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April 3, 2026
OpenAI executive shuffle includes new role for COO Brad Lightcap to lead 'special projects'
In addition to Lightcap's new job, OpenAI CMO Kate Rouch will be stepping away from the company to focus on cancer recovery, with a plan to return when her health allows.
TL;DR
- COO Brad Lightcap is moving to a new role leading 'special projects,' reporting directly to CEO Sam Altman.
- Interim COO duties will be handled by Denise Dresser, former Slack CEO.
- CEO Fidji Simo is taking medical leave for several weeks due to a neuroimmune condition.
- Co-founder and president Greg Brockman will manage product during Simo's leave.
- CMO Kate Rouch is stepping down to focus on cancer recovery and plans to return in a different role.
- OpenAI has expressed confidence in its leadership team's ability to maintain continuity and momentum.
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