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    Gerben W. Bakker

    Chairman of the Board, President, and CEO at Hubbell Inc
    Board
    Since October 2020
    Age
    60 years
    Tenure
    Joined HUBB in 1988 and advanced from a manufacturing engineer to roles including Group President, President and COO, President and CEO, and finally Chairman, President, and CEO.

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    About

    Gerben W. Bakker has built a distinguished career at HUBB, beginning his journey in 1988 as a manufacturing engineer with Hubbell Wiring Systems. Over the years, he steadily climbed the ranks, developing an impressive track record in the manufacturing and electrical industry.

    His professional progression includes serving as Group President of Hubbell Power Systems, where his leadership contributed to significant growth through strategic acquisitions and operational improvements. His roles as President and Chief Operating Officer, and then as President and Chief Executive Officer, underscored his ability to drive transformative change within the company.

    In October 2020, he assumed the role of CEO and later, in May 2021, was promoted to his current position as Chairman, President, and CEO. His leadership has been pivotal in expanding HUBB’s business capabilities and strategic initiatives, further establishing him as a key figure in the industry.

    $HUBB Performance Under Gerben W. Bakker

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Hubbell Incorporated President and Chief Executive Officer October 2020 - May 2021 Held before his current role as Chairman, President, and CEO
    Hubbell Incorporated President and Chief Operating Officer June 2019 - October 2020 Served prior to his current role
    Hubbell Incorporated President of Hubbell Power Systems February 2014 - June 2019 Oversaw strong performance, led 12 acquisitions (including Aclara in 2018) and grew net sales from $921 million to $1.8 billion
    Hubbell Incorporated Various roles including Manufacturing Engineer 1988 - 2014 Began his career as a manufacturing engineer with Hubbell Wiring Systems

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023
    Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Base Salary$1,091,231 AnnualFixed annual base salary
    Retirement Plan Contributions$221,636 According to plan guidelinesIncludes $9,900 (401(k) matching), $13,200 (automatic DC Plan contribution), $113,449 (DC Restoration contribution for 2024), and $85,087 (Restoration match)
    Perquisites$17,974 As incurredCovers incremental costs for financial planning, tax preparation services, and personal aircraft usage (fuel, crew, landing, hangar, parking, ramp, and maintenance fees)

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023

    STI Award (Short-Term Incentive)

    Metric/DetailValueComments
    Target Percentage120% of base salary Implies a target STI amount of $1,320,000
    Award Earned$2,442,000 Reflects a composite payout of 185%
    Performance MetricsAdjusted EPS, Free Cash Flow, Operating Profit, Operating Cash Flow, Strategic Objectives EPS & Free Cash Flow achieved 200% and Strategic Objectives 125%
    PaymentCashAward paid in cash based on performance outcomes
    Evaluation Period2023Goals set by the Compensation Committee at the start of the year

    LTI Award (Long-Term Incentive)

    MetricThreshold SharesTarget SharesMaximum SharesGrant Date Fair ValueEvaluation PeriodVesting ScheduleAdditional Details
    Relative Sales Growth (RSG)1,967 3,933 7,866 $907,068 1/1/2023–12/31/2025Vests at end of periodPerformance-based award
    Adjusted Operating Profit Margin (OPM)1,909 3,818 7,636 $880,545 1/1/2023–12/31/2025Vests at end of periodPerformance-based award
    Relative Total Shareholder Return (TSR)1,909 3,818 7,636 $1,067,016 1/1/2023–12/31/2025Vests at end of periodPerformance-based award

    SARs (Stock Appreciation Rights)

    DetailValueAdditional Details
    Number of SARs22,875
    Grant DateFeb 7, 2023
    Grant Date Fair Value$1,394,918
    Exercise/Base Price$241.17 per share Based on the mean of the high and low trading prices on the preceding day
    Vesting ScheduleThree equal annual installments (Feb 7, 2024; Feb 7, 2025; Feb 7, 2026) Fully vests upon death, disability, or retirement
    Expiration DateFeb 7, 2033

    Restricted Stock (RS)

    DetailValueAdditional Details
    Number of Shares5,784
    Grant DateFeb 7, 2023
    Grant Date Fair Value$1,394,927
    Grant Date Stock Price$241.17 per share Derived from the mean trading price
    Vesting Schedule3-year cliff (vesting on the anniversary of the grant date) Not contingent on performance metrics