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    Linda Addison

    Corporate Board Director and Chair, Compensation Committee

    Linda Addison is a highly accomplished business leader and corporate board member with extensive experience in law and corporate governance. She currently serves as the Lead Independent Director and Chair of the Compensation Committee at Globe Life Inc., an S&P 500 company.2

    Professional Background

    Linda Addison's career spans over three decades, during which she has held several prominent positions:

    • Past US Managing Partner and Chair of the US Management Committee at Norton Rose Fulbright, a global law firm1
    • Global Head of Dispute Resolution and Litigation at Norton Rose Fulbright1
    • Partner-in-Charge of Norton Rose Fulbright's New York office1

    Board Experience

    Addison has significant experience serving on corporate boards:

    • Lead Independent Director at Globe Life Inc. (NYSE: GL)2
    • Former independent director of KPMG LLP until late 20232
    • Previously served as an independent director of a NASDAQ-listed SPAC2
    • Former Advisory Board member of Northern Trust2

    She has chaired public board compensation committees and special committees, and served on various other committees including audit, nominating/governance, risk, and human capital.2

    Expertise and Recognition

    Addison is recognized for her expertise in:

    • Corporate governance
    • Executive compensation
    • Diversity and inclusion
    • Risk management
    • Technology oversight
    • ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)
    • Cybersecurity oversight12

    Her skills and accomplishments have earned her numerous accolades, including:

    • Named one of the "50 Most Powerful Women in New York" by Crain's New York Business12
    • Recognized as one of the "50 Most Influential Women Lawyers in America" and "100 Most Influential Lawyers in America" by the National Law Journal12
    • Listed in the Compensation 100: Top Board Candidates With Pay-Setting Skills by FT publication Agenda2

    Education and Certifications

    • J.D. from The University of Texas School of Law, where she was the first female Managing Editor of the Texas Law Review2
    • B.A. cum laude from The University of Texas at Austin, Plan II Honors Program2
    • Climate Leadership Certification from Diligent2
    • CERT Certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight from Carnegie Mellon University2
    • NACD Board Leadership Fellow2

    Linda Addison's extensive experience, leadership skills, and diverse expertise make her a valuable asset to Globe Life's Board of Directors and as Chair of the Compensation Committee.

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