About the job
About the Team
At OpenAI, our mission is to ensure that general-purpose artificial intelligence serves to benefit all of humanity. The Marketing Events team embodies this ethos, passionately curating extraordinary experiences that reflect our core values. We thrive on highlighting the achievements of others and fostering meaningful connections.
About the Role
We are on the lookout for a dynamic Head of Events for the Asia-Pacific region to spearhead the strategy and execution of OpenAI's extensive event landscape. This pivotal role will shape how we unite individuals around one of the most transformative technologies today. You will play a crucial part in establishing events as a fundamental driver for marketing, community engagement, and trust-building, linking developers, customers, executives, policymakers, creatives, and innovators with OpenAI's mission on a large scale.
Your role will involve both strategic planning and operational execution, building and scaling a robust regional events organization that delivers exceptional programs across diverse markets and cultures. By collaborating closely with senior executives and cross-functional leaders, you'll translate business objectives and product innovations into impactful live experiences—ranging from flagship conferences and executive gatherings to developer initiatives and community events that inspire connection and engagement.
At its core, this role emphasizes leadership and creativity. You will guide and nurture a high-performing regional team while promoting a collaborative culture rooted in craftsmanship, creativity, and shared ownership. Success in this position requires you to balance a long-term vision with hands-on execution to empower teams, elevate quality, and create unforgettable experiences that resonate with the OpenAI brand.
The ideal candidate will possess both strategic acumen and operational expertise, demonstrating independence and a passion for bringing people together. You should exhibit strong judgment, executive presence, and a love for storytelling, design, and guest experiences, along with a belief in technology's capacity to create a positive global impact.
This role is based in Singapore and involves regular travel across the region and internationally.

