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    Timothy S. Teter

    EVP, General Counsel and Secretary at NVIDIA Corp
    Since February 2018
    Age
    58 years
    Education
    Holds a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Davis and a J.D. degree from Stanford Law School.
    Tenure
    Joined NVDA in 2017 as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, and was promoted to Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary in February 2018.

    Also at NVIDIA Corp

    About

    Timothy S. Teter has built a strong foundation with a background in engineering and law. He earned a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering and a J.D. degree, providing him with the technical and legal expertise necessary for complex corporate challenges.

    Before joining NVDA, he spent over two decades at a law firm where he specialized in patent and technology-related litigation, following early career experience as an engineer at an aerospace company. This blend of technical and legal experience has been instrumental in shaping his approach to legal affairs.

    At NVDA, he began his tenure in 2017 and was elevated to his current role as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary in February 2018. In this capacity, he oversees key legal and governance matters, contributing significantly to the company’s strategic direction.

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    NVDA Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary2017 - Feb 2018Held the position before being promoted to EVP, General Counsel and Secretary
    Cooley LLP Attorney (Patent Litigation Focus)N/AWorked for over two decades focusing on litigating patent and technology-related matters
    Lockheed Missiles and Space Company EngineerPre-law schoolWorked as an engineer prior to attending law school

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2025
    Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Base Salary$850,000 AnnualRemained flat compared to Fiscal 2024
    RSUs$6,200,000 (86,080 shares) Annual Grant (FY2025)Increase of $2.6M (74%) from Fiscal 2024 target
    Equity Compensation$12,400,000 AnnualIncrease of $3.5M (39%) from Fiscal 2024 target

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2025

    Variable Cash Plan

    MetricDetail
    Performance MetricRevenue (1-year)
    Threshold$45.0B revenue for 50% payout
    Target/Base$90.0B revenue for 100% payout
    Stretch$110.0B revenue for 200% payout
    Target Opportunity$250,000
    Maximum Payout$500,000 (200% of target)
    Payout CalculationStraight-line interpolation between thresholds
    Actual ResultExceeded Stretch goal resulting in $500,000 payout
    Vesting ScheduleNot applicable (cash-based)

    SY PSUs

    MetricDetail
    Performance MetricAnnual Non-GAAP Operating Income
    Vesting Schedule4 years
    Threshold21,520 shares
    Target43,040 shares
    Maximum86,080 shares (200% payout achieved)
    Grant DateMarch 8, 2024
    Grant Date Fair Value$3,764,666
    ConditionsVesting contingent on meeting pre-established operating income criteria

    MY PSUs

    MetricDetail
    Performance Metric3-year Total Shareholder Return (TSR) relative to the S&P 500
    Vesting Schedule3 years
    Grant DateMarch 8, 2024
    Grant Date Fair Value$6,544,835
    Threshold10,760 shares
    Target43,040 shares
    Maximum86,080 shares
    Additional DetailsActual eligible vesting quantity to be determined after performance period evaluations; grant date stock price not provided