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Keith W. Demmings

President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director at ASSURANT
Board
Since January 1, 2022
Age
51 years
Tenure
Joined in 1997 and has held various leadership roles including Executive Vice President positions before being promoted to President on May 18, 2021 and ultimately becoming President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director on January 1, 2022.

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About

Keith W. Demmings joined Assurant, Inc. in 1997, marking the start of a long tenure with the company that paved the way for his progression through multiple leadership roles. His career includes key executive positions such as Executive Vice President and President of Global Lifestyle, Global Markets, and International operations, reflecting his broad and strategic influence within the organization.

Over the years, his leadership has been central to driving the company’s growth into global markets. His expertise in managing diverse business segments has been crucial in steering the company towards expansion and enhanced market presence.

He was named President on May 18, 2021, and later elevated to Chief Executive Officer and Director on January 1, 2022. These appointments underscore his significant contributions to the company and his ability to lead in evolving business environments.

While personal background and educational details are not detailed in the available information, his extensive career at Assurant exemplifies a deep commitment to the company and a successful trajectory in executive leadership.

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Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Assurant, Inc. President, Global Lifestyle July 2016 - May 2021 Former role before becoming CEO
Assurant, Inc. President, Global Markets September 2015 - July 2016 N/A
Assurant, Inc. President, International June 2013 - September 2015 N/A
Assurant Canada President and Chief Executive Officer N/A Date unspecified

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component NameAmount ($)Payment ScheduleAdditional Details
Salary1,000,000 AnnualFixed base salary for 2023
Executive LTD5,841 AnnualFixed long-term disability benefit for 2023
Company Contributions to Executive 401(k) Plan114,000 AnnualContributions made on behalf of the executive in 2023
Company Contributions to 401(k) Plan19,800 AnnualStandard contributions as part of the retirement benefits

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

Annual Incentive Compensation (ESTIP)

Metric/ComponentWeightThresholdTargetMaximumActual/Performance FactorDollar AmountAdditional Details
Adjusted EBITDA (excluding reportable catastrophes)50%$1,014M $1,193M $1,312M 2.00 N/AMetric forms part of the overall performance evaluation
Net Earned Premiums, Fees, and Other Income30%$8,697M $10,232M $11,767M 1.09 N/AMetric forms part of the overall performance evaluation
Enterprise Financial Performance FactorN/AN/AN/AN/A1.66 N/AAggregate performance factor combining the above metrics
Individual Performance Component20%N/AN/AN/A1.30 N/ABased on qualitative evaluation by the Compensation and Talent Committee
  • Target Annual Incentive Opportunity: $1,500,000
  • Actual Incentive Payment: $2,382,000 calculated as follows:
    • Enterprise Performance (80% weight): $1,992,000 (1.66 × 80% × $1,500,000)
    • Individual Performance Component (20% weight): $390,000 (1.30 × 20% × $1,500,000)

Long-Term Equity Awards (Stock Awards)

ComponentMetricValue/QuantityAdditional Details
RSUsGrant Date Fair Value$1,625,045 Granted 14,644 units on March 16, 2023 at a stock price of $110.97. Vesting over time subject to continued employment.
Number of Units14,644
PSUsGrant Date Fair Value$5,047,892 Granted target of 43,931 units on March 16, 2023 at a stock price of $110.97. Vesting contingent on performance over a three-year period.
Performance RangeThreshold: 21,966 units
Target: 43,931 units
Maximum: 87,862 units (200% of target) Payouts range from 0% to 200% based on performance conditions.
Overall MixMix of Awards25% RSUs / 75% PSUs Total Grant Date Value of $6,500,068.

The performance compensation for 2023 is based on achieving both financial and qualitative goals. The ESTIP uses a combination of quantitative metrics and a qualitative individual performance assessment to determine the final cash payout, while the long-term equity awards incorporate performance conditions tied to share-based targets.