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OpenAI
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Policy · Executive
Dean W. Ball
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Head of Strategic Futures at OpenAI
Ball helped draft America’s AI Action Plan and built an influential readership through Hyperdimensional. His work argues for faster AI development paired with practical governance of frontier systems.
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Background
Current role
Head of Strategic Futures Jul 2026-presentOpenAI
OpenAIPreviously
Until 2026Senior Fellow, 
Foundation for American Innovation
Foundation for American Innovation2025-2025Senior Policy Advisor, 
The White House
The White HouseEducation
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Work and education history is primarily focused on AI-relevant roles and may not be comprehensive.
Last editorial review: August 12, 2026