Brent Handler is the co-founder and former CEO of Inspirato, a company he helped establish to transform the way people experience luxury travel. With a degree in Business Administration from the University of Colorado Boulder, he has deep roots in...

Brent Handler is the co-founder and former CEO of Inspirato, a company he helped establish to transform the way people experience luxury travel. With a degree in Business Administration from the University of Colorado Boulder, he has deep roots in the hospitality industry. Before Inspirato, Brent co-founded Exclusive Resorts, where he served as President for several years. His leadership at Inspirato started in January 2010, becoming CEO in February 2022. Under Brent's watch, Inspirato has aimed to innovate the vacation rental space. Interestingly, his total compensation in 2022 hit over $1.1 million, mostly from salary and bonuses, reflecting his significant role and company's performance. In terms of his investment in the company, he holds substantial Class A and Class V shares, demonstrating a strong belief in Inspirato's future. Brent also made notable insider trades recently, valued around $366,000 and $369,000, suggesting active management of his wealth tied to the company's stock. Overall, Brent has a proven track record in hospitality and a practical approach, key for leading a modern travel company.

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4. Compensation History

5. Other Inspirato CEOs

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Brent Handler

Founder and Ex-CEO of Inspirato

Education

B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Colorado Boulder.

Field of Expertise

Other - Hospitality

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

January 1, 1978 - 47 years ago

CEO of Inspirato for

4 years 8 months (Jan 2019 - Sep 2023)

Previous Experience

Co-founder of Inspirato, served in various leadership roles including CEO since inception.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Brent Handler

Holdings

See how much did Brent Handler make over time.

Brent Handler's investment in Inspirato reflects his confidence in the company's direction. At one point, the bulk of his wealth was in Inspirato's stock, showcasing his belief in their growth potential. Recently, he has been quite active in managing these...

Brent Handler's investment in Inspirato reflects his confidence in the company's direction. At one point, the bulk of his wealth was in Inspirato's stock, showcasing his belief in their growth potential. Recently, he has been quite active in managing these holdings. For instance, he executed notable insider trades in August and September 2024, valued at approximately $366,030 and $369,650 respectively, indicating a strategy to capitalize on market movements while managing risk. His wealth is primarily linked to his ownership of Class A and Class V shares, underlining his commitment to the company's success. Overall, Brent's financial maneuvers signal a confident approach to navigating his wealth tied closely to Inspirato.

Total Stock Sold

$24.99M

ISPO

$24.99M

22,500.15 ISPO shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Brent Handler didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra ISPO22,500.15 shares worth $5.00M.
This is -79.98% and $19.99M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Brent Handler.

ISPO

$166.14K

ISPO at $4.00/share

Apr 15, 2022

Sale

ISPO

$1.10K

ISPO at $4.24/share

Dec 4, 2023

Purchase

ISPO

$3.59K

ISPO at $4.67/share

Nov 21, 2023

Purchase

ISPO

$3.34K

ISPO at $3.87/share

Mar 6, 2023

Purchase

ISPO

$268.01K

ISPO at $1.06/share

Mar 6, 2023

Sale

ISPO

$8.97M

ISPO at $77.10/share

Apr 15, 2022

Received

ISPO

$255.32K

ISPO at $3.48/share

Aug 16, 2022

Sale

ISPO

$69.99K

ISPO at $4.41/share

Aug 10, 2022

Sale

ISPO

$669.92K

ISPO at $10.11/share

Mar 15, 2022

Sale

ISPO

1,250,000 shares

ISPO

Apr 15, 2022

Received

Compensation History

See how much did Brent Handler make over time.

In terms of compensation, Brent Handler had a noteworthy earning trajectory. In 2022, he received a total of $1,113,905, which included a base salary of $515,000 and a performance-based bonus of $238,316. His compensation is designed to align with the company's performance, indicating a focus on driving results that matter. Over the years, especially in 2023, his salary was adjusted to $364,791, along with bonuses and other benefits from the company, reflecting both his contribution and the company's financial health. While he did not accrue any vested stock in 2023, the structure of his compensation emphasizes cash and performance-based rewards, making it clear that his incentives are tied directly to Inspirato's success and growth in the highly competitive hospitality sector.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$836.40K

Salary

$364.79K

Board Justification

The company's compensation philosophy emphasizes alignment with performance metrics, competitive benchmarking, and retention strategies to ensure leadership effectiveness.

Bonus

$238.32K

Board Justification

The bonus includes a performance-based component and a discretionary component, reflecting the company's performance and individual contributions during the fiscal year 2023.

Other

$233.29K

Board Justification

This includes severance payments, COBRA payments, and other benefits as per the Handler Separation Agreement.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock was vested in 2023 as the stock grants were not specified in the provided proxy statement.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for Brent Handler's compensation included company financial performance and individual contributions.

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Eric Grosse

CEO of Inspirato

September 2023 - Present