Neo4j's founder and CEO, Emil Eifrem, shares the story of Neo4j's rise to power and growth. He discusses how connected data has a significant impact on various fields, including investigative journalism, supply chain management, and creating an open transparent world. Eifrem highlights the success of graph data science in optimizing supply chains, accelerating vaccine development, and finding cures for diseases like cancer. He emphasizes the importance of making an impact and leaving a legacy that is meaningful and personal.