OpenAI Hires Patreon Co-Founder Sam Yam to Lead Creator Product

OpenAI hired Patreon co-founder and technology chief Sam Yam to lead Creator Product, alongside former Patreon product head Drew Rowny and engineering head Shannon Ma. Yam announced the move September 22 on X after over 13 years at Patreon. The trio will anchor OpenAI's product strategy for creators.