In 2012, Craig S. Donohue earned $8.14M in total compensation at CME Group, including $937.69K salary, $609.05K bonus and $6.44M in stock. Most recently acquired 7,084 shares in Apr 2012. Has donated $21.13M in stock to charitable causes. Led CME Group as CEO for 8 years.
Compensation History
Annual executive compensation data for Craig S. Donohue, including salary, bonuses, and stock awards.
Year
2012
Total Compensation
$8.14M
Salary
$937.69K
Bonus
$609.05K
Other
$153.09K
Salary
$937.69KBoard Justification
The compensation philosophy for the CEO at CME Group Inc. in 2012 was to align executive compensation with company performance, focusing on cash earnings and total shareholder return. The compensation structure aimed to retain top talent while ensuring that executive interests were aligned with those of shareholders.
Bonus
$609.05KBoard Justification
The bonus for Craig S. Donohue was determined based on the company's achievement of 86% of the target level performance for 2012. The bonus was calculated at 66% of his individual bonus target opportunity, reflecting the company's cash earnings performance.
Other Compensation
$153.09KBoard Justification
Other compensation includes 401(k) company contributions, supplemental plan contributions, and other benefits such as life insurance premiums.
Restricted Stock
Board Justification
Craig S. Donohue had 124,879 shares of restricted stock that vested in 2012. These shares were part of his equity compensation package and vested upon his retirement as per the terms of his employment agreement.
Performance Metrics
The performance metrics for determining Craig S. Donohue's compensation in 2012 included cash earnings growth and total shareholder return relative to the S&P 500.
Craig S. Donohue
Ex-CEO of CME Group
Education
J.D. from John Marshall Law School, MBA from Northwestern University
Field of Expertise
Finance & Banking - Finance
Sector of Economy
Financial Services
Born
December 1, 1962 - 63 years ago
CEO of CME Group for
8 years 4 months (Jan 2004 - May 2012)
Previous Experience
Joined CME in 1989, held various roles including Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer
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Holdings
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Charitable Transactions
78,000 shares
CME
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