ASCAP Names Erickson SVP/Head Of HR
• ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, welcomes Patty Erickson to the team as as Senior Vice President and Head of Human Resources. Erickson will report to ASCAP CEO Elizabeth Matthews, overseeing HR at ASCAP and working closely with 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’m looking forward to working with her on ASCAP’s continued evolution and on defining our new normal during and after this global pandemic.”
Erickson comes to ASCAP from BBC Studios Americas, where she was SVP & Head of Human Resources. Erickson earlier held senior HR positions at RHI Entertainment, Inc., Viacom, Inc., and HarperCollins. She is also a certified leadership and wellness coach. “I’m excited to play a role in ASCAP’s next chapter,” said Erickson. “While the current environment is challenging, it has also presented opportunities for change and renewal. I’m excited to get to work with the ASCAP team to evolve the organization to meet existing and future challenges.”
Erickson succeeds Carolyn Jensen, who is retiring after successfully leading ASCAP’s HR function for 17 years, during which she helped engender a culture of respect, innovation and collaboration.
