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Adam Aron is the CEO of Vail Resorts, a big player in the ski and vacation industry. He started as CEO in 2001 and has been steering the company through many ups and downs. Aron has a Bachelor’s degree in...

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Adam Aron

Ex-CEO of Vail Resorts

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Pennsylvania

Field of Expertise

Sales & Marketing - Marketing

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

August 29, 1955 - 69 years ago

CEO of Vail Resorts for

5 years 3 months (Mar 2001 - Jun 2006)

Previous Experience

President and Chief Executive Officer of the Philadelphia 76ers; Senior Vice President of Marketing and Sales at the Walt Disney Company; Senior Vice President of Marketing at Universal Studios

Holdings

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Over the years, Adam Aron's holdings have shown significant fluctuations, reflecting his personal stake in Vail Resorts. His insider trading activity peaked notably in late 2020, with several transactions hitting values above $7 million each month. At one point, his...

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Compensation History

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Adam Aron’s compensation package at Vail Resorts has varied greatly during his tenure. His salary in 2006 was about $829,929, complemented by other benefits and bonuses. For instance, he received a substantial bonus of $924,000 in 2005 based on company performance metrics, showcasing a strong connection between his earnings and Vail's success. His total compensation reached a high of $1.77 million in 2005, showing the fluctuations in his payment structure depending on performance and company health. The structure emphasizes 'pay for performance', meaning his earnings are closely tied to how well Vail Resorts does, benefiting both him and the shareholders. This system incentivizes him to lead the company effectively and strive for annual goals.

Year

2006

Total Compensation

$1.70M

Salary

$829.93K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy is designed to attract, retain, and motivate talented executives, emphasizing pay for performance and aligning executive interests with those of stockholders.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

The bonus is based on the Management Incentive Plan, contingent upon the Company achieving specific performance targets for the year.

Other

$19.75K

Board Justification

Includes contributions to the 401(k) plan, premiums for supplemental life and disability insurance, and other benefits such as lodging and ski school privileges.

Restricted Stock

$847.91K(15.83K restricted stock)

Board Justification

The vested stock consists of restricted shares that vest in equal monthly installments over a three-year period, with the last reported closing price per share of $53.55.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics include achieving Reported EBITDA targets and individual performance objectives.

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