Netflix Appoints Clete Willems as Chief Global Affairs Officer
Netflix names veteran trade attorney Clete Willems as its chief global affairs officer to bolster global policy and trade strategies amid rising international regulatory pressures.
Published on April 9, 2025
Netflix has announced the appointment of Clete Willems, a seasoned trade attorney with experience from both the Trump and Obama administrations, as its new chief global affairs officer. In this role, Willems will oversee the company’s global policy strategy and trade affairs, reporting directly to co-CEO Ted Sarandos.
Confirmed by industry sources on April 8, 2025, this move underscores Netflix’s commitment to strengthening its position in a complex international regulatory landscape. The appointment highlights the streaming giant’s strategic focus on addressing global trade challenges and reinforcing its presence in Washington as policy debates intensify.