Amy Hauk is the current CEO of Victoria's Secret & Co., a company she has been leading since July 2021. With a solid background in marketing, she earned her MBA from Harvard Business School, equipping her with skills to navigate...

Amy Hauk is the current CEO of Victoria's Secret & Co., a company she has been leading since July 2021. With a solid background in marketing, she earned her MBA from Harvard Business School, equipping her with skills to navigate the competitive retail landscape. In 2023, her total compensation reached $2.75 million, which included a significant bonus based on the company’s performance. She has shown her confidence in Victoria's Secret by trading shares worth up to $12.80 million in 2021, reflecting her belief in the company's growth. Throughout her tenure, she has focused on aligning executive pay with the company’s success, emphasizing revenue growth and operating income. Over the years, light fluctuations in her stock holdings indicate her commitment to the company’s vision. Under her leadership, Victoria's Secret is navigating a brand transformation to return to its former glory while addressing contemporary market trends. Hauk's hands-on approach and extensive experience in marketing help position Victoria's Secret for future success.

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Amy Hauk

CEO of Victoria's Secret

Education

MBA from Harvard Business School

Field of Expertise

Sales & Marketing - Marketing

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

January 1, 1977 - 48 years ago

CEO of Victoria's Secret for

3 years 9 months (Jul 2021 - Present)

Previous Experience

CEO of PINK

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Amy Hauk

Holdings

See how much did Amy Hauk make over time.

Since becoming CEO, Amy Hauk has been actively buying and selling shares in Victoria's Secret. In 2021, she peaked with insider trades valued at $12.80 million. However, her holdings saw some fluctuations, dropping to $1.84 million by late 2023. Her...

Since becoming CEO, Amy Hauk has been actively buying and selling shares in Victoria's Secret. In 2021, she peaked with insider trades valued at $12.80 million. However, her holdings saw some fluctuations, dropping to $1.84 million by late 2023. Her strategy indicates a strong belief in the brand's potential while managing her investments wisely. Over time, she has had her highest stock values early in her tenure, reflecting a confident start but noticeable decreases as she navigates challenges in the retail market. Despite these ups and downs, she continues to manage her stocks closely, maintaining a significant personal stake in the company.

Total Stock Sold

$2.32M

VSCO

$2.32M

42,884 VSCO shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Amy Hauk didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra VSCO42,884 shares worth $2.50M.
This is 7.45% and $173.10K more than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Amy Hauk.

VSCO

13,657 shares

VSCO

Aug 1, 2022

Received

VSCO

$337.97K

VSCO at $39.00/share

Jun 9, 2022

Sale

VSCO

$134.54K

VSCO at $50.64/share

Mar 23, 2022

Sale

VSCO

18,644 shares

VSCO

Mar 16, 2022

Received

VSCO

$1.85M

VSCO at $58.77/share

Nov 22, 2021

Sale

VSCO

188,124 shares

VSCO

Aug 3, 2021

Received

Compensation History

See how much did Amy Hauk make over time.

In 2023, Amy Hauk earned a total compensation of $2.75 million as CEO of Victoria's Secret & Co. Most of her pay came from a $1 million salary and a $500,000 bonus, which was tied to the company’s performance measures like revenue growth. Additionally, she received $1.5 million in stock that vested, showcasing the company’s ability to meet its goals. This was a significant increase from 2022 when her total compensation was $1.90 million, mainly due to a lower bonus and fewer stocks falling into the vested category. Hauk has positioned her compensation to align closely with the company's performance, ensuring that her interests as a leader are closely tied to the success of Victoria's Secret. Her pay structure is designed to attract top talent while rewarding performance based on specific metrics.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$3.25M

Salary

$1.00M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy aligns executive pay with company performance, peer benchmarking, and retention strategies to attract and retain top talent.

Bonus

$500.00K

Board Justification

The bonus is based on the company's performance metrics including revenue growth and operating income targets for fiscal 2023.

Other

$250.00K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes health benefits, retirement contributions, and other perquisites provided to the CEO.

Restricted Stock

$1.50M(20K RSU)

Board Justification

The vested stock consists of performance share units that were granted in previous years and vested in 2023 based on achieving specific performance goals.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics include revenue growth, operating income, and total shareholder return.

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Martin Waters

Ex-CEO of Victoria's Secret

January 2024 - September 2024