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    James J. Rhyu

    Chief Executive Officer at Stride Inc
    Board
    Since January 2021
    Age
    54 years
    Education
    Holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Business Administration from the London Business School.
    Tenure
    Joined LRN in June 2013 as Chief Financial Officer, was promoted to President in April 2020, and became Chief Executive Officer in January 2021.

    Also at Stride Inc

    DMB
    Donna M. Blackman
    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
    LO
    Les Ottolenghi
    Chief Information and Technology Officer
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    Todd Goldthwaite
    Managing Director of Portfolio Companies

    About

    James J. Rhyu is a seasoned finance and executive professional who is currently the Chief Executive Officer at LRN. At the age of 54 as of Q1 2025 , he brings decades of cross-industry experience to his role, having built a strong foundation in corporate finance and strategic management.

    He began his career at Ernst & Young LLP as an auditor before serving in financial leadership roles at companies like Sirius XM Radio Inc., Graftech International, and Dow Jones & Company. His tenure at Match.com and later at LRN—where he joined in June 2013 as Chief Financial Officer, advanced to President in April 2020, and assumed the role of CEO in January 2021—demonstrates his ability to manage and transform business operations.

    His educational background from the Wharton School of Business and the London Business School has been instrumental in shaping his strategic and analytical approach. Rhyu's career trajectory reflects a commitment to excellence in financial leadership and operational oversight, which continues to drive growth and innovation at LRN.

    $LRN Performance Under James J. Rhyu

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Stride, Inc. (formerly K12 Inc.) President, Corporate Strategy, Marketing and Technology Apr 2020 – Jan 2021 Held until his transition to CEO
    Stride, Inc. (formerly K12 Inc.) Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jun 2013 – Apr 2020 Served as CFO until his promotion in April 2020
    Match.com Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer Jun 2011 – Jun 2013 Oversaw finance, HR, legal, IT, operations, international operations, and product development
    Dow Jones & Company Senior Vice President of Finance Jan 2009 – May 2011 Managed the global financial function
    Sirius XM Radio Inc. / XM Satellite Radio Corporate Controller 3 years (N/A) Held the role at both companies
    Graftech International Corporate Controller N/A Served in a similar role as at Sirius XM Radio Inc.
    Ernst & Young LLP Auditor 6 years (N/A) Worked in the United States and South America

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024
    Component NameAmount ($)Payment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Base Salary1,000,000 Annual17.6% increase from 2023 base salary (from $850,000)
    Time-Based RSAs4,799,751 Semi-annual vesting over three years117,930 shares granted on August 18, 2023; time-based component of Stock Awards
    Nonequity Incentive Plan Compensation2,596,538 Annual (Executive Bonus Plan)Target bonus of 1,500,000 with maximum potential up to 3,000,000
    All Other Compensation15,473 AnnualIncludes miscellaneous benefits such as health, welfare, and retirement contributions
    Termination Without Cause3,521,430 Upon termination eventComprises salary continuation of 2,000,000, bonus of 1,500,000, and benefit continuation of 21,430
    Change in Control (and Qualifying Termination)44,730,091 Upon change in control eventIncludes salary continuation of 2,000,000; bonus of 4,500,000; benefit continuation of 21,430; RSA vesting of 11,567,711; PSU vesting of 26,641,950

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2024

    Long-Term Incentive Awards

    ComponentMetric NameThresholdTargetOutperform (Cap)Shares (Target)Fair Value ($)WeightVesting ScheduleEvaluation PeriodGrant DateGrant Date Stock Price
    Adjusted Operating Income PSUsAdjusted Operating Income$156.6M (50% payout) $172.3M (100% payout) $203.6M (200% payout) 66,335 5,399,669 50% Immediate vesting upon performance achievement at period end Three years August 18, 2023 $40.70
    Stock Price CAGR PSUsStock Price CAGR10% CAGR (50% payout) 20% CAGR (100% payout) 40% CAGR (200% payout) 22,110 1,811,693 50% Immediate vesting upon performance achievement at period end Three years August 18, 2023 $40.70

    Grants of Plan-Based Awards

    ComponentMetric NameThresholdTargetMaximumShares (Target)Fair Value ($)Vesting ScheduleEvaluation TimingGrant DateGrant Date Stock Price
    Gross Margin Percentage PSUsGross Margin Percentage66,335 shares 132,670 shares 265,340 shares 132,670 5,399,669 100% vested in September 2024 Measured as of end of fiscal 2024 August 18, 2023 $40.70
    Stock Price Growth PSUsStock Price Growth22,110 shares 44,220 shares 88,440 shares 44,220 1,811,693 Vesting contingent on measurement as of September 15, 2024 Based on average closing price over preceding 20 calendar days August 18, 2023 $40.70
    Adjusted Operating Income PSUs (Plan-Based)Adjusted Operating IncomeN/A117,930 shares N/A117,930 4,799,751 Vesting at the end of fiscal 2025 Measured at the end of fiscal 2025 August 18, 2023 $40.70