In 2023, Linden R. Evans earned $4.01M in total compensation at Black Hills, including $893.33K salary, $1.37M bonus and $1.14M in stock. Most recently acquired 39,322 shares in Feb 2025. Currently holds stock worth $11.27M. Has donated $2.61M in stock to charitable causes. Led Black Hills as CEO for 6 years.
Compensation History
Annual executive compensation data for Linden R. Evans, including salary, bonuses, and stock awards.
Year
2023
Total Compensation
$4.01M
Salary
$893.33K
Bonus
$1.37M
Other
$607.73K
Salary
$893.33KBoard Justification
The compensation philosophy emphasizes alignment with shareholder interests, focusing on performance-based incentives and competitive market positioning to attract and retain top talent.
Bonus
$1.37MBoard Justification
Payout under the Short-Term Incentive Plan based on performance metrics achieved in 2023, approved on January 25, 2024, and paid on March 3, 2024.
Other Compensation
$607.73KBoard Justification
Includes 401(k) match, defined contributions, NQDC contributions, dividends on restricted stock, and other personal benefits.
Restricted Stock
Board Justification
Restricted stock that vested in 2023, with a total value realized of $1,138,987.
Performance Metrics
Key performance metrics for 2023 included EPS from ongoing operations, safety performance, customer experience, and diversity targets.
Linden R. Evans
Ex-CEO of Black Hills
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of South Dakota
Field of Expertise
Business & Management
Sector of Economy
Utilities
Born
January 1, 1967 - 58 years ago
CEO of Black Hills for
6 years 7 months (Jan 2019 - Aug 2025)
Previous Experience
President and Chief Operating Officer of Utilities at Black Hills Corporation
Holdings
Track Linden R. Evans's stock holdings and portfolio value over time.
Charitable Transactions
37,320 shares
BKH
Recent Charitable Transactions
8,343 shares
BKH
Mar 5, 2024
Charity
5,520 shares
BKH
Dec 31, 2023
Charity
5,730 shares
BKH
Dec 31, 2022
Charity
5,227 shares
BKH
Dec 31, 2021
Charity
2,000 shares
BKH
Dec 31, 2019
Charity
2,500 shares
BKH
Dec 31, 2019
Charity
Insider Trading
Linden R. Evans's recent stock transactions, purchases, and sales filed with the SEC.
$2.34M
BKH at $59.46/share
Feb 7, 2025
Received
8,343 shares
BKH
Mar 5, 2024
Charity
$1.06M
BKH at $52.22/share
Feb 9, 2024
Received
5,520 shares
BKH
Dec 31, 2023
Charity
$118.79K
BKH at $69.96/share
Feb 10, 2023
Received
11,395 shares
BKH
Feb 9, 2023
Received
5,730 shares
BKH
Dec 31, 2022
Charity
$559.34K
BKH at $34.24/share
Feb 11, 2022
Received
5,227 shares
BKH
Dec 31, 2021
Charity
17,848 shares
BKH
Feb 11, 2021
Received
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