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    Rick E. Winningham

    Chief Executive Officer at Theravance Biopharma Inc
    Board
    Since June 2014
    Age
    64 years
    Education
    Holds an M.B.A. from Texas Christian University and a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University.
    Tenure
    Joined TBPH during its spin-off from Innoviva in June 2014 and has served as Chief Executive Officer since then, while also holding the position of Chairman since July 2013.

    Also at Theravance Biopharma Inc

    ÁM
    Áine Miller
    **Senior Vice President, Development and Head of Ireland Office**
    AS
    Aziz Sawaf
    Senior President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
    BAG
    Brett A. Grimaud
    Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary

    About

    Rick E. Winningham is a seasoned leader in the biopharmaceutical industry, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer and Chairman at Theravance Biopharma, Inc. At 64 years old as of March 2024, he brings decades of expertise in global marketing and operational management to the role.

    With a strong background in medicine-related business administrations, he holds an M.B.A. from Texas Christian University along with a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University. His early career included significant roles at Bristol Myers Squibb, where he developed extensive experience across various therapeutic networks.

    Since joining TBPH in June 2014 during its spin-off from Innoviva, he has overseen major corporate initiatives, including the commercialization of breakthrough pharmaceuticals and financial strategies that enhanced shareholder value. His leadership at TBPH has been marked by the achievement of key milestones, including capital return programs and the attainment of Non-GAAP profitability.

    $TBPH Performance Under Rick E. Winningham

    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Retrotope, Inc. Board Member February 2021 - January 2022 Served on board
    OncoMed Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Board Member June 2015 - April 2019 Served on board
    Innoviva, Inc. Chief Executive Officer October 2001 - August 2014 Led the company prior to TBPH spin-off
    Innoviva, Inc. Chairman of the Board of Directors April 2010 - October 2014 Oversaw board activities preceding TBPH role
    Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) President, Oncology/Immunology/OTN 1997 - 2001 Oversaw the Oncology/Immunology/Oncology Therapeutics Network
    Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) President, Global Marketing 2000 - 2001 Responsible for global marketing across various therapeutic areas
    Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) and predecessor Various U.S. & Global Management Positions 1986 - 2001 Held multiple senior management roles

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc Board Member Current N/A
    Rivus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Board Member Current N/A

    Fixed Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023
    Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
    Salary$1,047,431 Annual (2023 salary payments)Includes amounts deferred pursuant to the company’s 401(k) plan
    All Other Compensation$5,000 Annual (2023 fixed payment)Includes miscellaneous benefits and retirement contributions

    Performance Compensation

    Data from  FY 2023

    Performance Bonus

    Metric CategoryTarget / ThresholdActual AchievementAdditional Details
    Commercial GoalsNet Sales: N/A; New Hospital Sales: Goal not explicitly statedNet Sales: 30% achievement; New Hospital Sales: 125% achievement Net Sales target not achieved; hospital goal exceeded
    R&D GoalsPIFR 2 Results: N/A; Ampreloxetine Enrollment: N/A; Orphan Drug Designation: N/APIFR 2 Results: Not achieved; Ampreloxetine Enrollment: 25%; Orphan Drug Designation: 100% Performance metrics set to be challenging; details provided for each measure
    Corporate GoalsNon-GAAP Net Income: N/A; Employee-Centered Goal: N/ANon-GAAP Net Income: 110%; Employee-Centered Goal: 100% Metrics focused on operating performance and employee engagement
    Overall Bonus Award100% of target40% of target; Cash bonus awarded: $251,000 Bonus awarded at a reduced percentage by the compensation committee

    Performance Share-Based Awards

    Performance Stock Units (PSUs)

    Award TypeGrant DateGrant Date Fair ValueGrant Date Stock PriceNumber of UnitsVesting SchedulePerformance Metrics / Thresholds
    PSUsMarch 2023 $3,015,100 $10.04 per share 165,000 25% vest on Feb 20, 2024; 6.25% quarterly thereafter 20 trading day average closing price milestones: $13.05, $16.06, $19.08 (each milestone triggers vesting of 33.33% of PSUs)

    Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)

    Award TypeGrant DateNumber of UnitsVesting ScheduleAdditional Details
    RSUsMarch 2023 165,000 25% vest on Feb 20, 2024; remaining units vest in equal quarterly installments over three years Standard time-based vesting provided continuous service