Neal Mohan: How YouTube's Indian-Origin CEO Became TIME's 2025 CEO of the Year

Dec 09, 2025 12:36 pm CST

Neal Mohan, YouTube's CEO since 2023, has been named TIME Magazine's 2025 CEO of the Year for transforming the platform into a global cultural powerhouse. From his multicultural upbringing between Michigan and Uttar Pradesh to navigating major legal challenges including a $24.5 million settlement with former President Trump, this Stanford graduate has established himself as one of tech's most influential leaders shaping how billions consume digital content worldwide.