Alexander Tokman served as the CEO of Microvision Inc from January 2006 until November 2017. During his time, he focused on leading the company's efforts in developing advanced display technologies, particularly their PicoP scanning technology. Under his leadership, Microvision worked...

Alexander Tokman served as the CEO of Microvision Inc from January 2006 until November 2017. During his time, he focused on leading the company's efforts in developing advanced display technologies, particularly their PicoP scanning technology. Under his leadership, Microvision worked towards enhancing its product offerings and targeting various markets, including augmented reality and automotive applications. Although he had a mix of compensation over the years, including years with no reported total compensation, his role was critical in steering the company through its technological advancements. Tokman's insight into the tech industry has provided Microvision with a strong foundation for future growth. An interesting aspect of his tenure was the sharp fluctuations in his personal holdings as reflected in his insider trading, peaking at over $3.5 million in June 2021.

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Alexander Tokman

Ex-CEO of Microvision

Sector of Economy

Technology

CEO of Microvision for

11 years 10 months (Jan 2006 - Nov 2017)

Previous Experience

Unknown

Rivals

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Holdings

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Throughout his time at Microvision, Alexander Tokman has seen significant fluctuations in his personal stock holdings. Notably, in 2021, his insider trading peaked with monthly sales exceeding $3.5 million. This impressive figure shows the confidence he had in the company’s...

Throughout his time at Microvision, Alexander Tokman has seen significant fluctuations in his personal stock holdings. Notably, in 2021, his insider trading peaked with monthly sales exceeding $3.5 million. This impressive figure shows the confidence he had in the company’s direction and his active management of his holdings. Over the years, he has made various trades, with monthly values often hitting impressive highs, like $2.77 million in February 2021 and a notable $801,830 in December 2020. His ability to navigate the stock market and capitalize on Microvision’s performances led to a wealth of over $6 million temporarily during financial highs. The consistency of his trading activity further highlights his hands-on approach to managing not just the company but also his personal investments in a fluctuating market. Today, his holdings show a more measured but still substantial activity as he manages his portfolio in line with the company’s performance.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

MVIS @ $1.28

Insider Trading

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MVIS

$50.00K

MVIS at $1.07/share

Dec 14, 2016

Purchase

MVIS

5,785 shares

MVIS

Jun 1, 2016

Received

MVIS

$23.35K

MVIS at $2.33/share

Nov 13, 2015

Purchase

MVIS

6,129 shares

MVIS

Jun 3, 2014

Received

MVIS

$12.69K

MVIS at $1.27/share

Dec 5, 2013

Purchase

MVIS

$27.00K

MVIS at $1.35/share

Nov 19, 2013

Purchase

MVIS

60,746 shares

MVIS

Aug 8, 2013

Received

MVIS

$9.80K

MVIS at $0.39/share

Dec 9, 2011

Purchase

MVIS

$7.06K

MVIS at $0.47/share

Nov 16, 2011

Purchase

MVIS

$9.21K

MVIS at $0.92/share

Sep 8, 2011

Purchase

Compensation History

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Alexander Tokman’s compensation history at Microvision shows considerable variance. In 2016, his total compensation was reported at around $792,892, including a salary, bonus, and option grants. The specifics about his compensation are quite telling; for the years 2015 and 2017, he received no total compensation reported, indicating fluctuations in the company's financial strategy. His compensation philosophy at Microvision focused on aligning executive pay with company performance metrics, but specific details were often limited. Over the years, despite the ups and downs, his focus remained on leading the company forward, making strategic decisions that balanced employee retention and shareholder interests. While his cash earnings fluctuated, his leadership had a lasting impact on Microvision’s direction and adaptability in the tech industry during his tenure.

Year

2017

Total Compensation

$0.00

Salary

$0.00

Board Justification

The company aims to align compensation with performance metrics and market standards, but specific details for 2017 were not provided.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

No bonus was reported for the year 2017.

Other

$0.00

Board Justification

No other compensation was reported for the year 2017.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock was reported as vested in 2017.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics for compensation were not disclosed in the proxy statement.

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