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Edward D. Breen has a rich history in leading major companies and has been with DuPont since February 2020. Before that, he played key roles at Tyco International and Motorola, showcasing his versatility across different industries. Under his leadership, DuPont...

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Edward D. Breen

Ex-CEO of DuPont de Nemours, Inc.

Education

Not specified

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Basic Materials

Born

January 1, 1957 - 68 years ago

CEO of DuPont de Nemours, Inc. for

4 years 3 months (Feb 2020 - Jun 2024)

Previous Experience

Served as Executive Chairman since June 2019; previously served as CEO from September 2017 until May 2019; served as CEO of Tyco International, plc from July 2002 to September 2012.

Holdings

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Edward D. Breen's stock holdings have shown remarkable fluctuations over the years. At one point in 2019, his holdings were valued at $27.13 million, showcasing a significant investment in the company's future. However, the value dipped to around $14.05 million...

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Charitable Transactions

CMCSA

189,713 shares

CMCSA

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319,186 shares

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Recent Charitable Transactions

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231,654 shares

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Aug 21, 2024

Charity

CMCSA

76,290 shares

CMCSA

May 9, 2024

Charity

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68,000 shares

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Aug 21, 2023

Charity

CMCSA

81,975 shares

CMCSA

Mar 7, 2023

Charity

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19,532 shares

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Mar 2, 2022

Charity

CMCSA

12,837 shares

CMCSA

Nov 20, 2021

Charity

Insider Trading

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151,102 shares

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Feb 20, 2025

Received

CMCSA

1,066 shares

CMCSA

Dec 31, 2024

Received

CMCSA

5,234 shares

CMCSA

Nov 20, 2024

Received

CMCSA

958 shares

CMCSA

Sep 30, 2024

Received

DD

231,654 shares

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Aug 21, 2024

Charity

DD

77,750 shares

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Aug 21, 2024

Charity

CMCSA

1,022 shares

CMCSA

Jun 30, 2024

Received

CMCSA

76,290 shares

CMCSA

May 9, 2024

Charity

CMCSA

923 shares

CMCSA

Mar 31, 2024

Received

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28,021 shares

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May 4, 2024

Charity

Compensation History

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In 2023, Edward D. Breen's total compensation totaled nearly $19.85 million. This amount comprised a base salary of $1 million, a substantial bonus of $5 million, and the value of vested stock worth about $19.3 million. Notably, his bonuses are heavily influenced by retention payments, which are designed to keep key talent within the company. The compensation structure here leans on performance metrics like corporate earnings and revenue growth, aligning Breen's interests with those of the shareholders. This incentivization reflects a modern approach that encourages executives to think long-term and prioritize the company's success. The years prior saw even higher total compensations, indicating the evolving strategy of DuPont to attract top leadership talent while ensuring they remain focused on driving results.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$25.68M

Salary

$1.00M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes performance-based pay to align executive interests with stockholder value, with a focus on attracting and retaining top talent.

Bonus

$5.00M

Board Justification

Retention payment that became payable December 31, 2023 pursuant to the terms of his employment agreement.

Other

$349.78K

Board Justification

Includes perquisites and other personal benefits, and employer contributions to defined contribution plans.

Restricted Stock

$19.33M(182.19K RSU)

Board Justification

Stock awards that vested in 2023, reflecting the performance share units and restricted stock units granted in prior years.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics include Corporate Adjusted EPS, Segment Organic Revenue, Segment Operating EBITDA, and Segment Adjusted Free Cash Flow.