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Bom Kim is the CEO and founder of Coupang, a big player in e-commerce, known for disrupting the online shopping landscape in South Korea. He graduated from Harvard University, which gives him a unique edge in business. He was born...

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Bom Kim

Founder and Ex-CEO of Coupang

Education

Harvard University

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

June 1, 1981 - 44 years ago

CEO of Coupang for

11 years 1 month (Jun 2010 - Jul 2021)

Previous Experience

Founder of Coupang, Inc.

Holdings

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Bom Kim has shown a committed investment in Coupang, with his holdings reflecting significant monthly fluctuations. His wealth peaked in early 2023, with stock sales reaching up to $14 million in a single month. His confidence in Coupang is evident,...

Total Stock Sold

$60.54M

CPNG

$60.54M

1,200,000 CPNG shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Bom Kim didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra CPNG1,200,000 shares worth $59.10M.
This is -2.38% and $1.44M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

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CPNG

$42.00M

CPNG at $35.00/share

Mar 15, 2021

Sale

Compensation History

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Bom Kim's compensation at Coupang has been structured to align closely with the company's performance, highlighting a focus on long-term growth. In 2022, he earned a total of $1.93 million, which includes a salary of $1.1 million and additional benefits. Notably, there were no bonuses or stock awards that vested that year, emphasizing his commitment to the company’s overarching goals instead of personal financial gain. His pay reflects how his role is not just about receiving a salary but rather a broader vision for Coupang’s future. Earlier, in 2021, his total compensation was lower at about $1.59 million. This shows a willingness to adapt his compensation structure based on the company's situation, favoring long-term incentives rather than immediate rewards. Overall, his compensation reflects an understanding that his leadership directly influences Coupang's success and the trust placed in him by the board and investors.

Year

2021

Total Compensation

$1.59M

Salary

$890.99K

Board Justification

Coupang's compensation philosophy aims to attract, retain, and reward highly qualified executives while aligning their interests with those of stockholders through a balance of base salary and long-term equity incentives.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

No bonuses were awarded in 2021.

Other

$697.00K

Board Justification

This amount includes security and transportation costs, housing and moving costs, education expenses, insurance premiums, executive benefits, and tax filing services.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 )

Board Justification

No stock awards were vested in 2021 as the focus is on the total compensation excluding stock grants.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining the compensation of the CEO are based on the company's overall performance and individual contributions.

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