Michael Callahan served as the interim CEO of Vista Outdoor Inc. from July to October 2017, stepping in to lead the company during a crucial transitional period after the departure of former CEO Mark DeYoung. Before taking on this role,...

Michael Callahan served as the interim CEO of Vista Outdoor Inc. from July to October 2017, stepping in to lead the company during a crucial transitional period after the departure of former CEO Mark DeYoung. Before taking on this role, he was the Lead Independent Director at Vista Outdoor, a position he held since the company spun off from Alliant Techsystems in 2015. Michael has over 40 years of experience in the sporting goods industry, including significant roles at Cabela's, where he was involved in business development and international operations. His background includes being the President and CEO of Aspen Partners, a consultancy that supports the outdoor sporting industry. Over the years, he has also contributed to several industry boards, showcasing his commitment to outdoor sports and recreation. Under his leadership, Vista Outdoor aimed to enhance its market performance during a time of change.

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Michael Callahan

Ex-CEO of Vista Outdoor

Education

Not specified

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

January 1, 1950 - 75 years ago

CEO of Vista Outdoor for

0 years 2 months (Jul 2017 - Oct 2017)

Previous Experience

Lead Independent Director of Vista Outdoor; President and CEO of Aspen Partners; Senior Vice President at Cabela's, Inc.

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Although exact figures for Michael Callahan's stock holdings at Vista Outdoor are not detailed, his financial interests were tied closely to the company's performance during his interim CEO tenure. He received a total compensation of approximately $832,106 in 2017, which...

Although exact figures for Michael Callahan's stock holdings at Vista Outdoor are not detailed, his financial interests were tied closely to the company's performance during his interim CEO tenure. He received a total compensation of approximately $832,106 in 2017, which included a base salary of $321,542, a guaranteed cash bonus of $400,000, and other perks like restricted stock units valued at around $109,977. Callahan's wealth largely depended on the company’s stock performance since he did not have a significant portion of wealth tied in fresh stock grants during that time. His role at Vista Outdoor reflects a period when he had to manage significant change and steer the company toward stability and growth.

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In 2017, Michael Callahan’s total compensation as interim CEO of Vista Outdoor was about $832,106. This package included a base salary of $321,542 and a guaranteed annual cash bonus of $400,000. The bonus was structured as an incentive during his tenure as the interim CEO, which was a strategic move given the leadership transition at Vista. He also earned $109,977 from vested stock units that were part of his compensation plan from prior years. His total includes various perks, showing how his pay was designed to align with the company’s performance during a pivotal time.

Year

2017

Total Compensation

$832.11K

Salary

$321.54K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy aims to align executive pay with company performance and market benchmarks to attract and retain top talent.

Bonus

$400.00K

Board Justification

Guaranteed annual incentive award for his role as interim CEO during the transition period.

Other

$587.00

Board Justification

Includes perquisites such as executive health exams and other minimal benefits.

Restricted Stock

$109.98K(4.67K RSU)

Board Justification

Annual award of restricted stock units granted as part of his compensation for serving as a director, which vested in 2017.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining compensation included company financial performance measures such as EBIT, sales, and free cash flow.

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