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OpenAI CRO Denise Dresser resigns, marking second major executive departure in days

·2026.08.14 09:00

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OpenAI's Chief Revenue Officer **Denise Dresser** has resigned, marking the second major executive departure from the company within a few days.

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Denise Dresser, the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of OpenAI, is leaving the company after eight months. She will be succeeded by Dali Rajic, former President and COO of cybersecurity firm Wiz.

This resignation follows the departure of Brad Lightcap just days ago, marking the second major executive exit. Lightcap was a long-time colleague of Sam Altman and a key figure who worked at OpenAI for eight years.

Dresser's departure could be a significant variable for OpenAI as it prepares for an IPO. She was recruited based on her expertise from Salesforce to help compete against rival Anthropic.

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