Stephen G. Berman
Also at JAKKS Pacific Inc
About
Stephen G. Berman is a seasoned executive who co-founded JAKK in January 1995 and has been instrumental in shaping the company’s direction. His leadership journey began at the inception of the company, and he has grown with it, taking on increasing responsibilities over the years. He is currently 60 years old.
Throughout his tenure at JAKK, he has consistently demonstrated his leadership capabilities. He served as the Chief Operating Officer until August 23, 2011, held the role of Co-Chief Executive Officer from February 17, 2009 to March 31, 2010, and then stepped into the position of Chief Executive Officer on April 1, 2010. Additionally, he has been the President since January 1, 1999 and assumed the role of Chairman on October 23, 2015, while also serving as the Secretary and a Class I Director since the company’s founding.
Before his influential career at JAKK, he built a solid foundation in the toy and distribution industries, having served as Vice President and Managing Director at THQ International, Inc. from October 1991 to August 1995, and as President and owner of Balanced Approach, Inc. from 1988 to 1991. His extensive background and progressive leadership roles reflect his commitment to innovative growth and strategic management at JAKK.
$JAKK Performance Under Stephen G. Berman
Past Roles
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAKKS Pacific, Inc. | Chief Operating Officer | Until August 23, 2011 | Served as COO until August 23, 2011 |
| JAKKS Pacific, Inc. | Co-Chief Executive Officer | February 17, 2009 – March 31, 2010 | Held the Co-CEO position during this period |
| JAKKS Pacific, Inc. | Executive Vice President | January 1995 – December 31, 1998 | Served from the company's inception until December 31, 1998 |
| THQ International, Inc. | Vice President and Managing Director | October 1991 – August 1995 | Subsidiary of THQ; led operations as VP and Managing Director |
| Balanced Approach, Inc. | President and Owner | 1988 – 1991 | Distributed personal fitness products and services |
Fixed Compensation
| Component Name | Amount | Payment Schedule | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Salary | $1,850,000 | Annual | Annual Increment Clause: Base Salary increases by at least $25,000 annually (2024 Base Salary: $1,825,000) |
Performance Compensation
No information available on performance compensation for 2025