Andrew Wilson
Also at Electronic Arts Inc
About
Andrew Wilson is currently the Chief Executive Officer and Chair of the Board at Electronic Arts (EA). He began his journey with EA in May 2000, contributing his expertise over the years and rising through extensive leadership roles. His progression within the company includes a key period as Executive Vice President of EA SPORTS, demonstrating his commitment to fostering growth and innovation in the dynamic gaming industry.
Throughout his career, Wilson has been instrumental in shaping EA’s strategic vision, leveraging vast experience in consumer trends, digital commerce, and corporate governance. His leadership is marked by a clear understanding of the gaming landscape, which has guided EA through various industry challenges and opportunities.
Beyond his responsibilities at EA, he has served on the board of directors for Intel Corporation and holds leadership roles in other organizations such as the World Surf League and the Paley Center for Media. These roles reflect his broad engagement in the entertainment, sports, and media sectors, further highlighting his versatile leadership capabilities.
$EA Performance Under Andrew Wilson
Past Roles
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Arts | Executive Vice President, EA SPORTS | August 2011 - September 2013 | Held prior to becoming CEO |
External Roles
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| World Surf League | Chair of the Board | Current | Privately-held organization |
| Paley Center for Media | Board of Trustees | Current | Non-profit organization |
Fixed Compensation
| Component Name | Amount | Payment Schedule | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salary | 1,300,000 | Annual | Fixed annual base salary. |
| All Other Compensation | 503,560 | Annual | Comprises Insurance Premiums: 1,270 , 401(k) Matching Contributions: 16,350 , and Other (personal security benefits, in-kind gifts, tax reimbursements): 485,940. |
Performance Compensation
Annual Bonus Opportunity
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Performance Metrics | Non-GAAP net revenue and Non-GAAP diluted EPS, weighted equally. |
| Targets | Non-GAAP Net Revenue Target: $7.5B ; Non-GAAP Diluted EPS Target: $7.48. |
| Actual Results | Non-GAAP Net Revenue: $7.43B ; Non-GAAP Diluted EPS: $6.92. |
| Bonus Amounts | Target Bonus: $2,600,000 ; Maximum Bonus: $5,200,000 ; Actual Bonus: $3,448,250. |
| Conditions | Payout contingent on achieving at least 80% of the fiscal plan for net income; Executive Bonus Pool Funding: 106.1%; Individual Performance Modifier: 125%. |
| Evaluation Period | Fiscal Year 2024. |
FY24 PRSUs-rTSR
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Performance Metric | Relative TSR versus Nasdaq-100. |
| Threshold Units | 9,579. |
| Target Units | 31,930. |
| Maximum Units | 63,860. |
| Grant Date | June 16, 2023. |
| Grant Date Fair Value | $4,882,736. |
| Vesting Schedule | Three-year cliff vesting on May 20, 2026. |
| Evaluation Period | Three years (FY24 - FY26). |
FY24 PRSUs-OM
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Performance Metric | Operating metrics (net bookings and operating income performance). |
| Threshold Units | 5,305. |
| Target Units | 21,223. |
| Maximum Units | 42,446. |
| Grant Date | June 16, 2023. |
| Grant Date Fair Value | $2,730,551. |
| Vesting Schedule | Three-year cliff vesting on May 20, 2026. |
| Evaluation Period | Three-year performance period. |
Market-Based Restricted Stock Units (MRSUs)
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Performance Metric | Relative TSR compared to Nasdaq-100. |
| Payout Scale | 0% to 200% of target units based on performance. |
| Grant Date | June 16, 2023. |
| Grant Date Fair Value | $152.92 per unit. |
| Vesting Schedule | Three-year performance period with vesting at the end of the period. |
| Conditions | Vesting contingent on meeting market and service conditions; if market conditions are not met, recognized expense is not reversed. |