I am heartbroken that the world has lost Susan Wojcicki. She was my friend, my mentor, my board member. Rarely can we say someone changed the lives of millions. But that’s exactly what she did. She was of course an exceptional visionary in tech and business, but she was just the same when it came to girls’ education and world change. She wanted better for all of us. During my years as CEO of Room to Read, I have been so fortunate to enjoy time with Susan. During our chapter working together we grew Room to Read’s impact 4x. She made room for me during her most difficult and trying moments. She believed our mission mattered. She encouraged us as an organization and me as a leader, to be bolder and braver. She inspired me to move forward when I was losing faith. She told me to stop and breathe in the fresh air. She told me to hold my children close. She wanted "She Creates Change" to reach every corner of this globe – so all girls could recognize possibility. I will remember everything she taught me.
Susan, alongside the millions of children who will forever benefit from your kindness and your Room to Read family, I promise to make your legacy beautiful and lasting. Every time a young woman believes that #SheCreatesChange I will think of you.
Thank you, Susan. I love you…G