Julia A. Houston serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at Equifax Inc., where she leads the company's global legal function, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, and litigation. Joining Equifax in April 2020, she has been instrumental in steering the company through complex regulatory landscapes, particularly in the wake of the 2017 data breach, by enhancing data privacy protections, managing government investigations, and fostering a culture of ethical compliance. Under her leadership, Equifax has advanced key initiatives in consumer financial services innovation while mitigating legal risks across its international operations. Prior to Equifax, Houston held the position of Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at The Coca-Cola Company from 2014 to 2020, where she oversaw global litigation, commercial transactions, and intellectual property matters, contributing to the company's multibillion-dollar portfolio management and dispute resolutions. Her earlier career included a stint as a Partner at King & Spalding LLP from 2008 to 2014, specializing in complex commercial litigation, antitrust, and securities matters. She also served as Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at The Home Depot (2005-2008) and Assistant General Counsel at BellSouth Corporation (1999-2005), building a robust foundation in corporate law. A graduate of Spelman College with a Bachelor of Arts and the University of Georgia School of Law with a Juris Doctor, Houston is recognized for her strategic acumen and commitment to diversity in the legal profession. Her achievements include numerous accolades for legal leadership and her role in high-stakes transactions that have driven business growth for Fortune 500 companies.