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OpenAI Taps Morgan Stanley Veteran for Private Equity Push

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 3 min

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OpenAI hired former Morgan Stanley executive Alisha Lehr for a private-equity-focused role, adding dealmaking talent as AI companies court deeper investor relationships before any public-market move.

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OpenAI hired former Morgan Stanley executive Alisha Lehr for a private-equity-focused role, adding dealmaking talent as AI companies court deeper investor relationships before any public-market move.

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