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Patrick Kaltenbach

President and Chief Executive Officer at METTLER TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC/
Since April 1, 2021
Age
61 years
Tenure
Joined Mettler-Toledo in January 2021 and was promoted to President and Chief Executive Officer on April 1, 2021.

Also at METTLER TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC/

CM
Christian Magloth
Head of Human Resources
GK
Gerhard Keller
Head of Process Analytics
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Marc de La Guéronnière
Head of European and North American Market Organizations

About

Patrick Kaltenbach has established a robust career in leadership roles across several major companies. Beginning his journey at Hewlett-Packard and later at Agilent Technologies, he built extensive expertise in the life sciences and applied markets sectors.

Upon joining Mettler-Toledo in January 2021, he quickly advanced within the organization and assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer on April 1, 2021, demonstrating a strong commitment to operational excellence and strategic growth.

In his role at Mettler-Toledo, his leadership has been instrumental in achieving significant sales growth and implementing margin improvement initiatives, which highlight his capability to navigate complex market challenges and drive business performance.

While detailed personal background and educational history are not provided, his extensive career in prominent roles underscores a deep commitment to innovation and excellence in the industries he serves.

$MTD Performance Under Patrick Kaltenbach

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Becton DickinsonPresident, Life Sciences Segment2018-2021Served until joining MTD
Agilent TechnologiesPresident, Life Sciences and Applied Markets Group2014-2018Held a leading role during this period
Hewlett Packard / AgilentVarious Leadership Roles1991-2014Held multiple leadership positions since joining in 1991

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2023
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Base Salary$1,001,001 AnnualFixed base salary component for 2023.
Retirement Contribution$207,723 AnnualRetirement contribution for 2023.
Swiss Insurance Contribution$25,180 AnnualSwiss insurance contribution for 2023.
Allowances$17,351 AnnualAllowances included for 2023.
Miscellaneous Benefits$9,375 AnnualMiscellaneous benefits for 2023.
Tax Equalization Payments$96,235 AnnualTax equalization payments for 2023.

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2023

Annual Cash Incentive (POBS Plus Incentive Plan)

Performance MetricThresholdTargetMaximumActual PerformanceNotes
Adjusted Non-GAAP EPS$42.99 $44.34 $48.39 $38.26
Net Cash Flow (in million $)$1,069.3 $1,127.1 $1,300.5 $1,074.0
Group Sales (in million $)$4,060.7 $4,144.4 $4,395.5 $3,834.4 Measured at budgeted currency rates
Incentive Payout (% of Base Salary)N/A50% 169.4% N/ABased on achievement levels

Performance Share Units (PSUs)

  • Grant Date: 11/09/2023
  • Grant Date Fair Value: $4,405,471
  • Grant Date Stock Price: $1,024.55 per share
MetricThresholdTargetMaximumNotes
Units Earned0 units 1,331 units 2,662 units Based on relative TSR percentile (30th yields 0, 60th yields target, >=75th yields maximum) with 3-year cliff vesting

Performance Options

  • Grant Date: 11/09/2023
  • Grant Date Fair Value: $1,499,883
  • Grant Date Stock Price: $1,024.55 per share
MetricCondition/PerformanceResulting OptionsNotes
Options Earned< 3% CAGR0 options
3% CAGR50% of target
4% CAGR (Target)2,504 options Target performance
≥ 5% CAGR3,756 options Maximum performance with 4-year cliff vesting ending December 31, 2027

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)

  • Grant Date: 11/09/2023
  • Grant Date Fair Value: $999,961
  • Units Granted: 976 units
  • Vesting Schedule: Vests in three equal annual installments starting on the first anniversary