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Julie Brill
American lawyer and Chief Privacy Officer at Microsoft
Julie Brill is a prominent figure in the field of privacy, data protection, and technology policy. She currently serves as Microsoft's Chief Privacy Officer and Corporate Vice President of Global Privacy, Safety, and Regulatory Affairs.12
Career Highlights
Microsoft Leadership: At Microsoft, Brill leads the company's efforts in addressing tech policy, regulatory, and legal issues related to the world's digital transformation.1 She directs teams responsible for privacy, digital safety, regulatory governance, law enforcement and national security, telecom, standards, and accessibility regulation.2
Federal Trade Commission: Prior to joining Microsoft, Brill served as a Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from 2010 to 2016.13 She was nominated by President Barack Obama and confirmed unanimously by the U.S. Senate.3 During her tenure, she focused on consumer protection issues, including privacy, fair advertising practices, and financial fraud.3
Legal Career: Brill's legal career spans over three decades, including roles as:
- Partner and Co-Director of Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice at Hogan Lovells4
- Senior Deputy Attorney General and Chief of Consumer Protection and Antitrust for the North Carolina Department of Justice2
- Assistant Attorney General for Consumer Protection and Antitrust for the State of Vermont2
Achievements and Recognition
Brill has received numerous accolades for her work in privacy and data protection:
- Elected to the American Law Institute1
- Named "the Commission's most important voice on Internet privacy and data security issues"1
- Top Data Privacy Influencer in 20202
- Winner of the International Association of Privacy Professionals Privacy Leadership Award in 20142
Education
Brill graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University and New York University School of Law, where she held a Root-Tilden Scholarship for her commitment to public service.12
Civil Society Involvement
In addition to her professional roles, Brill is active in civil society, serving on various boards and committees:
- Board member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals1
- Board member of the Center for Democracy and Technology1
- Governor for The Ditchley Foundation1
- Co-chair of Business at the Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development's Committee for Digital Economic Policy1
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