D. Scott Barbour has been the CEO of Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. since September 1, 2017. He has an engineering background with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Southern Methodist University and an MBA from Vanderbilt University. Before...

D. Scott Barbour has been the CEO of Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. since September 1, 2017. He has an engineering background with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Southern Methodist University and an MBA from Vanderbilt University. Before joining Advanced Drainage Systems, he spent 27 years at Emerson Electric, where he held various positions, including Executive Vice President. Under Barbour's leadership, the company has seen significant growth in its financials, including a substantial increase in total compensation from around $3.5 million in 2018 to nearly $8.3 million in 2023. Interesting to note, he has been actively involved in stock trading, which peaked at a portfolio value of over $23 million in December 2021. His compensation package reflects a strong focus on performance, with bonuses tied to company sales and earnings. This approach aligns his interests closely with those of the shareholders. Overall, Barbour's tenure at Advanced Drainage highlights his commitment to enhancing the company's market position while also benefiting from it personally.

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D. Scott Barbour

CEO of Advanced Drainage Systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Southern Methodist University, MBA from Vanderbilt University

Field of Expertise

Technology & Engineering - Engineering

Sector of Economy

Industrials

Born

January 1, 1962 - 63 years ago

CEO of Advanced Drainage Systems for

7 years 8 months (Aug 2017 - Present)

Previous Experience

Executive Vice President/Business Leader of Emerson Network Power

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of D. Scott Barbour

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Nicholas I. Fink

CEO of Fortune Brands Innovations

2023 Compensation

Stock

$7.31M

Salary

$1.24M

Bonus

$1.97M

Other

$275.23K

Total Holdings

$19.20M

Holdings

See how much did D. Scott Barbour make over time.

D. Scott Barbour's holdings have seen notable growth over the years, especially between late 2019 and early 2022. In December 2020, for instance, his portfolio peaked at around $13.99 million. By January 2021, this value had escalated to approximately $15.95...

D. Scott Barbour's holdings have seen notable growth over the years, especially between late 2019 and early 2022. In December 2020, for instance, his portfolio peaked at around $13.99 million. By January 2021, this value had escalated to approximately $15.95 million. His wealth began with a solid base near $6.23 million in September 2019, showing considerable resilience in market fluctuations, reaching a high of $23.72 million in December 2021. Despite some dips—in particular, down to $21.04 million in January 2022—Barbour has consistently managed to maintain strong values in his investments. His portfolio reflects confidence in Advanced Drainage Systems' growth trajectory and business fundamentals. He has benefited not just from stock valuation but also from vesting stock awards tied to performance-based equity, underscoring his alignment with shareholder interests.

Total Stock Sold

$14.98M

WMS

$14.98M

85,938 WMS shares

What if they kept their stock?

If D. Scott Barbour didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra WMS85,938 shares worth $3.47M.
This is -76.85% and $11.51M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

WMS

448,017 shares

WMS

Recent Charitable Transactions

WMS

8,610 shares

WMS

Mar 13, 2024

Charity

WMS

49,261 shares

WMS

Sep 13, 2023

Charity

WMS

33,500 shares

WMS

Feb 15, 2023

Charity

WMS

5,000 shares

WMS

Sep 13, 2022

Charity

WMS

68,726 shares

WMS

Sep 1, 2022

Charity

WMS

282,920 shares

WMS

Mar 31, 2022

Charity

Insider Trading

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ALSN

204 shares

ALSN

Feb 7, 2025

Received

ALSN

396 shares

ALSN

Nov 8, 2024

Received

ALSN

139 shares

ALSN

Aug 8, 2024

Received

WMS

$14.96M

WMS at $174.10/share

May 24, 2024

Sale

WMS

7,595 shares

WMS

May 18, 2024

Received

WMS

35,931 shares

WMS

May 15, 2024

Received

ALSN

140 shares

ALSN

May 8, 2024

Received

WMS

8,610 shares

WMS

Mar 13, 2024

Charity

WMS

8,610 shares

WMS

Mar 13, 2024

Charity

ALSN

173 shares

ALSN

Feb 5, 2024

Received

Compensation History

See how much did D. Scott Barbour make over time.

In 2023, D. Scott Barbour's total compensation reached $8,281,880. His base salary was $975,000, with additional bonuses accounting for approximately $2.31 million, reflecting the company's performance metrics, including Adjusted EBITDA and Net Sales. Notably, Barbour also received about $35,460 in performance share units that have been earned based on prior performance. This performance-driven compensation structure indicates a focus on tying his financial rewards directly to the success of the company. In comparison to previous years, his total compensation increased significantly from $6,976,773 in 2022. His strategy aims to align his interests with those of the shareholders, making it clear that as the company prospers, he benefits too, which is a standard approach for modern CEOs. This reflects a broader trend in corporate governance where executive pay is closely linked to business performance and shareholder returns.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$3.40M

Salary

$975.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes performance-based pay, aligning executive compensation with shareholder interests and market competitiveness.

Bonus

$2.31M

Board Justification

Cash incentive based on company performance metrics including Adjusted EBITDA and Net Sales for fiscal year 2024.

Other

$83.83K

Board Justification

Includes KSOP match contribution and perquisites such as country club membership dues and personal use of company aircraft.

Restricted Stock

$35.46K(35.46K Performance Share Units)

Board Justification

Performance-based equity awards earned for the three-year performance period ending March 31, 2024, based on company performance metrics.

Performance Metrics

Adjusted EBITDA and Net Sales.

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Joseph A. Chlapaty

Ex-CEO of Advanced Drainage Systems

January 2008 - August 2017