OpenAI is strengthening its commitment to the startup ecosystem by establishing a new Founder Experience team, led by Laura Modiano, aimed at assisting founders through various growth stages. During a recent Y Combinator event, CEO Sam Altman announced a $2 million equity exchange program for participating startups. Modiano emphasized the team's focus on providing resources that help startups effectively utilize OpenAI products, addressing the challenges many face in realizing ROI from AI initiatives. With plans for a global team and an emphasis on responsive support shaped by founder feedback, OpenAI seeks to foster innovation and value creation within the AI-first startup landscape.
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Forbes Innovation· Tim Keary· Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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