OpenAI Restructures Leadership as Sam Altman Refocuses on AI Research

COO Brad Lightcap takes on expanded operational duties while OpenAI promotes key executives to support global growth and innovation.

COO Brad Lightcap will now oversee OpenAI's day-to-day operations, global expansion, and partnerships with major tech companies like Microsoft and Apple.
CEO Sam Altman is shifting his focus to advancing OpenAI's research and product development, stepping back from operational leadership.
Mark Chen has been promoted to Chief Research Officer, tasked with integrating research and product development to accelerate scientific progress.
Julia Villagra has been elevated to Chief People Officer to address scaling challenges and foster a culture aligned with OpenAI's global expansion.
The leadership changes come as OpenAI transitions to a for-profit model and pursues ambitious AI infrastructure projects and international growth.