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Hock E. Tan

President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director at Broadcom
Board
Since March 2006
Age
73 years
Tenure
Joined in March 2006, he has served continuously as President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director at AVGO.

Also at Broadcom

KMS
Kirsten M. Spears
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer
MDB
Mark D. Brazeal
Chief Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer

About

Hock E. Tan, born in 1951, is a seasoned executive known for his extensive career across multiple industries, with 73 years of age as of December 2024. His early career was marked by several key leadership roles, including Managing Director positions in Malaysia and Singapore, as well as senior roles in finance at renowned companies.

His transition into the semiconductor and technology sectors saw him hold pivotal positions at Integrated Circuit Systems, Inc. (ICS) where he served as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and later as President and CEO until its acquisition. This period set the stage for a distinguished career in the industry, positioning him as an influential leader.

In March 2006, he joined AVGO, where his role as President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director has been central to steering the company's strategic growth and market prominence. Under his leadership, the company has become a major player in the semiconductor and technology industries, buoyed by smart acquisitions and operational excellence.

Beyond his responsibilities at AVGO, his influence extends to significant national advisory committees and board directorships at other tech giants, underscoring his impact on the broader industry landscape.

$AVGO Performance Under Hock E. Tan

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Integrated Circuit Systems, Inc. President & CEO 1999 – 2005 Acquisition by Integrated Device Technology, Inc.
Integrated Circuit Systems, Inc. Chief Operating Officer 1996 – 1999
Integrated Circuit Systems, Inc. Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer 1995 – 1999
Commodore International, Ltd. Vice President of Finance 1992 – 1994
PepsiCo, Inc. / General Motors Corporation Senior Management Positions N/A Specific roles and dates not provided
Pacven Investment, Ltd. Managing Director 1988 – 1992 Venture capital fund in Singapore
Hume Industries Ltd. Managing Director 1983 – 1988 in Malaysia

External Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Meta Platforms, Inc. Director N/A
President’s National Security and Telecommunications Advisory Committee Member 2020 – Present

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Base Salary$1,200,000 AnnualFixed annual salary
Expense Reimbursements$5,301 As incurredReimbursements for travel to Mr. Tan’s residence in Pennsylvania
401(k) Matching Contribution$19,800 AnnualEmployer matching contribution to retirement plan
Car Service$61,060 As incurredCar service expenses

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

2023 Tan PSU Award Details

MetricValue
Grant DateOctober 31, 2022
Grant Date Fair Value$160,540,000
Grant Date Stock Price$470.12
Performance Stock Price Hurdles
  Threshold$825 (75.5% increase)
  Target$950 (102.1% increase)
  Maximum$1,125 (139.3% increase)
Maximum Shares Awarded1,000,000 shares
Vesting ScheduleFive-year vesting period ending October 31, 2027
Evaluation PeriodFive-year earning period; performance measured by the average closing price over 20 consecutive trading days
ConditionsShares earned in one-third increments per hurdle with no interpolation; forfeiture of award if the threshold is not met; continued vesting of any shares earned before the fifth anniversary contingent on continued employment; pro-rata vesting upon retirement or certain terminations

This detailed performance compensation structure ties Mr. Tan’s payouts directly to significant stock price improvements, ensuring alignment with long-term shareholder value creation.

Interviews

Broadcom CEO Hock Tan sits down with Jim Cramer thumbnail

Broadcom CEO Hock Tan sits down with Jim Cramer

CNBC Television
10:18 min
Sep 17, 2024
VMware Explore General Session: Q&A with Hock Tan, President and CEO, Broadcom - Six Five thumbnail

VMware Explore General Session: Q&A with Hock Tan, President and CEO, Broadcom - Six Five

Six Five Media
18:33 min
Aug 27, 2024
VMware Acquisition Close: Q&A with Hock Tan, President and CEO, Broadcom - Six Five Insider thumbnail

VMware Acquisition Close: Q&A with Hock Tan, President and CEO, Broadcom - Six Five Insider

Moor Insights & Strategy
25:35 min
Nov 22, 2023
VMware Explore General Session Live Recap with Hock Tan - Six Five On The Road thumbnail

VMware Explore General Session Live Recap with Hock Tan - Six Five On The Road

Six Five Media
9:02 min
Aug 27, 2024