Mira Murati, who had been with OpenAI for 6 years and took charge of the company in 2017, has resigned. When Sam Altman was temporarily away, it was a turbulent time for the company, and Mira Murati was made the interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mira, known for leading major projects in the field of artificial intelligence, decided to step down after almost six and a half years. She mentioned that she wants to take more time for herself and explore her personal growth.

Mira Murati Thanks the Company

Mira Murati played a key role in making ChatGPT essential for the company and its future. Reflecting on her six and a half years at OpenAI, she said it was an incredible journey, filled with unique opportunities. She expressed her gratitude towards the company, especially Sam Altman and Greg, for trusting her with leadership in this technical organization and supporting her throughout the years.

Mira shared her resignation on the social media platform X, thanking her colleagues for the wonderful time spent at the company.

After her resignation, Sam Altman responded to her post, expressing his heartfelt thanks. He wrote that it’s hard to put into words how important Mira has been for OpenAI. He thanked her for all the support she provided to the company and their mission.

Mira’s resignation comes at a time when two other technical officers have also left the company. She expressed her gratitude to all her colleagues and thanked OpenAI for the opportunities she received during her time there.