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    Sean E. Reilly

    President and CEO at Lamar Advertising Co
    Board
    Since February 2011
    Age
    62 years
    Education
    Earned a B.A. from Harvard University in 1984 and a J.D. from Harvard Law School in 1989.
    Tenure
    Joined Lamar Advertising in 1987 as Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions, later serving as a director, COO and President of the Outdoor Division, then becoming CEO in February 2011 and President in February 2020.

    Also at Lamar Advertising Co

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    Jay L. Johnson
    EVP, CFO, and Treasurer

    About

    Sean E. Reilly, born in 1962 , has built a commendable career founded on decades of service in the outdoor advertising industry. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard University in 1984 and completed his legal studies at Harvard Law School in 1989, laying a strong academic foundation for his future leadership roles.

    He began his journey at Lamar Advertising in 1987 as Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions, marking the start of his long and distinguished tenure at the company. Over the years, he held key positions including serving as a director, which helped him gain crucial insights into the company’s operations and strategic direction.

    Progressing through various leadership roles, he distinguished himself as COO and President of the Outdoor Division, where he contributed significantly to the company’s growth. His leadership was further recognized when he was appointed CEO in February 2011, a role that further underscored his capability in steering the company through challenging market conditions.

    In addition to his corporate responsibilities, Sean E. Reilly's career reflects a deep understanding of mergers and acquisitions, strategic planning, and operational excellence. His evolution from an early career role to the top leadership position at Lamar Advertising highlights his commitment to innovation and excellence in the advertising industry.

    $LAMR Performance Under Sean E. Reilly

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR)Chief Operating Officer and President of the Outdoor DivisionNovember 2001 - February 2011 Promoted to CEO
    Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR)Director1999 - 2003 Served as a board director
    Wireless One, Inc.Chief Executive Officer1994 - 1997 Pre-LAMR role at a wireless cable television company
    Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR)Director1989 - 1996 Served as a board director
    Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR)Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions1987 - 1994 Held this role until 1994

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023
    Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Base Salary$700,000Annual 2023Fixed annual salary.
    Deferred Compensation Plan$50,000Annual 2023Employer contribution under the Company's deferred compensation plan.
    All Other Compensation$669,697Annual 2023Includes Personal Use of Company Aircraft ($390,398), Dividends on Unvested LTIP Units ($220,000), plus other perquisites.

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023

    Performance-Based Incentive Cash Bonus

    MetricWeightThreshold / TargetActual AttainmentPayout AmountEvaluation Period & Vesting
    Pro Forma Net Revenue Growth50%<2.5% = 0%, 2.5%-<2.7% = 65%, 3.9%+ = 100%, >4.4% up to 200%0%Portion of $180,000Performance measured in Fiscal 2023; paid following year upon Certification.
    Pro Forma EBITDA Growth50%Same as above90%Portion of $180,000Performance measured in Fiscal 2023; paid following year upon Certification.

    Additional Detail: A $250,000 discretionary cash award was also granted, bringing the total cash bonus to $430,000.

    Incentive Equity Awards (Plan-Based Awards)

    ComponentTarget AwardPerformance ThresholdsActual PerformanceAward Details
    LTIP Units44,000 units50% weight each for Pro Forma Net Revenue and EBITDA Growth; Revenue: 0% earned, EBITDA: 90% earned19,800 units earned based on EBITDA + 3,323 discretionary units = 23,123 total units earnedGrant Date: February 23, 2023; Grant Date Fair Value: $4,482,280; Vesting upon Certification (February 21, 2024).

    Note: For equity awards, there was no opportunity to exceed 100% of the target award, aside from the discretionary adjustment awarded by the Compensation Committee.

    CAP (Compensation Actually Paid) Adjustments

    ComponentMetric/ResultDetails
    Equity Awards AdjustmentAdjusted Equity Value: $5,130,840Reflects accrued dividend adjustments on LTIP Units.
    Year-End Fair Value$4,676,320Year-over-Year Change: $454,250.
    Final CAP for 2023$6,930,537Includes both cash and equity adjustments.

    Summary: The performance compensation for Fiscal 2023 includes both cash bonus and equity-based awards. Performance was evaluated based on Pro Forma Net Revenue Growth and Pro Forma EBITDA Growth over Fiscal 2023 with strict thresholds (minimum achievement at 65% and maximum payout up to 200% for the cash bonus), with vesting conditions and evaluations overseen by the Compensation Committee. The detailed award metrics, thresholds, actual achievement, and resultant payouts are reflected in the tables above.