Juan R. Luciano is the CEO of Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), a company known for transforming crops into food ingredients. He was born in 1964 in Argentina and holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Buenos Aires...

Juan R. Luciano is the CEO of Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), a company known for transforming crops into food ingredients. He was born in 1964 in Argentina and holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Buenos Aires and an MBA from the University of Michigan. Before joining ADM in 2011, he spent over 26 years at The Dow Chemical Company, where he climbed the ranks to become Executive Vice President and President of the Performance Division. Under his leadership since 2016, ADM has focused on enhancing its operational efficiency and expanding its global presence in the agriculture sector. Luciano's visionary approach has helped the company meet strong performance goals, earning him significant bonuses for achieving high annual targets. Fun fact: his insider trading hints at a keen understanding of market trends; for example, in late 2021, his stock holdings peaked at $101.37 million before fluctuating. As a leader, he is not just dedicated to profits, but also to sustainable practices, ensuring that ADM remains a key player in the food supply chain.

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Juan R. Luciano

CEO of Archer Daniels Midland

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Buenos Aires and an MBA from the University of Michigan.

Field of Expertise

Technology & Engineering - Engineering

Sector of Economy

Consumer Defensive

Born

April 1, 1964 - 61 years ago

CEO of Archer Daniels Midland for

9 years 6 months (Jan 2016 - Present)

Previous Experience

Various roles at ADM including President and COO before becoming CEO.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Juan R. Luciano

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Chuck Magro

CEO of Corteva

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.35M

Bonus

$1.47M

Other

$170.73K

Total Holdings

$12.44M

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Brian S. Tyler

CEO of McKesson

2023 Compensation

Stock

$53.90M

Salary

$1.49M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$864.73K

Total Holdings

$51.90M

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Gregory A. Heckman

Founder and CEO of Bunge

2023 Compensation

Stock

$1.50M

Salary

$1.20M

Bonus

$500.00K

Other

$300.00K

Total Holdings

$54.92M

Holdings

See how much did Juan R. Luciano make over time.

Juan R. Luciano's stock holdings in ADM have seen significant growth. In late 2021, his holdings peaked at around $101.37 million, reflecting the company's strong performance and his confidence in its future. His holdings fluctuated quite a bit in 2022,...

Juan R. Luciano's stock holdings in ADM have seen significant growth. In late 2021, his holdings peaked at around $101.37 million, reflecting the company's strong performance and his confidence in its future. His holdings fluctuated quite a bit in 2022, reaching a high of $209.42 million in October before dipping to around $158.28 million by February 2023. This pattern highlights not just Luciano's strategic investments, but also the volatile nature of the agriculture sector. His wealth from stocks shows his belief in ADM's long-term vision as he has been proactive in managing his shares. The fluctuations also align with the company's performance metrics, where he earned bonuses up to 380% of his target cash incentives during strong fiscal years.

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Total Stock Sold

$103.68M

ADM

$103.68M

1,371,615 ADM shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Juan R. Luciano didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra ADM1,371,615 shares worth $55.17M.
This is -46.79% and $48.52M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

ADM

1,449,428 shares

ADM

Recent Charitable Transactions

ADM

182,501 shares

ADM

May 28, 2024

Charity

ADM

291,999 shares

ADM

Mar 2, 2023

Charity

ADM

242,728 shares

ADM

Jun 7, 2022

Charity

ADM

238,315 shares

ADM

Mar 9, 2021

Charity

ADM

79,882 shares

ADM

Jun 1, 2020

Charity

ADM

92,751 shares

ADM

Aug 13, 2019

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Juan R. Luciano.

LLY

$14.83K

LLY at $857.20/share

Feb 18, 2025

Received

ADM

154,890 shares

ADM

Feb 13, 2025

Received

ADM

77,076 shares

ADM

Feb 7, 2025

Received

LLY

$14.83K

LLY at $742.35/share

Jan 21, 2025

Received

LLY

$14.83K

LLY at $779.00/share

Dec 16, 2024

Received

LLY

$234.83K

LLY at $727.20/share

Nov 18, 2024

Received

LLY

$14.50K

LLY at $906.13/share

Oct 21, 2024

Received

LLY

$14.78K

LLY at $923.54/share

Sep 16, 2024

Received

ADM

$10.30M

ADM at $60.51/share

Sep 3, 2024

Sale

ADM

$2.77M

ADM at $61.00/share

Aug 30, 2024

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Juan R. Luciano make over time.

In 2023, Juan R. Luciano's compensation reached approximately $4.84 million, which includes a base salary of around $1.48 million and a bonus of $3.61 million based on the company's strong financial performance. This bonus reflects his success in steering ADM towards achieving important goals related to EBITDA and return on invested capital. Luciano's compensation illustrates the link between his leadership effectiveness and ADM's growth. Notably, in 2022, his total compensation was significantly higher at about $24.75 million, primarily due to a robust performance-based bonus and equity awards—although no stock grants vested in that year. His compensation strategy emphasizes performance that aligns with shareholder interests, demonstrating his commitment to not just his own financial success but to the company's overall health.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$6.38M

Salary

$1.48M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy is designed to attract, engage, and retain highly talented individuals, linking compensation to performance and aligning with stockholder interests.

Bonus

$3.61M

Board Justification

Earned annual incentive for 2023 was based on strong performance versus preestablished company-wide goals for EBITDA, ROIC, and several strategic objectives, resulting in a payout of approximately 120.9% of target.

Other

$1.28M

Board Justification

Other compensation includes costs for use of company-leased aircraft, spousal travel, relocation stipend, value of company-provided life insurance, health insurance premiums, executive healthcare services, and matching charitable gifts.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock grants vested in 2023 as the focus is on the annual cash incentive and long-term incentives which are not included in this total.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics include adjusted EBITDA and adjusted ROIC, with a focus on achieving specific strategic goals.

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