13 executives who left OpenAI in 2026

OpenAI continues to undergo significant leadership shake-ups, with multiple senior executives departing in 2026.Mandel NGAN / AFP via Getty ImagesOpenAI has undergone significant leadership changes, with multiple executives departing in 2026.Notable exits include Denise Dresser, Brad Lightcap, and Fidji Simo.OpenAI also saw reshuffling in its safety operations and ethics teams.OpenAI's revolving door is still spinning.The ChatGPT maker has lost a string of senior leaders in 2026, including forme