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Daniel Adamson

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Talent at OpenAI
📍 United States

Daniel is a talent leader at OpenAI, focused on building world-class teams. He previously directed a 150+ person AI/ML talent organization at Meta and has a background from Oklahoma State University. Colleagues describe him as an exceptional, strategic, and innovative leader who excels at building trusting relationships with executives.

Based on his attendance at Oklahoma State University, Daniel may have an affinity for their college sports programs and the community surrounding the university. He has also shown an active interest in attending conferences like AfroTech, suggesting a passion for engaging with diverse talent communities.

Unique fact: At Meta, Daniel was the executive owner responsible for driving all AI and Machine Learning hiring across the companys entire portfolio, including FAIR, Instagram, and Facebook.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Talent
Location
United States
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AI & ML Talent
He led a 150+ person talent organization at Meta specifically focused on hiring for AI/ML roles across all its major platforms like Instagram and FAIR.
Building Technical Teams
His stated mission at OpenAI is "Building teams who are changing the world, " and he has a history of leading large-scale talent functions at tech companies.
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Career

Work history

5-2023
Talent
OpenAI
7-2013
Advisor
Locke Talent Partners
4-2021 - 5-2023
Senior Recruiting Leader- Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
Meta
6-2020 - 4-2021
Director, Talent Acquisition
Abarca Health
4-2019 - 4-2020
Head of Talent
RigUp
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Education
Bachelors
Oklahoma State University
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