In a delightful turn of events that highlights the lasting impact of a good teacher, a Bengaluru-based founder named Ishan Sukul shared a heartwarming email exchange on X (formerly Twitter). His grandmother, who once taught a now-Fortune 500 CEO in the sixth grade, casually reached out to him via email in 2023. To her surprise and delight, the CEO responded warmly, reminiscing about her as his “favorite teacher.”
Sukul, the founder of Kreo, posted a screenshot of the email, captioning it: “Love the internet. My Grandma casually emailed a Fortune 500 CEO whom she taught in class 6. And the person responded!”
The grandmother, who reportedly taught French, recalled the CEO as one of her bright students from years ago. In her email, she mentioned meeting his parents and expressed a desire to wish him well in his career, playfully hinting that his memory might be tested by her message.
The CEO’s reply was both personal and touching. “Oh my gosh, so nice to hear from you. I remember you very well – you are my favourite teacher. I hope all is well with you,” he wrote back, rekindling a cherished school memory.
The post quickly resonated with netizens, garnering significant praise for both the grandmother’s thoughtful initiative and the CEO’s gracious acknowledgment. Many users shared similar experiences, emphasizing the profound and enduring influence teachers can have on their students’ lives, regardless of time or achievement.