Fidji Simo
Fidji Simo is the CEO of Applications at OpenAI, where she leads the development and deployment of the company's suite of AI-driven applications, including ChatGPT. Prior to joining OpenAI in 2025, she served as CEO of Instacart, guiding the company through its IPO and subsequent growth. Before her tenure at Instacart, Simo spent over a decade at Facebook, overseeing various product and strategy initiatives.
Career Milestones
- Spent a decade at Facebook from 2011 to 2021, rising to Vice President and Head of the Facebook App, where she oversaw major products and the advertising business.
- Served as CEO of Instacart from 2021 to 2025, leading the company to a successful IPO in 2023, marking a significant milestone in the tech industry.
- Joined OpenAI’s board in March 2024 and became CEO of Applications in May 2025, focusing on the development and deployment of AI tools like ChatGPT.
- Co-founded the Metrodora Institute in October 2021, reflecting her commitment to innovation in science and health.
- Recognized for her leadership in leveraging technology to drive broad societal impact and empower users worldwide.
About OpenAI
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring artificial general intelligence (AGI) benefits all of humanity. It serves businesses, developers, and the global community by creating advanced AI models like GPT, which enhance efficiency and customer interactions. OpenAI's commitment to safe, ethical, and open AI development, coupled with continuous innovation, distinguishes it in the field and builds customer trust.