TikTok Appoints Erich Andersen as Global General Counsel

Industry veteran Erich Andersen, a technology industry attorney with over 20 years of experience, has been appointed as the Global General Counsel of TikTok. In his new role, Andersen will lead the global legal team and focus on expanding the company's compliance and regulatory engagement capabilities. This strategic move highlights TikTok's commitment to strengthening its expertise in key areas such as compliance and intellectual property protection.

Andersen joins TikTok from Microsoft, where he served as the Corporate Vice President and Chief IP Counsel. His extensive experience and deep knowledge of the industry make him well-suited to lead TikTok's efforts in building trust with regulators, policymakers, users, and partners.

Expressing his excitement about joining TikTok, Andersen acknowledges the company's rapid growth and its ability to inspire creativity and bring joy to millions of users worldwide. He looks forward to addressing the evolving challenges faced by TikTok and the industry as a whole. Working alongside TikTok President Alex Zhu and the broader leadership team, Andersen aims to position the company at the forefront of global initiatives that promote user and community safety while fostering creative expression.