OpenAI Names Jill Hazelbaker as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer

OpenAI has appointed Jill Hazelbaker, who most recently served as President and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Uber, as its Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. The appointment strengthens the company’s leadership in global communications, corporate positioning and stakeholder engagement.

Announced on November 3, 2026, Hazelbaker’s appointment comes as OpenAI continues to expand its global presence and engage with stakeholders on the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI).

In her new role, Hazelbaker will work closely with OpenAI’s leadership team to deepen public understanding of AI and build trust in the company’s mission. She brings nearly two decades of experience advising technology companies and political leaders, with expertise spanning business transformation, regulatory challenges and corporate reputation management.

Jill Hazelbaker’s Leadership Experience at Uber

Hazelbaker spent more than a decade at Uber, most recently serving as President and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. In that role, she oversaw global communications, marketing, public policy, safety and people functions.

During her tenure, she played a key role in shaping Uber’s corporate reputation and supporting its evolution into a global technology platform.

Experience Across Snap and Google

Before joining Uber, Hazelbaker led communications and public policy at Snap. She also held senior leadership positions at Google, where her responsibilities included global corporate communications, communications across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and government relations in Europe.

Her experience across major technology companies has involved navigating complex corporate, regulatory and public-policy environments.

Early Career in US Politics

Hazelbaker began her career in US politics, holding leadership positions in local, state and national campaigns.

She served as National Communications Director and Chief Spokesperson for Senator John McCain’s 2008 presidential campaign. She also worked as Press Secretary to former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.

OpenAI Highlights the Importance of Public Trust in AI

Welcoming the appointment, Greg Brockman, Co-founder and President of OpenAI, said that as AI becomes increasingly integrated into everyday life, effective communication and public trust are becoming more important.

“As AI becomes part of more people’s lives, how we communicate, engage, and earn public trust has never been more important. Jill brings exceptional judgment, seasoned leadership, and a deep understanding of the opportunities and responsibilities that come with building technology at global scale,” Brockman said.

Hazelbaker’s appointment adds extensive corporate affairs, communications and public-policy experience to OpenAI’s leadership as the company continues to navigate the opportunities and responsibilities associated with AI development and adoption.