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    Vincent Pilette

    Chief Executive Officer and Director at Gen Digital Inc
    Board
    Since May 2019
    Age
    52 years
    Education
    Holds an M.S. in Engineering and Business from Université Catholique de Louvain and an M.B.A. from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
    Tenure
    Joined GEN in May 2019 as Chief Executive Officer and Director and has led the transformation of the company, including the rebranding from NortonLifeLock to GEN Digital following key strategic acquisitions.

    Also at Gen Digital Inc

    BK
    Bryan Ko
    Chief Legal Officer, Secretary, and Head of Corporate Development
    NMD
    Natalie M. Derse
    Chief Financial Officer

    About

    Vincent Pilette was born in 1972 and, as of 2024, is 52 years old. With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, his career has spanned roles in major companies including Logitech International S.A., Electronics For Imaging, and Hewlett-Packard, where he held various leadership positions.

    He holds an advanced degree in Engineering and Business from Université Catholique de Louvain and an M.B.A. from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, paving the way for his notable achievements in financial leadership and corporate strategy.

    In May 2019, he joined GEN as Chief Executive Officer and Director, steering a comprehensive transformation that saw the evolution of NortonLifeLock into GEN Digital. His strategic leadership has been instrumental in driving major acquisitions and rebranding initiatives, reinforcing his reputation as a visionary leader in digital and cybersecurity services.

    $GEN Performance Under Vincent Pilette

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Logitech International S.A. Chief Financial Officer September 2013 to May 2019 Consumer electronics company listed on Nasdaq Global Market and SIX Swiss Exchange
    Electronics For Imaging (EFI) Various positions N/A Details not specified
    Hewlett-Packard (HP) Various positions N/A Held positions in the U.S. and EMEA; details not specified

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    SonicWall Board of Directors N/A Privately held software company in the cybersecurity space

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024
    Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Base Salary$950,000 AnnualNo change from FY23 base salary
    All Other Compensation$16,559 AnnualIncludes various benefits and perquisites; details not provided

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024

    Non-Equity Incentive Plan (EAIP) Compensation

    MetricValue/RangeWeightAdditional Details
    Bookings GrowthThreshold: 95%; Target: 100%; Maximum: 105% 50% Drives new customer subscriptions
    Non-GAAP Operating IncomeThreshold: 95%; Target: 100%; Maximum: 104% 50% Aligns with long-term profitability
    Annual Incentive Target125% of base salary; $1,187,500 N/ACalculated based on base salary
    Performance Funding80% achievement N/AAdjusted payout based on company performance
    DEI Modifier+5% adjustment N/AApplied to final payout for DEI achievements
    Final Payout$1,009,375 N/ADerived from the payout formula

    RSU Grant (Time-Based)

    DetailValueAdditional Details
    Grant DateMay 10, 2023 N/A
    Grant Date Fair Value$4,487,900 Valuation as of grant date
    RSUs Granted260,319 Vest in three tranches: 33% on May 1, 2024; 33% on May 1, 2025; 34% on May 1, 2026
    Vesting ConditionTime-based; contingent on continued serviceNo performance metric; designed for long-term retention

    Performance-based Restricted Stock Units (PRU TSR)

    DetailValueAdditional Details
    Grant DateMay 10, 2023 N/A
    Grant Date Fair Value$5,533,073 Valuation as of grant date
    Shares Granted (Threshold)97,620 Performance threshold level
    Shares Granted (Target)195,239 Standard target payout
    Shares Granted (Maximum)390,478 Maximum achievable payout
    Performance MetricThree-year relative TSR vs Nasdaq Composite Evaluation period: April 1, 2023 - April 3, 2026 ; trending above target as of March 29, 2024
    VestingAt the end of FY26; subject to continued service Payout based on relative performance with potential for 200% of awarded shares

    Performance-based Restricted Stock Units (PRU BGOM)

    DetailValueAdditional Details
    Grant DateMay 10, 2023 N/A
    Grant Date Fair Value$3,365,920 Valuation determined using a Monte Carlo simulation
    Shares Granted (Threshold)48,810 Performance threshold level
    Shares Granted (Target)195,239 Standard target payout
    Shares Granted (Maximum)390,478 Maximum achievable payout
    Performance MetricsAverage Bookings Growth and Non-GAAP Operating Margin Evaluation period: April 1, 2023 - April 3, 2026 ; trending between threshold and target (100% payout)
    VestingAfter the three-year performance period; subject to continued service Vesting contingent on achievement of metrics and continued service