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    Kevin J. McNamara

    President and Chief Executive Officer at Chemed Corp
    Board
    Since May 2001
    Age
    71 years
    Tenure
    Joined CHE in 1986, served as Vice President (1986-1992), held roles as Executive Vice President, Secretary, and General Counsel (November 1993 to August 1994), before becoming President in August 1994 and Chief Executive Officer in May 2001, and has been a Director since 1987.

    Also at Chemed Corp

    BCJ
    Brian C. Judkins
    Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Secretary
    MDW
    Michael D. Witzeman
    Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Controller
    NMW
    Nicholas M. Westfall
    Executive Vice President of Chemed Corporation

    About

    Kevin J. McNamara is a seasoned executive who has played an integral role at Chemed Corporation over several decades, with a significant impact on the company’s strategic direction and operations.

    His career at CHE began in 1986, progressing through important roles that include serving as Vice President, as well as holding the positions of Executive Vice President, Secretary, and General Counsel before his appointment as President in August 1994 and ultimately as Chief Executive Officer in May 2001.

    In addition to his executive responsibilities, he has been a Director since 1987, underscoring his long-term commitment to corporate governance and the sustained success of the organization.

    $CHE Performance Under Kevin J. McNamara

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Chemed Corporation (CHE) Executive Vice President November 1993 - August 1994 Held prior to his promotion to President and CEO
    Chemed Corporation (CHE) Secretary and General Counsel August 1986 - August 1994 Served concurrently before further advancement
    Chemed Corporation (CHE) Vice President August 1986 - May 1992 Preceded his executive roles and subsequent promotions

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024
    Component NameAmount (USD)Payment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Salary$1,738,117 2024 AnnualAnnual base salary
    Non‑Qualified Deferred Compensation Earnings$594,678 2024 AnnualIncludes Excess Benefit Plan Earnings: $513,594 ; Supplemental Pension and Life Insurance Plan Earnings: $81,084
    All Other Compensation$1,326,501 2024 AnnualComposed of Company contribution to non‑qualified deferred compensation plans: $865,397 ; Personal use of Company aircraft: $190,341 ; Company paid sporting event tickets: $148,194 ; Supplemental thrift earnings: $14,969 ; Term life insurance: $658 ; Personal use of Company club memberships: $13,753 ; Company contributions to unfunded supplemental retirement plan: $26,356 ; All other (miscellaneous): $66,833

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024

    Non‑Equity Incentive Compensation

    MetricValueDetails
    Adjusted EPS Weight75% Target: $23.27; Actual: $23.85; % of Target: 102.5%; Target Multiplier: 118.7%
    Return on Assets Weight25% Target: 20.8%; Actual: 20.5%; % of Target: 98.6%; Target Multiplier: 96.4%
    Target Incentive$2,323,490 Based on 130% of base salary
    Actual Earned$2,628,448 113.1% of target compensation ; Award is performance‑based with no vesting schedule as it is granted annually

    Stock Awards

    DetailFebruary 16, 2024October 22, 2024
    Grant Date Fair Value (USD)$1,269,943 and $1,105,534 $4,619,937
    Grant Date Stock Price (USD)$583.43 $593.56
    VestingN/APerformance awards vest upon meeting targets in 2024, 2025, and 2026

    Option Awards

    DetailValue
    Grant DateOctober 22, 2024
    Grant Date Fair Value (USD)$4,619,937
    Grant Date Stock Price (USD)$593.56
    Exercise Price (USD)$597.70
    Number of Options Granted40,332
    Vesting Schedule1/3 on October 22, 2025; 1/3 on October 22, 2026; remainder on October 22, 2027
    Expiration DateOctober 22, 2029
    Performance MetricsNot applicable specifically for option awards