Andrew C. Wiechmann

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at MSCI

Since September 2020

Age

45 years

Education

Holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Physics and Economics from Hamilton College.

Tenure

Joined MSCI in 2012 and served in several roles including Head of Strategy and Corporate Development, Financial Planning & Analysis, Investor Relations, Interim CFO, Chief Strategy Officer, and Treasurer before being promoted to CFO in September 2020.

Also at MSCI

CBP

C.D. Baer Pettit

President and COO

RJG

Robert J. Gutowski

General Counsel and Head of Corporate Affairs

About

Andrew C. Wiechmann has developed a robust career in finance by leveraging a strong academic foundation and substantial industry experience. With a background in both physics and economics, he refined his analytical skills early on, setting the stage for a successful transition into the world of financial services.

At MSCI, his career progressed through multiple pivotal roles that honed his expertise in corporate development, financial planning, and investor relations. This trajectory not only reflects his versatility and leadership but also underscores his commitment to driving strategic initiatives within a complex and dynamic financial landscape.

Prior to his MSCI tenure, his work as an investment banker at Morgan Stanley provided him with invaluable insights into mergers and acquisitions and capital markets transactions, experiences that have significantly contributed to his strategic acumen at MSCI.

His continued ascent to the role of Chief Financial Officer exemplifies his ability to navigate complex financial decisions and lead transformative projects, making him a key figure in shaping the future direction of the company.

Past Roles

Organization	Role	Date Range	Details
MSCI	Treasurer	November 2021 to June 2022	N/A
MSCI	Chief Strategy Officer	May 2019 to September 2020	N/A
MSCI	Interim Chief Financial Officer	March 2019 to May 2019	N/A
MSCI	Head of Investor Relations	December 2017 to March 2019	N/A
MSCI	Head of Financial Planning & Analysis	July 2015 to December 2017	N/A
MSCI	Head of Strategy and Corporate Development	July 2012 to March 2019	N/A
Morgan Stanley	Investment Banker	Pre-2012	Executed M&A and capital markets transactions for fintech and specialty finance companies.

Fixed Compensation

Data from FY 2023

Component Name	Amount	Payment Schedule	Additional Details
Base Salary	$550,000	Annual	Fixed annual base salary.
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)	$630,489 (1,137 RSUs)	Cliff-vest on February 2, 2026	Grant Date Fair Value; subject to continued service.
Dividend Equivalents	$29,876	Quarterly (1Q: $21,338; 2Q–4Q: $2,846 each)	Reflects dividend contributions on outstanding awards.
Stock Awards Vesting	$1,140,543 (2,045 shares)	Early 2023	Value realized on vesting; exact vesting date not explicitly stated.
Unvested RSUs (Outstanding Equity Awards)	$1,166,370 (2,062 RSUs)	Vesting Dates: Feb 4, 2024 (215 RSUs); Feb 3, 2025 (710 RSUs); Feb 2, 2026 (1,137 RSUs)	Market value based on share price of $565.65 as of December 29, 2023.

Performance Compensation

Data from FY 2023

Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)

Metric Category	Weight (%)	Threshold	Target ($)	Maximum ($)	Vesting/Evaluation Period	Grant Date	Additional Details
Financial Metrics	70%	N/A	$750,000	$1,125,000	Based on fiscal year performance	January 25, 2023	Revenue (20%), Adjusted EPS (30%), Total Net Sales (40%), Free Cash Flow (10%)
Individual KPIs	20%	N/A	$750,000	$1,125,000	""	January 25, 2023	Tied to individual performance metrics
DE&I Goals	10%	N/A	$750,000	$1,125,000	""	January 25, 2023	Focus on diversity, equity & inclusion targets

Performance Stock Units (PSUs)

Metric	Value/Condition
Performance Metric	Absolute TSR CAGR
Threshold	8.0% TSR CAGR (25% vesting)
Target	10.0% TSR CAGR (100% vesting)
Maximum	≥30.0% TSR CAGR (300% vesting)
Vesting Schedule	Cliff-vest on February 1, 2026
Evaluation Period	February 2, 2023 – February 1, 2026
Grant Date	February 2, 2023
Grant Date Fair Value	$735,561

Performance Stock Options (PSOs)

Metric	Value/Condition
Performance Metrics	Cumulative Revenue (50%) and Cumulative Adjusted EPS (50%)
Payout Adjustment	Vest between 0% and 200% of the target
Target Options	3,732 options
Maximum Options	7,464 options (200% of target)
Vesting Schedule	Cliff-vest on February 2, 2026
Evaluation Period	January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2025
Grant Date	February 2, 2023
Grant Date Fair Value	$735,092
Grant Date Stock Price	$554.52
Conditions	Double-performance mechanism; exercise only if share price exceeds exercise price

Unearned Performance Stock Units (Outstanding Equity Awards – PSUs)

Metric	Value/Condition
Performance Metric	TSR CAGR
Payout Adjustment	0% to 300% of target
Target PSUs	1,070 PSUs
Maximum PSUs	3,210 PSUs
Vesting Schedule	Cliff-vest at period end (February 2, 2023 – February 1, 2026)
Grant Date	February 2, 2023
Grant Date Fair Value	$735,561
Grant Date Stock Price	$554.52

Unearned Performance Stock Options (Outstanding Equity Awards – PSOs)

Metric	Value/Condition
Performance Metrics	Cumulative Revenue (50%) and Cumulative Adjusted EPS (50%)
Payout Adjustment	Vest between 0% and 200% of the target
Target Options	3,732 PSOs
Maximum Options	7,464 PSOs (200% of target)
Vesting Schedule	Cliff-vest on February 2, 2026
Evaluation Period	January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2025
Grant Date	February 2, 2023
Grant Date Fair Value	$735,092
Grant Date Stock Price	$554.52
Conditions	Must exceed exercise price; double-performance mechanism applies