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Michael J. Nolan

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Fidelity National Financial
Board
Since February 1, 2022
Age
64 years
Tenure
Started career at Fidelity National Financial in 1983 and advanced through roles including Co-Chief Operating Officer and President before becoming CEO in February 2022.

Also at Fidelity National Financial

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Anthony J. Park
Executive Vice President and CFO
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Michael L. Gravelle
Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary
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Peter T. Sadowski
Executive Vice President and CLO

About

Michael J. Nolan has built a distinguished career spanning over four decades at Fidelity National Financial, progressively taking on increasing levels of responsibility and leadership. His journey through various executive roles has enabled him to develop a deep understanding of the company’s operations and strategic direction.

Throughout his career, he has played a crucial role in managing large-scale operations and has overseen diverse business units that include direct and agency operations, relocation services, and loan servicing. His ability to steer complex operational structures is a testament to his extensive industry experience and leadership acumen.

In addition to his executive roles, he has contributed to board-level governance through his membership on the board of F&G, which further highlights his commitment to corporate excellence and strategic oversight. His work at the company underscores a focused trajectory towards enabling growth and operational efficiency, demonstrating the impact of long-term leadership and vision in a competitive business landscape.

$FNF Performance Under Michael J. Nolan

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Fidelity National Financial President of the Company January 2016 – February 2022 Promoted to CEO
Fidelity National Financial Co-Chief Operating Officer September 2015 – January 2016 Transitional role before presidency
Fidelity National Title Group President of Eastern Operations Starting January 2013 Held until subsequent promotion
Fidelity National Financial Executive Vice President and Division Manager Starting May 2010 Role ended with advancement
Fidelity National Financial Division Manager and Regional Manager 1983 – N/A Managed operations for Midwest, East Coast, Canada, & various subsidiaries (1031 exchange, relocation, LoanCare, ServiceLink)

External Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
F&G (Fidelity & Guaranty Life) Board of Directors Since August 2020 Current external board position

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Base Salary$1,000,000 AnnualFixed base salary for 2023
ESPP Matching Contributions$21,130 AnnualEmployee Stock Purchase Plan match
Life Insurance Premiums$594 AnnualFixed life insurance premiums
Executive Medical Plan$76,282 AnnualExecutive medical benefits
401(k) Company Match$9,900 AnnualCompany matching contributions for 401(k)

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

Performance-Based Cash Incentives

MetricValueDetails
Base Salary$1,000,000 Used as benchmark for incentive calculation
Target Incentive Opportunity$1,900,000 (190% of base) Target set at 190% of base salary
Threshold Payout$950,000 (50% of target) Payout at minimum performance level
Maximum Payout$3,800,000 (200% of target) Payout capped at 200% of target
Actual Payout$3,236,333 (170.3% of target) Based on a combined performance factor of 170.3%
Performance MetricAdjusted Pre-Tax Title Margin Requirement: Achieve 7.5% in at least two of five quarters/quarters conditions
Evaluation Period2023 (Starting October 1, 2023) Measurement period for performance criteria

Performance-Based Restricted Stock

MetricValueDetails
Grant DateNovember 15, 2023 Date when restricted stock was granted
Grant Date Fair Value$5,300,003 Total fair value of the grant
Grant Date Stock Price$44.44 per share Price used to determine fair value
Shares Granted119,262 shares Number of performance-based restricted stock units granted
Vesting ScheduleEqual installments over 3 years Vesting occurs as 33.33% on the 1st and 2nd anniversaries and 33.34% on the 3rd anniversary, conditional on achieving a 7.5% Adjusted Pre-Tax Title Margin in at least two of five quarters

Additional Performance Details

  • Evaluation Criteria: Both incentive components are tied to key financial metrics linked to FNF's title operations, in particular the Adjusted Pre-Tax Title Margin which measures operating efficiency and profitability.
  • Payout Structure: The cash incentive scheme provides a payout range from 50% (threshold) to 200% (maximum) of the target, with the actual payout reflecting a performance factor (170.3% in 2023).
  • Alignment with Long-Term Goals: The restricted stock awards vest over three years, ensuring alignment with long-term operational performance and shareholder interests.