November 3, 2026
CompanyOpenAI appoints Jill Hazelbaker as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer
Jill Hazelbaker will join OpenAI as Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, leading the company’s global communications and corporate positioning.
Jill will work closely with leaders across OpenAI to deepen public understanding of AI and strengthen trust in its mission. She brings nearly two decades of experience advising technology companies and political leaders, helping them navigate periods of extraordinary growth and some of their most consequential challenges.
Most recently, Jill served as President and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Uber, where she helped lead the company’s transformation from an ambitious startup into one of the world’s largest global technology platforms.
Jill’s appointment reflects OpenAI’s commitment to investing in the leadership and capabilities needed to engage more deeply with the people and institutions shaping AI’s future.
“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. She’s exactly the kind of leader we need for this next chapter, and I’m thrilled to welcome her to OpenAI.”
“AI represents the most profound technological shift of our lifetime. The stakes are enormous, the possibilities are extraordinary, and the work of building public trust has never been more consequential. I could not be more excited to work alongside Sam, Greg, and the outstanding team they’ve assembled to help OpenAI meet the moment.”
Jill Hazelbaker joins OpenAI from Uber, where she served as President and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, overseeing the company’s global communications, marketing, public policy, safety, and people teams. During her decade at Uber, she played a central role in shaping the company’s reputation, navigating complex regulatory and reputational challenges, and building the capabilities needed to support its growth around the world.
Before joining Uber, Jill led communications and public policy at Snap. Earlier, she held senior leadership roles at Google, overseeing corporate communications globally, communications across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and government relations in Europe.
Jill began her career in U.S. politics, serving in leadership roles on local, state, and national campaigns. She was National Communications Director and Chief Spokesperson for Senator John McCain’s 2008 presidential campaign and Press Secretary to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
