Ex-Boeing Executive Ojakli Appointed as Chief of Public Policy at TikTok USA
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 25 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
New Appointment: Ziad Ojakli has been appointed as the head of public policy for TikTok USA, effective December 1, as announced by ByteDance CEO Shou Chew.
Previous Experience: Ojakli has held similar roles at Ford Motor and Softbank, bringing significant experience to his new position.
Transition in Leadership: Current public policy chief Michael Beckerman will leave his role in April to take on a global advisory position.
ByteDance Valuation: ByteDance's valuation has reportedly reached $480 billion following a recent share auction.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
