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    Robert A. Iger

    Chief Executive Officer at Walt Disney Co
    Board
    Since November 20, 2022
    Age
    73 years
    Education
    Graduated from Ithaca College.
    Tenure
    Joined DIS in 1996 and held various leadership roles including President and COO at ABC, Chairman, and CEO at The Walt Disney Company, with significant promotions over nearly three decades.

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    About

    Robert A. Iger has built a reputation as a transformative leader in the entertainment industry, recognized for his decisive role in reshaping the landscape of The Walt Disney Company. His career is marked by a series of strategic moves and bold decisions that positioned the company for long-term growth and innovation.

    Over the years, he has led major corporate initiatives, from expanding Disney’s international footprint to driving the revolutionary launch of Disney+, which transformed the company’s direct-to-consumer strategy. His tenure saw landmark acquisitions that not only diversified Disney’s portfolio but also solidified its position as a global powerhouse in storytelling and theme park entertainment.

    Beyond his executive roles at Disney, his influence extends to the broader corporate world, having served on the board of a leading technology company. His work in corporate governance, risk management, and his thought leadership in media have made him a respected figure among industry peers.

    His leadership style, characterized by vision, collaboration, and a keen focus on innovation, continues to drive strategic transformation at Disney, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of the entertainment and media sectors.

    $DIS Performance Under Robert A. Iger

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    The Walt Disney Company Chairman of the Board and Executive Chairman 2020 – 2021 Former leadership role
    The Walt Disney Company Chairman and Chief Executive Officer 2012 – 2020 Former leadership role
    The Walt Disney Company President and Chief Executive Officer 2005 – 2012 Former leadership role
    The Walt Disney Company President and Chief Operating Officer 2000 – 2005 Former leadership role
    The Walt Disney Company Chairman, ABC Group; President, Walt Disney International 1999 – 2000 Held during transition post-acquisition
    ABC, Inc. President and Chief Operating Officer 1994 – 1999 Pre-DIS career role

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024
    Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Base Salary$1,000,000 AnnualFixed base salary
    Retirement Contributions$90,675 AnnualDisney Retirement Savings Plan: $30,375 and Key Employee Retirement Savings Plan: $60,300
    Perquisites and Personal Benefits$2,010,744 AnnualIncludes Personal Air Travel: $523,685, Security: $1,436,003, Other Benefits: $51,056

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024

    Performance-Based Restricted Stock Units (PBUs)

    MetricThreshold / MinimumTargetMaximumDetails
    Relative TSR (vs. S&P 500)25th percentile 55th percentile 75th percentile Payout: 0% if below 25th; 50% at threshold; 100% at target; 200% at maximum
    ROIC4.0% 6.5% 7.8% Actual performance at 7.0% yielded a 137.72% payout in fiscal 2024
    Vesting ScheduleN/AN/AN/ACliff vesting on the third anniversary of the grant date (December 15, 2026) over a 3-year performance period
    Weight in Equity AwardN/AN/AN/AConstitutes 60% of the annual equity award
    Grant DateN/ADecember 15, 2023 N/AProvides the start date for the 3-year evaluation period
    Fair Value ConsiderationsN/AN/AN/ACombined with stock options, overall fair values include figures of $12,000,027 (options) and $18,000,040 (PBUs/RSUs)

    Stock Options

    MetricDetailValueDetails
    Grant DateN/ADecember 15, 2023 Establishes the pricing and vesting timeline
    Grant Date Fair ValueN/A$12,000,027 Fair value of the option awards
    Exercise PriceN/A$93.44 Determined as the average of high and low trading prices on the grant date
    Grant Date Stock PriceN/A$93.46 Closing price of shares underlying the options on the grant date
    Vesting ScheduleN/AOne-third per anniversaryVesting occurs on December 15, 2024, December 15, 2025, and December 15, 2026
    Weight in Equity AwardN/A40% Constitutes the remainder of the annual equity award after PBUs
    Performance ConditionN/AStock value must exceed exercise priceOptions only have value if the Disney stock price increases above the exercise price

    Additional Notes on Annual Incentive

    • Overall Variable Compensation: For fiscal 2024, 97% of Mr. Iger’s total direct annual compensation is at risk, including 49% PBUs, 32% stock options, and 16% target annual incentive.
    • Evaluation Period: Both PBUs and performance-based stock options are evaluated over a 3-year period from the grant date.
    • Target Annual Incentive: Detailed performance metrics for the Target Annual Incentive were not specifically provided.