Scott A. Richardson
Also at Celanese Corp
About
Scott A. Richardson is the 48-year-old executive leading Celanese Corporation as its Chief Executive Officer and President.
Starting his journey with Celanese in 2005, he has progressed through a variety of roles that have significantly contributed to the company’s strategic operations and growth. His career path has seen him take on responsibilities from financial management to operational leadership, paving the way for his current role after years of impactful service.
Previously, he built a solid foundation in the corporate world during his tenure at American Airlines and at Celanese held positions which include Vice President of the Acetyl Chain and Senior Vice President of Engineered Materials. His progressive leadership, marked by key promotions and strategic contributions, culminated in his appointment as CEO and President on 01-01-2025.
$CE Performance Under Scott A. Richardson
Past Roles
Fixed Compensation
Performance Compensation
Target Bonus
- Target Amount: 125% of base salary (~$1,437,500.00 USD based on a $1,150,000.00 USD base)
- Performance Metrics/Thresholds: Not provided
Target Annual Equity Grant (LTI)
- Grant Date Fair Value: $7,500,000.00 USD
- Grant Date: February 2025
- Equity Composition:
- 70% Performance Shares: Vesting based on performance over a three-year period
- 30% Non-Qualified Stock Options: Vesting in equal annual installments over three years
- Performance Metrics/Thresholds: Detailed performance conditions are not provided