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William M. Walker

Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer at Walker & Dunlop
Board
Since January 2007
Age
57 years
Education
Holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government from St. Lawrence University and a Master’s in Business Administration from Harvard University.
Tenure
Joined WD as a board member in February 2000, later serving in roles including Executive Vice President and COO, President, and CEO since January 2007.

Also at Walker & Dunlop

GAF
Gregory A. Florkowski
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
PAP
Paula A. Pryor
Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
SPT
Stephen P. Theobald
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

About

William M. Walker is the Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer at WD and is 57 years old as of March 2025. His longstanding association with the company began in February 2000 when he first joined as a board member, and he later advanced to senior leadership positions, serving as Executive Vice President and COO, President, and ultimately CEO since January 2007.

His career at WD reflects a robust commitment to strategic leadership and operational excellence, contributing significantly to the growth and prominence of the organization in the commercial real estate finance industry.

Walker’s educational background, which includes a Bachelor of Arts in Government from St. Lawrence University and an MBA from Harvard University, further underscores his preparedness for executive leadership. In addition, he actively participates in external boards and industry associations, enhancing his reputation as a dedicated leader in the sector.

$WD Performance Under William M. Walker

Past Roles

OrganizationRoleDate Range
Walker & Dunlop President January 2005 - April 2015
Walker & Dunlop Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer September 2003 - January 2005

External Roles

OrganizationRoleDate Range
National Multifamily Housing Council Board Member N/A
United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee Foundation Board Member N/A
Real Estate Round Table Member N/A

Fixed Compensation

Data from  FY 2024
Component NameAmountPayment ScheduleAdditional Details
Base Salary$1,000,000 AnnuallyRemained unchanged from previous years.
All Other Compensation$4,500 AnnuallyIncludes the company's matching contribution to the executive's 401(k) plan.

Performance Compensation

Data from  FY 2024

Stock Awards

MetricThresholdTargetMaximumAdditional Details
Restricted StockN/A N/A N/A 18,821 shares granted.
Performance Share Units (PSUs)18,821 shares 37,642 shares 94,105 shares Based on average diluted EPS, aggregate total revenues, and return on equity over the 2024-2026 period.
  • Grant Date: March 20, 2024.
  • Grant Date Fair Value: $1,749,977 for both Restricted Stock and PSUs.
  • Vesting Schedule: Restricted Stock vests in one-third increments on February 15, 2025, 2026, and 2027 ; PSUs payout is contingent upon achieving performance goals during the 2024-2026 performance period.

Non-Equity Incentive Plan Compensation

MetricThresholdTargetMaximumActual Performance
Adjusted EBITDAN/A N/A N/A Above Target.
Total RevenuesN/A N/A N/A Above Target.
Diluted EPSN/A N/A N/A Between Threshold and Target.
Corporate Leadership InitiativesN/A N/A N/A Maximum.
Human Capital InitiativesN/A N/A N/A Maximum.
  • Payout Amount: $3,070,707 (111.7% of target).
  • Performance Levels:
    • Threshold: $1,375,000 (50% of base salary).
    • Target: $2,750,000 (275% of base salary).
    • Maximum: $4,125,000 (412.5% of base salary).
  • Evaluation Period: Annual performance with assessment based on predetermined financial goals and strategic objectives.
  • Vesting Schedule: Not applicable as this is cash-based compensation.