Bryan Shinn is the CEO of U.S. Silica Holdings, Inc., a leading producer of industrial silica used in many industries, including oil and gas. He has been with the company since 2011, stepping into the CEO role in 2012. Before...

Bryan Shinn is the CEO of U.S. Silica Holdings, Inc., a leading producer of industrial silica used in many industries, including oil and gas. He has been with the company since 2011, stepping into the CEO role in 2012. Before joining U.S. Silica, he had a solid career at DuPont, where he worked for 26 years in various leadership roles. Shinn holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin and has a strong background in business and operations. In 2023, he earned a total compensation of approximately $6.14 million, of which his salary was $900,000 with no bonuses awarded, showing a focus on long-term performance rather than immediate gains. An interesting aspect of his tenure is the significant amount of insider trading, peaking with sales and trades ranging from $1.59 million to over $6 million in 2019 and 2020. Under his leadership, U.S. Silica has expanded its capabilities, managing a vast amount of resources with a focus on safety and sustainability, navigating the challenges of the industry while remaining a market leader.

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Bryan Shinn

CEO of U.S. Silica Holdings

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Energy

CEO of U.S. Silica Holdings for

13 years 2 months (Mar 2012 - Present)

Previous Experience

Unknown

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Bryan Shinn

Holdings

See how much did Bryan Shinn make over time.

Bryan Shinn’s insider holdings show significant activity, especially during 2019 and 2020, where he executed trades worth millions. His largest trades were in December 2020, reaching up to $4.61 million and monthly averages in 2023 consistently hitting around $17 million....

Bryan Shinn’s insider holdings show significant activity, especially during 2019 and 2020, where he executed trades worth millions. His largest trades were in December 2020, reaching up to $4.61 million and monthly averages in 2023 consistently hitting around $17 million. This volatility reflects his confidence in U.S. Silica's trajectory. Over these years, his financial engagement fluctuated, indicating both the ups and downs of the market and perhaps strategic decisions to align with company performance. Currently, he appears to maintain a robust stake in the company, with the actual value of his holdings solidifying his position as a major player in the U.S. Silica's future.

Total Stock Sold

$1.56M

SLCA

$1.56M

116,003 SLCA shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Bryan Shinn didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra SLCA116,003 shares worth $381.65K.
This is -75.6% and $1.18M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Bryan Shinn.

SLCA

304,262 shares

SLCA

Feb 12, 2024

Received

SLCA

175,814 shares

SLCA

Feb 8, 2024

Received

SLCA

$583.34K

SLCA at $14.06/share

Sep 12, 2023

Sale

SLCA

$818.64K

SLCA at $13.99/share

Mar 3, 2023

Sale

SLCA

771,971 shares

SLCA

Feb 9, 2023

Received

SLCA

278,654 shares

SLCA

Feb 10, 2022

Received

SLCA

128,007 shares

SLCA

Dec 20, 2021

Received

SLCA

$18.40K

SLCA at $9.20/share

May 4, 2021

Purchase

SLCA

178,977 shares

SLCA

Feb 12, 2021

Received

SLCA

$156.51K

SLCA at $9.78/share

Feb 12, 2021

Purchase

Compensation History

See how much did Bryan Shinn make over time.

In 2023, Bryan Shinn's compensation was approximately $6.14 million. This included a base salary of $900,000, with no bonuses or stock grants awarded. Over recent years, his compensation reflects a philosophy tying pay to long-term company performance rather than short-term incentives. For example, in 2022, he earned around $6.30 million, with a notable portion coming from vested stocks. It shows that while his salary remains steady, his total compensation can vary significantly year over year depending on U.S. Silica's performance metrics. His steady approach seems to emphasize building a sustainable business rather than chasing immediate financial gains.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$955.32K

Salary

$900.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy focuses on aligning executive pay with company performance, ensuring that a significant portion of compensation is at-risk and contingent upon achieving financial performance goals.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

No bonus was awarded for 2023.

Other

$55.32K

Board Justification

Includes employer contributions under the Company's 401(k) plan and cash dividends paid on vested equity awards.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock grants were vested in 2023 that are included in the total compensation calculation.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics for 2023 included financial performance targets under the ABIP.