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OpenAI Restructures Leadership as COO Brad Lightcap Takes Expanded Role

The company shifts operational and research focus, with new partnerships for its $500-billion Stargate project shaping its global AI ambitions.

OpenAI Chief Operating Officer Brad Lightcap speaks at a press conference about the opening of its first Asia office in Tokyo, Japan April 15, 2024. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s video message is projected next to Chief Operating Officer Brad Lightcap at a press conference about the opening of its first Asia office in Tokyo, Japan April 15, 2024. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo
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Overview

  • Brad Lightcap, OpenAI's COO, now oversees business operations, global deployment, and key partnerships in his expanded role.
  • CEO Sam Altman will concentrate on technical and research priorities, reflecting a strategic leadership pivot.
  • OpenAI has partnered with SoftBank and Oracle on the $500-billion Stargate project to build a global network of AI-focused data centers.
  • Mark Chen, OpenAI's Chief Research Officer, will integrate research and product development to align with the company's commercial goals.
  • Julia Villagra is confirmed as Chief People Officer, a role she has held since June 2024 according to her LinkedIn profile.