Anton Dibowitz is the CEO of Valaris Limited, a leading offshore drilling company. He stepped into the role after serving as interim CEO and has about 20 years of experience in the drilling industry. Before joining Valaris in 2021, he...

Anton Dibowitz is the CEO of Valaris Limited, a leading offshore drilling company. He stepped into the role after serving as interim CEO and has about 20 years of experience in the drilling industry. Before joining Valaris in 2021, he was the CEO of Seadrill Limited and worked in various positions at Transocean and Ernst & Young. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and two Master's degrees from the University of Texas at Austin, making him well-equipped in finance and accounting. Under his leadership, Valaris has focused on improving safety and sustainability practices while expanding its operations and drilling capabilities. Interestingly, he has seen significant fluctuations in his stock holdings at Valaris, peaking at over $37 million in early 2022. Despite his high stake in the company's success, he didn't receive any cash bonuses or vested stock in 2022. His compensation reflects a focus on long-term performance and shareholder alignment. Dibowitz is committed to driving growth and value in a challenging market landscape.

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Anton Dibowitz

CEO of Valaris

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Master’s degrees in Professional Accounting (MPA) and Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Texas at Austin

Field of Expertise

Finance & Banking - Finance

Sector of Economy

Energy

Born

December 31, 1972 - 52 years ago

CEO of Valaris for

3 years 7 months (Sep 2021 - Present)

Previous Experience

Chief Executive Officer of Seadrill Limited from July 2017 until October 2020

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Anton Dibowitz

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Joseph Wm. Foran

Founder and CEO of Matador Resources

2023 Compensation

Stock

$11.09M

Salary

$1.35M

Bonus

$3.11M

Other

$25.70K

Total Holdings

$26.93M

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Jeffrey A. Miller

CEO of Halliburton

2023 Compensation

Stock

$27.46M

Salary

$1.60M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$659.12K

Total Holdings

$29.98M

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James H. Walter

CEO of Permian Resources

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$0.00

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$4.30K

Total Holdings

$163.30M

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William M. Hickey III

CEO of Permian Resources

2023 Compensation

Stock

$15.00M

Salary

$0.00

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$0.00

Total Holdings

$166.35M

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John J. Christmann IV

CEO of APA Corporation

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.30M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$611.30K

Total Holdings

$1.32M

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Anthony G. Petrello

CEO of Nabors Industries

2023 Compensation

Stock

$11.06M

Salary

$1.75M

Bonus

$1.58M

Other

$1.44M

Total Holdings

$24.52M

Holdings

See how much did Anton Dibowitz make over time.

Anton Dibowitz's holdings in Valaris Limited have seen interesting ups and downs. His wealth in stock peaked at over $37 million in mid-2022 but saw significant volatility as he sold shares, especially a massive $21 million worth in December 2021....

Anton Dibowitz's holdings in Valaris Limited have seen interesting ups and downs. His wealth in stock peaked at over $37 million in mid-2022 but saw significant volatility as he sold shares, especially a massive $21 million worth in December 2021. By 2023, his holdings remained robust but fluctuated around $9 to $10 million monthly. The highest concentration of his wealth was early 2022, showing a strong belief in Valaris's turnaround after his appointment. As of late 2023, despite not cashing in on many significant gains, he holds a sizeable position that underscores his alignment with shareholders' interests.

Charitable Transactions

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180,000 shares

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Recent Charitable Transactions

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180,000 shares

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Sep 27, 2024

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Anton Dibowitz.

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180,000 shares

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Sep 27, 2024

Charity

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110,539 shares

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Sep 4, 2024

Received

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17,775 shares

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Mar 5, 2024

Received

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10,446 shares

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Mar 10, 2023

Received

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103,304 shares

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Dec 8, 2021

Received

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18,434 shares

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Jul 1, 2021

Received

Compensation History

See how much did Anton Dibowitz make over time.

In 2022, Anton Dibowitz earned a total compensation of $964,090, which included a base salary of $950,000. Notably, he received no cash bonuses or vested stock that year, reflecting his position during a challenging period for the company. His pay package was designed to align with company performance, focusing on long-term growth rather than immediate rewards. His first year as CEO in 2021 saw a total compensation of only $304,947, which included stock grants that significantly increased the value of his total compensation once vested. This strategy reflects the emphasis Valaris places on sustaining shareholder value and long-term performance metrics, rather than short-term gains.

Year

2022

Total Compensation

$964.09K

Salary

$950.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy is designed to align with company performance, attract and retain top talent, and create long-term shareholder value.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

No cash bonus was awarded for the year 2022.

Other

$14.09K

Board Justification

This includes group term life insurance premiums and contributions to the defined contribution savings plan.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 RSU)

Board Justification

No stock grants were vested in 2022, only stock grants that are already vested are included in the report.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for the VCIP included safety performance, EBITDA, and strategic team goals.

Other Valaris CEOs

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Thomas Burke

Ex-CEO of Valaris

November 2020 - September 2021