Kevin Yeaman is the CEO of Dolby Laboratories, Inc., where he has played a significant role since March 2009. He holds a B.S. degree in commerce from Santa Clara University, focusing on finance. Under his leadership, Dolby has focused on...

Kevin Yeaman is the CEO of Dolby Laboratories, Inc., where he has played a significant role since March 2009. He holds a B.S. degree in commerce from Santa Clara University, focusing on finance. Under his leadership, Dolby has focused on innovation in audio technology, shaping how we experience sound in entertainment. In 2023, his total compensation was approximately $1.88 million, driven largely by performance incentives, highlighting his alignment with the company's success. Notably, Yeaman has seen considerable fluctuations in his stock holdings over the years, peaking around $24 million in early 2024. He has been active in insider trading, with significant transactions that indicate his confidence in Dolby’s future. With a pragmatic approach to management, he prioritizes financial performance metrics and has created a robust incentive structure, motivating his team to achieve substantial growth. Yeaman's ability to adapt in challenging times, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrates his leadership skills and commitment to Dolby’s success.

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Kevin Yeaman

CEO of Dolby Laboratories, Inc.

Education

BS degree in commerce from Santa Clara University

Field of Expertise

Finance & Banking - Finance

Sector of Economy

Technology

CEO of Dolby Laboratories, Inc. for

16 years 2 months (Mar 2009 - Present)

Previous Experience

Chief Financial Officer at E.piphany, Inc.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Kevin Yeaman

Holdings

See how much did Kevin Yeaman make over time.

Kevin Yeaman's stock holdings have seen significant variation, reflecting his confidence in Dolby's future. As of October 2024, his holdings peaked at around $24 million, indicative of substantial growth in the company’s value over the years. In 2019, his stock...

Kevin Yeaman's stock holdings have seen significant variation, reflecting his confidence in Dolby's future. As of October 2024, his holdings peaked at around $24 million, indicative of substantial growth in the company’s value over the years. In 2019, his stock values ranged between $9 million and $9.70 million, showing consistent accumulation during various market conditions. Since late 2020, his stock activities showed strong monthly values, consistently hitting around $14 million by 2023. Such trading activity aligns with his strategic vision for Dolby, emphasizing the need for adaptability in a fast-changing tech landscape. Yeaman's ability to manage and grow his wealth through strategic stock transactions tells much about his insight and commitment to the company’s future.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

DLB @ $82.28

Total Stock Sold

$141.51M

DLB

$141.51M

1,957,856 DLB shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Kevin Yeaman didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra DLB1,957,856 shares worth $127.12M.
This is -10.17% and $14.39M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

DLB

16,547 shares

DLB

Recent Charitable Transactions

DLB

16,547 shares

DLB

Nov 23, 2021

Charity

Insider Trading

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DLB

$200.00

DLB at $78.15/share

Jun 17, 2024

Purchase

DLB

$754.08K

DLB at $83.51/share

Jan 17, 2024

Sale

DLB

46,718 shares

DLB

Dec 15, 2023

Received

DLB

$1.61M

DLB at $89.17/share

Dec 12, 2023

Sale

DLB

$3.81M

DLB at $84.49/share

Nov 21, 2023

Sale

DLB

$743.17K

DLB at $82.30/share

Oct 17, 2023

Sale

DLB

$1.50M

DLB at $82.94/share

Sep 12, 2023

Sale

DLB

$4.01M

DLB at $88.92/share

Jul 11, 2023

Sale

DLB

$2.30M

DLB at $84.83/share

Jun 13, 2023

Sale

DLB

$755.35K

DLB at $83.65/share

May 16, 2023

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Kevin Yeaman make over time.

Kevin Yeaman's compensation reflects a strong performance-driven approach. In 2023, he earned about $1.88 million, which was composed of a base salary of $928,750, a bonus of $916,300 tied to the company's financial goals, and other benefits totaling around $35,745. His compensation plan emphasizes aligning leadership goals with those of stockholders, motivating him to meet key performance metrics in non-GAAP operating income and revenue. Historically, his compensation has varied widely, with a high of nearly $9 million in 2022 during a profitable year for Dolby. This structure allows Yeaman to stay focused on growth and innovation, as his financial success directly ties to the company's achievements.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$5.61M

Salary

$928.75K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes attracting, motivating, and retaining high-caliber talent while aligning executive compensation with company performance and stockholder interests.

Bonus

$916.30K

Board Justification

The annual incentive compensation payments were based on achieving a gating funding requirement of $292.5 million non-GAAP operating income and a threshold of $1,156.5 million revenue, resulting in a funding level of 98% of target.

Other

$35.75K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes employer profit-sharing and matching contributions under the retirement plan and life insurance premiums.

Restricted Stock

$3.73M(54.55K RSU)

Board Justification

The vested stock consists of restricted stock unit awards that vest in full on the day preceding the date of the next Annual Meeting of Stockholders following the grant date of the award, subject to continued service on the Board.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for the CEO's compensation are based on achieving specified financial performance goals, including non-GAAP operating income and revenue targets.

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Bill Jasper

Ex-CEO of Dolby Laboratories, Inc.

March 2009 - March 2009