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EQUIFAX INC 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Oct 29, 2012)

Filed October 29, 2012For Securities:EFX

Summary

This Form 8-K filing from Equifax Inc. (EFX) on October 29, 2012, announces a significant leadership transition within its legal department. Kent E. Mast, the current Corporate Vice President and Chief Legal Counsel, has informed the company of his intention to retire effective December 31, 2012, after a distinguished 13-year tenure in the role. This change signals the end of an era for a key executive who has guided the company's legal affairs. In anticipation of Mr. Mast's retirement, the Board of Directors has appointed John J. Kelley, III as his successor. Mr. Kelley, an experienced senior partner from King & Spalding specializing in corporate finance, securities, and corporate governance, is set to assume the role of Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Counsel starting January 1, 2013. This appointment brings external expertise in crucial legal and compliance areas, which is vital for a publicly traded company like Equifax.

Key Highlights

  • 1Kent E. Mast, Corporate Vice President and Chief Legal Counsel, will retire effective December 31, 2012, after 13 years of service.
  • 2John J. Kelley, III has been appointed to succeed Mr. Mast as Corporate Vice President and Chief Legal Counsel, effective January 1, 2013.
  • 3Mr. Kelley brings extensive experience from King & Spalding, specializing in corporate finance, securities law, and corporate governance.
  • 4The company views Mr. Kelley's expertise as valuable for SEC reporting, disclosure, and compliance matters.
  • 5This filing was accompanied by a press release detailing these management changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

This filing is primarily to announce the upcoming retirement of Equifax's Chief Legal Counsel, Kent E. Mast, and the appointment of his successor, John J. Kelley, III.

John J. Kelley, III has been appointed to succeed Mr. Mast as Corporate Vice President and Chief Legal Counsel, effective January 1, 2013.

Mr. Kelley is a senior partner from the law firm King & Spalding, where he specialized in corporate finance transactions, securities matters, SEC reporting and disclosure requirements, and corporate governance and compliance for public clients.

Kent E. Mast's retirement is effective December 31, 2012, and John J. Kelley, III's appointment is effective January 1, 2013.