OpenAI President Greg Brockman strengthens his leadership as Fidji Simo steps down due to illness, consolidating power ahead of the company's anticipated IPO.
Brockman is OpenAI's President and co-founder
Jul 11, 2026
11:05 am
What's the storyOpenAI's President and co-founder, Greg Brockman, is set to lead the company's key products after Fidji Simo's departure.
Simo, who served as OpenAI's product and business chief for nearly a year, has stepped down due to chronic illness.
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