July 1, 2023
WoEgypt

NEW YORK — TikTok’s Chief Operating Officer, Vanessa Pappas, is leaving the popular social media platform after nearly five years in the role.

In a note sent to employees and later shared on Twitter, Pappas, who uses plural pronouns, said now that the company has achieved a lot of success, she felt it was the right time to move on and focus on “entrepreneural passions.”

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew said in a note sent to employees that Pappas, one of the company’s most public faces, will continue to serve as a strategic advisor.

“I want to take this opportunity to thank V for their many contributions over the years,” Chew wrote according to AP.

“Throughout their time at TikTok, they have been instrumental in growing the business, advocating for the company, elevating our product offerings and marketing campaigns, and fostering a positive community of creators and users. They have had a significant and lasting impact and we are truly grateful for their tireless efforts.”

Pappas also confirmed the departure in a Twitter thread on Thursday, sharing the memo that was sent to company employees.

“After nearly 5 years at TikTok I am stepping down as COO,” Pappas tweeted. “To our amazing community of creators, employees, & people who have made TikTok ‘the last sunny spot on the internet’, it has been an absolute privilege to serve you all & to be a part of this once in a lifetime journey.”

Pappas had spent more than four years at TikTok, including two years as COO and nine months as its global interim head.

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