John J. Donahoe is the CEO of Nike, Inc., a global leader in athletic footwear and apparel. He took on the role in 2020 after joining Nike's Board in 2014. Before Nike, John was at eBay, serving as CEO and...

John J. Donahoe is the CEO of Nike, Inc., a global leader in athletic footwear and apparel. He took on the role in 2020 after joining Nike's Board in 2014. Before Nike, John was at eBay, serving as CEO and leading major changes from 2008 to 2015. He also shaped ServiceNow as CEO from 2017 to 2019. His time at Bain & Company, where he climbed to become Worldwide Managing Director, laid a strong foundation for his leadership skills. At Nike, John's focus is on digital innovation and improving how consumers engage with the brand. His total compensation of $32.7 million in 2023, including a cash bonus of $6.77 million, links his pay to Nike’s performance, highlighting his commitment to a 'pay-for-performance' approach. He holds nearly 154,000 shares of Nike, showing he has a personal stake in the company’s success. John puts a lot of emphasis on adaptability, pushing Nike to grow in new, creative ways, especially through digital channels.

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John Donahoe

Ex-CEO of Nike

Education

Stanford University

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

November 30, 1967 - 57 years ago

CEO of Nike for

4 years 9 months (Jan 2020 - Oct 2024)

Previous Experience

President and CEO of ServiceNow, President and CEO of eBay Inc.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of John Donahoe

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Rajesh Subramaniam

CEO of FedEx

2023 Compensation

Stock

$2.25M

Salary

$1.45M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$1.66M

Total Holdings

$34.52M

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Kevin Plank

Founder and CEO of Under Armour, Inc.

2019 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$26.00K

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$1.92M

Total Holdings

$220.95M

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Calvin McDonald

CEO of lululemon athletica

2023 Compensation

Stock

$5.00M

Salary

$1.29M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$33.29K

Total Holdings

$31.63M

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Stephanie C. Linnartz

CEO of Under Armour, Inc.

2023 Compensation

Stock

$3.52M

Salary

$1.30M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$5.74K

Total Holdings

$22.64M

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Sanjay Mehrotra

CEO of Micron Technology

2023 Compensation

Stock

$21.15M

Salary

$1.26M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$271.47K

Total Holdings

$126.04M

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Robert Higginbotham

CEO of Foot Locker

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$0.00

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$0.00

Total Holdings

$235.34K

Holdings

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John Donahoe owns approximately 154,000 shares of Nike, valued at over $13 million as of 2023. This personal investment shows he aligns his interests closely with the company's success. Over the years, he has actively traded shares, indicating a dynamic...

John Donahoe owns approximately 154,000 shares of Nike, valued at over $13 million as of 2023. This personal investment shows he aligns his interests closely with the company's success. Over the years, he has actively traded shares, indicating a dynamic approach to managing his stock position. At his peak, his holdings represented a substantial portion of his wealth, but as of this year, he has secured over $13 million in Nike equity, encouraging his strong commitment to performance and growth for the brand.

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Insider Trading

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Compensation History

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In 2023, John Donahoe's total compensation reached $32.7 million. This package consists of a $1.5 million salary, a $6.77 million cash bonus based on performance, and additional benefits totaling around $4 million. His compensation structure emphasizes a strong connection between his pay and Nike's financial health, as bonuses are tied to metrics such as adjusted revenue and EBIT. Over the years, his compensation has proven to be aligned with the company’s growth strategies. His previous years of compensation were also substantial, with peaks around $32 million, demonstrating consistent performance-linked rewards throughout his tenure as CEO.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$12.32M

Salary

$1.50M

Board Justification

The compensation program is designed to attract and retain top-tier talent and maximize shareholder value, with a strong emphasis on pay-for-performance principles.

Bonus

$6.77M

Board Justification

Annual cash incentive awards are paid under the PSP and are designed to reflect the 'pay for performance' philosophy. For fiscal 2023, the PSP payout was based on company performance metrics, resulting in a payout of 65% of the target award.

Other

$4.05M

Board Justification

Includes Company matching contributions to the 401(k) Plan, charitable matching contributions, and other perquisites such as security services and personal use of Company aircraft.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 RSU)

Board Justification

The stock awards for fiscal 2023 include PSUs and RSUs, but the specific vested amounts for the year are not detailed in the provided proxy statement.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining the CEO's compensation in 2023 included Adjusted Revenue and Adjusted EBIT.

Other Nike CEOs

Here are other CEOs of Nike

Mark Parker

Ex-CEO of Nike

January 2006 - January 2020

Elliott Hill

CEO of Nike

October 2024 - Present