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    Daniel K. Frierson

    Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer at Dixie Group Inc
    Board
    Since 1980
    Age
    82 years
    Tenure
    Joined DXYN in 1973, served as Chief Executive Officer since 1980 and as Chairman of the Board since 1987.

    Also at Dixie Group Inc

    ALD
    Allen L. Danzey
    Chief Financial Officer
    DKFJ
    D. Kennedy Frierson, Jr.
    Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
    WDD
    W. Derek Davis
    Vice President, Human Resources and Corporate Secretary

    About

    Daniel K. Frierson has played a pivotal role at DXYN over several decades. His career at the company began in 1973 when he joined as a Director, a role that laid the foundation for his deep commitment and leadership within the organization.

    Taking on the position of Chief Executive Officer in 1980, he guided the company through significant growth and transformation, establishing DXYN as a prominent manufacturer in the residential floorcovering industry.

    In 1987, his leadership evolved further when he was named Chairman of the Board, a position that has allowed him to shape the company's strategic direction and foster innovation. His ongoing involvement in additional industry roles, including serving as a past Chairman of The Carpet and Rug Institute and holding directorships at other companies, underscores his influential presence in the broader business community.

    $DXYN Performance Under Daniel K. Frierson

    Past Roles

    Organization Role Date Range Details
    The Dixie Group, Inc. (DXYN) Director 1973 - 1980 Held prior to his subsequent roles as CEO (since 1980) and Chairman (appointed in 1987)

    External Roles

    Organization Role Date Range Details
    Printpack, Inc. Director Current World-leading flexible packaging company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia
    Printpack, Inc. Chairman of Printpack's Compensation Committee Current N/A

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023
    Component NameAmount ($)Payment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Base Salary625,000 Annually (2023)Fixed annual salary
    Registrant Contributions to Defined Contribution Plans3,050 As accrued in 2023Contributed to defined contribution plans
    Insurance Premiums2,000 As accrued in 2023Included in All Other Compensation
    Other0 N/ANo additional benefits provided

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023

    Cash Incentive Award

    MetricValueDetails
    Award Amount$505,502 Cash incentive award for 2023
    Performance MetricsN/A Financial & non-financial and individual goals; specific thresholds/targets not disclosed
    Vesting ScheduleQ1 2024 Award paid in the first quarter of 2024 subject to continued employment

    Long Term Incentive Share Awards

    MetricValueDetails
    Shares Granted101,745 Long Term Incentive Share Awards for 2023
    Vesting Schedule3 Years Vest over three years, subject to performance conditions and continued employment
    Performance MetricsN/A Linked to financial & non-financial goals; specific targets not disclosed

    Career Share Awards

    MetricValueDetails
    Shares Granted25,000 Career Share Awards for 2023
    Vesting ScheduleVaries For participants over 60: full vest upon qualification to retire after a 2-year holding; for under 60: vest ratably over 5 years starting on the 61st birthday
    Performance MetricsProfitability Condition Contingent on achieving a profitable level of Operating Income from Continuing Operations (adjusted)

    Option Awards

    MetricValueDetails
    Options Granted60,000 Option Awards for 2023
    Vesting Schedule2 Years Vest on May 25, 2025, subject to market conditions
    Performance Threshold$3.00 per share Average high & low stock price must reach at least $3.00 per share over any 5 consecutive trading days
    Exercise Price$1.00 Set at the grant date
    Grant DateMay 25, 2023
    Term5 Years Expires on May 25, 2028
    Fair Value AssumptionsVolatility: 97.96%, Risk-free: 3.80% Determined using a lattice model