Dennis Sadlowski is the former CEO of CECO Environmental Corp, where he took charge as interim CEO in January 2017 before becoming the permanent CEO in June the same year. Before joining CECO, he had experience as Chief Operating Officer...

Dennis Sadlowski is the former CEO of CECO Environmental Corp, where he took charge as interim CEO in January 2017 before becoming the permanent CEO in June the same year. Before joining CECO, he had experience as Chief Operating Officer at LSG Sky Chefs North America and served as CEO at International Battery, focusing on green technology and large-format lithium-ion batteries. His time at Siemens AG included various senior roles, reflecting his strong background in operations and management. While Sadlowski's compensation reflected a mix of salary and bonuses, notably in 2017, he earned a total of around $776,644, primarily from his salary and a performance-based bonus. Despite his earlier success, he stepped down from the CEO role in July 2020, indicating a transitional phase for both him and the company. Notably, during his leadership, CECO Environmental aimed to align executive compensation with shareholder interests through performance metrics. Sadlowski's varied roles in different sectors showcase his adaptability and depth of experience in driving organizational performance.

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Dennis Sadlowski

CEO of Ceco Environmental

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan

Field of Expertise

Technology & Engineering - Engineering

Sector of Economy

Industrials

Born

January 1, 1962 - 63 years ago

CEO of Ceco Environmental for

8 years 2 months (Feb 2017 - Present)

Previous Experience

Chief Operating Officer of LSG Sky Chefs North America

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Dennis Sadlowski

Holdings

See how much did Dennis Sadlowski make over time.

During his time as CEO, Dennis Sadlowski focused on aligning CECO Environmental's performance with shareholder interests. Notably, he was granted performance-based RSUs valued at around $500,000 to motivate long-term results. He had a significant stake in the company, with his...

During his time as CEO, Dennis Sadlowski focused on aligning CECO Environmental's performance with shareholder interests. Notably, he was granted performance-based RSUs valued at around $500,000 to motivate long-term results. He had a significant stake in the company, with his wealth tied closely to its stock performance. His compensation package included various components aimed at incentivizing operational success. In his later years, as CEO, Sadlowski shifted priorities to ensure that executive rewards were linked directly to measurable financial targets, making clear that company performance was a top priority. His holdings in the company fluctuated with the market, emphasizing the risks and rewards inherent in running a publicly traded entity. As of now, it is essential to recognize how his strategic decisions may impact not just his wealth but the company's trajectory.

Charitable Transactions

CME

10,541 shares

CME

Recent Charitable Transactions

CME

2,139 shares

CME

Dec 31, 2016

Charity

CME

8,402 shares

CME

Jun 25, 2014

Charity

Insider Trading

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PRDO

6,256 shares

PRDO

May 23, 2024

Received

PRDO

7,827 shares

PRDO

May 25, 2023

Received

CME

$145.14K

CME at $209.44/share

Jun 27, 2022

Received

PRDO

9,050 shares

PRDO

May 26, 2022

Received

CME

47 shares

CME

Jan 25, 2022

Received

CME

$120.18K

CME at $218.12/share

Jun 25, 2021

Received

PRDO

8,348 shares

PRDO

Jun 3, 2021

Received

CME

712 shares

CME

Jun 25, 2020

Received

PRDO

7,535 shares

PRDO

May 28, 2020

Received

CME

606 shares

CME

Jun 25, 2019

Received

Compensation History

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In 2017, Dennis Sadlowski's total compensation was $776,644, which included a base salary of $575,000 and a bonus of $201,644 for his time as interim CEO. The bonus was primarily due to his performance during the first few months of the year. While he did receive stock awards, none vested in 2017 due to performance criteria not being met. His compensation strategy focused on retaining top talent while ensuring accountability through performance metrics like operating income and revenue. Over his tenure, Sadlowski aimed at a compensation structure that would attract and retain quality leadership, emphasizing solid financial results and management excellence.

Year

2017

Total Compensation

$776.64K

Salary

$575.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward highly qualified persons committed to achieving solid financial performance and excellence in management.

Bonus

$201.64K

Board Justification

A discretionary cash bonus earned under his prior offer letter for the period from January 1, 2017 through May 31, 2017.

Other

$0.00

Board Justification

No additional compensation was reported outside of salary and bonus.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock was vested in 2017 as the performance units have a value of $0 due to stock price performance to date.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics included operating income, bookings, revenue, and non-GAAP EPS, but the threshold operating income goal was not achieved.

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Jeffrey Lang

Ex-CEO of Ceco Environmental

January 2010 - February 2017