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OpenAI’s Private Equity Ambitions Grow With Morgan Stanley Executive Hire

Jul 27, 2026 · 05:24 PM ET· updated 2h ago
OpenAI’s Private Equity Ambitions Grow With Morgan Stanley Executive Hire

Sam Altman's OpenAI has hired former Morgan Stanley managing director Alisha Lehr for a private equity-focused role.

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OpenAI hired an experienced finance person from a big investment bank to help with deals and investments. This shows the company is planning to invest in other businesses, which is a normal way companies grow—but it doesn't tell us if OpenAI itself is doing better or worse.

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