significance in the history of digital culture and media.<ref name="va-museum">{{cite news |date=2026-02-19 |title=Reconstruction of original YouTube page joins V&A collection |url=https://pa.media/blogs/pa-uplifting/reconstruction-of-original-youtube-page-joins-va-collection/ |work=PA Media |access-date=2026-02-24}}</ref>
The TIME CEO of the Year recognition in 2025 reflected an assessment within the media industry that YouTube under Mohan had consolidated its position as one of the dominant platforms in global media consumption.<ref name="time-ceo" /><ref name="variety-ceo" />


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Neal Mohan
Born14 7, 1973
BirthplaceLafayette, Indiana, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationBusiness executive
TitleCEO of YouTube (2023–present)
Known forCEO of YouTube
EducationStanford University (BS, MBA)
AwardsTIME CEO of the Year (2025)
Website[[blog.youtube blog.youtube] Official site]

Neal Mohan (born July 14, 1973) is an American business executive serving as the chief executive officer of YouTube, the global online video sharing and social media platform owned by Alphabet Inc. He assumed the role in February 2023, succeeding Susan Wojcicki, who had led the platform for nearly a decade.[1] Born in Lafayette, Indiana, Mohan spent parts of his childhood in India before returning to the United States to attend Stanford University, where he earned degrees in electrical engineering and business administration.[2] Before joining YouTube, Mohan built his career in digital advertising, playing central roles at the startup NetGravity, at DoubleClick, and subsequently at Google following its acquisition of DoubleClick in 2007.[3] As YouTube's chief product officer from 2015 onward, he oversaw the development and launch of several major product lines, including YouTube TV, YouTube Music, YouTube Premium, and YouTube Shorts.[4] In December 2025, TIME named Mohan its CEO of the Year for 2025.[5]

Early Life

Neal Mohan was born on July 14, 1973, in Lafayette, Indiana.[2] He spent most of his early childhood growing up in the United States before his family relocated to India in 1985, when he was approximately twelve years old.[6] Mohan is of Indian descent, and his family's move to India provided him with formative years spent in the country before he returned to the United States to pursue higher education.[7]

In 1992, Mohan moved back to the United States to begin his undergraduate studies.[2] The experience of living in both countries during his formative years shaped Mohan's perspective. His background as an Indian American has been widely noted in media coverage, particularly following his appointment as YouTube CEO.[6][7]

Education

Mohan attended Stanford University, located in Stanford, California, where he pursued a degree in electrical engineering. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 1996.[2][3] He later returned to Stanford in 2003 to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA), which he completed before re-entering the technology industry.[7] His dual academic background in engineering and business provided a foundation for his subsequent career spanning both the technical and commercial aspects of the digital advertising and online media industries.

Career

Early career and NetGravity

After graduating from Stanford with his undergraduate degree in 1996, Mohan began his career at Accenture, the global management consulting and professional services firm.[2] He subsequently left Accenture to join NetGravity, an early-stage startup focused on online advertising technology.[7] At NetGravity, Mohan quickly established himself as a notable contributor within the company. NetGravity operated in the nascent digital advertising space during the late 1990s, a period of rapid growth and experimentation in internet-based commerce and media.[3]

NetGravity was acquired by DoubleClick in 1999, bringing Mohan into one of the most prominent companies in the online advertising industry at the time.[2]

DoubleClick

DoubleClick, which had acquired NetGravity, subsequently faced significant challenges. In 1999, DoubleClick had also acquired Abacus Direct, a data-driven direct marketing company. The Abacus acquisition triggered privacy concerns and public backlash, which contributed to serious operational and reputational issues for the company. The fallout from the merger was substantial enough that the integration was effectively unwound.[3]

In 2003, Mohan returned to Stanford to pursue his MBA. During this period, DoubleClick underwent a leadership change, with David Rosenblatt becoming the company's new CEO in the wake of the company's difficulties. In 2005, after completing his MBA, Mohan was recruited by Rosenblatt to return to DoubleClick.[7] Together, Mohan and Rosenblatt undertook a reorientation of the company, developing a strategic plan that focused DoubleClick's operations and business model. This plan was later reported to still have an influence on Google's advertising operations years after the acquisition.[3]

Google and the DoubleClick acquisition

In 2007, Google acquired DoubleClick for $3.1 billion, a landmark transaction that significantly expanded Google's display advertising capabilities.[8] The acquisition was largely driven by Susan Wojcicki, who was at that time a senior executive at Google responsible for the company's advertising products.[3] Mohan transitioned to Google as part of the DoubleClick acquisition and became a senior executive within Google's advertising division.

At Google, Mohan rose to become a key figure in the company's display advertising business. His role was significant enough that in 2013, Business Insider reported that Google had offered Mohan a retention package valued at approximately $100 million in stock to prevent him from leaving for Twitter, which had been attempting to recruit him.[9] The size of the retention offer underscored Mohan's perceived value to Google's advertising operations and his centrality to the company's revenue-generating capabilities. The episode drew attention across the technology industry and cemented Mohan's reputation as one of the most sought-after executives in digital media.[9]

During his years at Google, Mohan worked closely with Wojcicki, a professional relationship that would span approximately fifteen years.[3] Their collaboration began during the DoubleClick integration and continued as both executives took on increasingly prominent roles within Google's ecosystem.

Chief Product Officer of YouTube

In 2015, Mohan transitioned from Google's advertising division to YouTube, assuming the role of chief product officer (CPO).[3] Wojcicki had become CEO of YouTube in 2014, and she brought Mohan over to lead the platform's product strategy. In this capacity, Mohan was responsible for overseeing the development and launch of several of YouTube's most significant product initiatives during the latter half of the 2010s and into the early 2020s.

Among the products developed and expanded under Mohan's leadership as CPO were YouTube TV, a live television streaming service; YouTube Music, a music streaming platform; YouTube Premium, a paid subscription service offering ad-free viewing and exclusive content; and YouTube Shorts, a short-form video feature introduced to compete with platforms such as TikTok.[4] These product launches represented YouTube's strategic effort to diversify beyond its core ad-supported video platform and establish footholds in adjacent markets including live television, music streaming, and short-form content.

In a 2022 interview on The Vergecast, Mohan discussed YouTube's evolving product strategy, including the platform's approach to emerging technologies such as non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and the metaverse, signaling YouTube's interest in exploring new digital media formats and creator monetization tools.[10]

Throughout his tenure as CPO, Mohan was widely seen within the company and the technology industry as Wojcicki's closest lieutenant and a likely successor. His deep involvement in virtually every major product decision at YouTube positioned him as the natural choice to lead the platform.[3]

CEO of YouTube

On February 16, 2023, Susan Wojcicki announced that she was stepping down as CEO of YouTube, citing a desire to "start a new chapter focused on my family, health, and personal projects."[11] In her announcement, Wojcicki named Mohan as her successor, and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai confirmed the appointment.[1][8] The transition was effective immediately, making Mohan the new head of one of the world's largest media platforms.

Mohan's appointment was covered extensively in both technology and mainstream media. Reports highlighted his long tenure within Google and YouTube, his background in digital advertising, and his role in shaping YouTube's product portfolio over the preceding eight years.[3][8] His Indian American background was also noted prominently in international coverage, particularly in Indian media outlets.[6][2]

Strategic direction under Mohan

As CEO, Mohan has emphasized the central role of creators in YouTube's ecosystem. In a January 2026 letter outlining YouTube's priorities for the year, Mohan described creators as "the new stars and studios," framing YouTube's creator community as a force that is overtaking traditional Hollywood entertainment models.[12] The letter laid out several key areas of focus, including the continued expansion of YouTube's presence in connected television, investments in artificial intelligence safeguards, enhanced parental controls, and greater transparency around content moderation.[13]

Mohan has also addressed growing concerns about AI-generated content on the platform. In his 2026 annual letter, he discussed YouTube's approach to combating what has been colloquially termed "AI slop"—low-quality content generated through artificial intelligence tools—signaling the platform's intention to prioritize transparency and quality in its content ecosystem.[14]

YouTube's expansion into the television space has been a notable area of emphasis under Mohan's leadership. The platform has positioned itself as a competitor to traditional television networks and other streaming services, leveraging its vast library of creator content and its YouTube TV live television product.[5] In a September 2025 interview with Stratechery, Mohan discussed YouTube's strategy of building a "stage for creators," emphasizing the platform's role in enabling individual creators to reach audiences at a scale previously available only through traditional media companies.[15]

Under Mohan's stewardship, YouTube has also continued to develop its advertising business, which remains the platform's primary revenue source. The integration of AI tools into YouTube's advertising and content recommendation systems has been an ongoing initiative, building on Mohan's extensive background in digital advertising from his years at DoubleClick and Google.[16]

Personal Life

Neal Mohan is an Indian American. He was born in Lafayette, Indiana, and spent part of his childhood in India after his family moved there in 1985.[6][2] He returned to the United States in 1992 to attend Stanford University.[2] Mohan has maintained a relatively private personal life compared to his public professional profile. Media coverage following his appointment as YouTube CEO focused primarily on his professional background and career trajectory rather than personal details.[7]

Recognition

In December 2025, TIME named Mohan its CEO of the Year for 2025.[5] The recognition cited Mohan's leadership in guiding YouTube into what the publication described as "a new era of TV and video domination."[5] The award was also reported by Variety and other major media outlets, reflecting the significance of the recognition within both the technology and entertainment industries.[17]

Earlier in his career, Mohan's status as one of Google's most valued executives was underscored by the reported $100 million retention package offered to him in 2013 to prevent his departure to Twitter.[9] While not a formal award, the episode was widely reported and served as a public marker of his standing within the technology industry.

In January 2026, a reconstruction of YouTube's original watch page was acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London, an acquisition that took place during Mohan's tenure as CEO and reflected the cultural significance YouTube had achieved as a platform.[18]

Legacy

Neal Mohan's career has spanned the development of the modern digital advertising and online media industries. His early work at NetGravity and DoubleClick placed him at the center of the online advertising ecosystem during its formative years in the late 1990s and early 2000s.[3] The strategic plan he developed with David Rosenblatt at DoubleClick reportedly continued to influence Google's advertising operations long after the 2007 acquisition.[3]

At YouTube, Mohan's contributions as chief product officer from 2015 to 2023 helped transform the platform from a primarily ad-supported video hosting site into a diversified media company with products spanning live television, music streaming, subscription services, and short-form video.[4] YouTube TV, YouTube Music, YouTube Premium, and YouTube Shorts each represented significant strategic bets that expanded YouTube's addressable market and competitive positioning.

As CEO, Mohan has articulated a vision for YouTube centered on the empowerment of individual creators, the expansion into connected television, and the responsible deployment of artificial intelligence.[12][13] His framing of creators as "the new stars and studios" represents a continuation and intensification of YouTube's long-standing strategy of positioning itself as a platform for creator-driven content, in contrast to the traditional studio model that has historically dominated the entertainment industry.[12]

The TIME CEO of the Year recognition in 2025 reflected an assessment within the media industry that YouTube under Mohan had consolidated its position as one of the dominant platforms in global media consumption.[5][17]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 "YouTube CEO Wojcicki steps down".Reuters.2023-02-16.https://web.archive.org/web/20230216175940/https://www.reuters.com/technology/youtube-ceo-wojcicki-steps-down-2023-02-16/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 "Who is Neal Mohan, an Indian-American to become CEO of YouTube".The Times of India.2023-02-16.https://web.archive.org/web/20230216195120/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/who-is-neal-mohan-an-indian-american-to-become-ceo-of-youtube/articleshow/97991000.cms?from=mdr.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  3. ↑ 3.00 3.01 3.02 3.03 3.04 3.05 3.06 3.07 3.08 3.09 3.10 3.11 "Neal Mohan is the new YouTube chief: 6 things to know".Fast Company.2023-02-16.https://web.archive.org/web/20230216223724/https://www.fastcompany.com/90851828/neal-mohan-new-youtube-chief-6-things-to-know.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 "YouTube new features: Shorts, chapters, YouTube TV, YouTube Kids".Fast Company.2021-02-01.https://web.archive.org/web/20220706080743/https://www.fastcompany.com/90605104/youtube-new-features-shorts-chapters-youtube-tv-youtube-kids.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 "Neal Mohan: CEO of the Year 2025".TIME.2025-12-08.https://time.com/7338621/ceo-of-the-year-2025-neal-mohan/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 "Who Is Neal Mohan? Indian-American To Replace YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki".ABP Live.2023-02-17.https://web.archive.org/web/20230217032219/https://news.abplive.com/technology/who-is-neal-mohan-indian-american-to-replace-youtube-ceo-susan-wojcicki-google-1582708.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 "Neal Mohan: Indian-American guy's journey to becoming YouTube CEO".Business Insider India.2023-02-17.https://web.archive.org/web/20230217071907/https://www.businessinsider.in/thelife/personalities/news/neal-mohan-indian-american-guy-journey-to-becoming-youtube-ceo/slidelist/98001073.cms.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki is stepping down".The Verge.2023-02-16.https://web.archive.org/web/20230216185547/https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/16/23602759/youtube-ceo-susan-wojcicki-stepping-down-neal-mohan-google.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 "Neal Mohan: Google's $100 Million Man".Business Insider.2013-04.https://web.archive.org/web/20221027193942/https://www.businessinsider.com/neal-mohan-googles-100-million-man-2013-4.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  10. ↑ "Vergecast podcast: Interview with YouTube on product features 2022, NFT, metaverse".The Verge.2022-02-10.https://web.archive.org/web/20230216235507/https://www.theverge.com/2022/2/10/22927169/vergecast-podcast-interview-youtube-product-features-2022-nft-metaverse.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  11. ↑ "A personal update from Susan".YouTube Official Blog.2023-02-16.https://web.archive.org/web/20230216230959/https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/a-personal-update-from-susan/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 "YouTube CEO Neal Mohan Says Creators Are "The New Stars And Studios"".Deadline Hollywood.2026-01.https://deadline.com/2026/01/youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-creators-stars-studios-1236691538/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 "From the CEO: What's coming to YouTube in 2026".YouTube Official Blog.2026-01.https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/the-future-of-youtube-2026/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  14. ↑ "YouTube CEO Neal Mohan's Big Ideas for 2026: More Superstar Creators and Transparency, Less AI Slop".The Hollywood Reporter.2026-01.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-2026-letter-ai-slop-1236479185/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  15. ↑ ThompsonBenBen"An Interview with YouTube CEO Neal Mohan About Building a Stage for Creators".Stratechery.2025-09-17.https://stratechery.com/2025/an-interview-with-youtube-ceo-neal-mohan-about-building-a-stage-for-creators/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  16. ↑ "Check out what YouTube has planned for 2026".Google Blog.2026-01.https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/youtube/neal-mohan-letter-2026/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  17. ↑ 17.0 17.1 "YouTube's Neal Mohan Named Time CEO of the Year".Variety.2025-12-08.https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/youtube-neal-mohan-time-ceo-of-the-year-1236603198/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.
  18. ↑ "Reconstruction of original YouTube page joins V&A collection".PA Media.2026-02.https://pa.media/blogs/pa-uplifting/reconstruction-of-original-youtube-page-joins-va-collection/.Retrieved 2026-02-24.

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