In 2017, Nicholas DeBenedictis earned $719.88K in total compensation at Essential Utilities, primarily from $705.73K salary. Most recently acquired 5,705 shares in Aug 2024. Currently holds stock worth $7.05M. Led Essential Utilities as CEO for 11 years.
Compensation History
Annual executive compensation data for Nicholas DeBenedictis, including salary, bonuses, and stock awards.
Year
2017
Total Compensation
$719.88K
Salary
$705.73K
Bonus
$0.00
Other
$14.15K
Salary
$705.73KBoard Justification
The compensation program is designed to provide a competitive level of total compensation, motivate executives to contribute to financial success, retain talented executives, and reward leadership excellence and performance.
Bonus
$0.00Board Justification
No bonus was reported for 2017.
Other Compensation
$14.15KBoard Justification
Includes the taxable value of group life insurance, 401(k) contributions, and car allowance.
Restricted Stock
Board Justification
No stock was vested in 2017 as the focus was on performance share units and restricted stock units which are not included in this total.
Performance Metrics
The performance metrics included earnings per share, safety metrics, compliance metrics, and individual goals.
Nicholas DeBenedictis
Ex-CEO of Essential Utilities
Education
Not specified
Field of Expertise
Business & Management
Sector of Economy
Utilities
Born
January 1, 1951 - 74 years ago
CEO of Essential Utilities for
11 years 4 months (Aug 2006 - Dec 2017)
Previous Experience
Chief Executive Officer of Aqua America, Inc.
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Holdings
Track Nicholas DeBenedictis's stock holdings and portfolio value over time.
Insider Trading
Nicholas DeBenedictis's recent stock transactions, purchases, and sales filed with the SEC.
5,705 shares
MG
Aug 7, 2024
Received
6,279 shares
MG
Mar 13, 2024
Received
$21.15K
MG at $7.05/share
Dec 20, 2023
Purchase
$13.76K
MG at $6.55/share
Dec 11, 2023
Purchase
$22.33K
MG at $5.87/share
Nov 8, 2023
Purchase
10,223 shares
MG
Aug 9, 2023
Received
9,666 shares
MG
Mar 15, 2023
Received
7,111 shares
MG
Aug 18, 2022
Received
6,870 shares
MG
Mar 16, 2022
Received
4,357 shares
MG
Aug 9, 2021
Received
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