Krishna Rao, a former Airbnb executive, has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of AI startup Anthropic. Anthropic, backed by major investments from Google and Amazon, is a pioneer in the field of artificial intelligence. Rao, who previously held a leadership position at Airbnb as the Global Head of Corporate & Business Development, officially assumed his new role at Anthropic as announced on the company’s blog. This appointment is part of Anthropic’s strategy to strengthen its financial position and support the development of its generative AI models, including the notable Claude.
Anthropic’s mission is to develop AI technologies that positively impact society, a goal that Rao is eager to contribute to. He joins a team of experienced professionals, including Instagram co-founder Mike Krieger, who serves as the Chief Product Officer. Anthropic is actively expanding and is seeking talented individuals to join its innovative team.
Rao’s extensive experience in finance, strategy, and business operations will be invaluable to Anthropic as the company continues to grow and compete in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. He is confident in his ability to contribute to Anthropic’s financial health and overall success, enabling the company to continue pushing the boundaries of AI technology.
