ASCAP HIRES A NEW HEAD OF HR

Patty Erickson has joined ASCAP as Senior Vice President and Head of Human Resources, coming over from BBC Studios Americas.

Erickson will oversee human resources at ASCAP and work closely with ASCAP CEO Elizabeth Matthews on leadership, culture and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

“Patty’s energy and previous experience with media and mission-driven organizations is a perfect strategic fit for ASCAP,” said Matthews. “Throughout her career, she has helped companies grow, change and adapt to complex challenges while navigating numerous changes in the media industry with grace and tenacity. I am looking forward to working with her on ASCAP’s continued evolution and on defining our new normal during and after this global pandemic.”

Erickson was Senior VP and Head of Human Resources at BBC Studios Americas, where she oversaw and advised on a full spectrum of strategic and operational HR activities. Prior to BBC Americas, Erickson held senior HR positions at RHI Entertainment and Viacom.

She succeeds Carolyn Jensen, who is retiring after leading ASCAP’s HR function for 17 years.