Anne Wojcicki

Anne Wojcicki is an American entrepreneur renowned for co-founding 23andMe, a personal genomics company, and driving advancements in direct-to-consumer genetic testing and research partnerships. After co-founding 23andMe in 2006, Anne Wojcicki went on to revolutionize personal genomics and direct-to-consumer genetic testing. Wojcicki, alongside Linda Avey and Paul Cusenza, established the company with a mission to democratize access to genetic information, enabling individuals to gain insights into their ancestry and health risks through accessible DNA testing kits analyzing saliva samples. This groundbreaking approach quickly garnered recognition, with 23andMe’s genome test kit being named ‘Invention of the Year’ by Time magazine in 2008.

In March 2025, she stepped down as CEO of 23andMe, transitioning to a new strategic capacity. Just months later, in June 2025, the TTAM Research Institute, under Wojcicki’s direct leadership, regained control of 23andMe, signaling her continued deep involvement and strategic direction for the company’s future endeavors and sustained innovation in genetic research and consumer health.