Paul S. Galant has been steering CompoSecure, Inc. since September 2022. He brings a wealth of experience from top companies in the finance and tech sectors. A Cornell University graduate with a B.S. in Economics, Paul previously held high-profile roles,...

Paul S. Galant has been steering CompoSecure, Inc. since September 2022. He brings a wealth of experience from top companies in the finance and tech sectors. A Cornell University graduate with a B.S. in Economics, Paul previously held high-profile roles, including CEO at Brightstar and VeriFone Systems. He also led Citigroup’s Enterprise Payments business, showing a strong background in digital payments. His leadership style is results-oriented, aiming to drive both company growth and shareholder value.

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Paul S. Galant

CEO of CompoSecure, Inc.

Education

B.S. in Economics from Cornell University

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Industrials

Born

January 1, 1972 - 53 years ago

CEO of CompoSecure, Inc. for

2 years 8 months (Sep 2022 - Present)

Previous Experience

Operating Partner of Churchill Capital, CEO of Brightstar Corp., CEO of VeriFone Systems, Inc., CEO of Citigroup Inc.'s Enterprise Payments business

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Paul S. Galant

Holdings

See how much did Paul S. Galant make over time.

As CEO, Paul Galant has made notable stock transactions, particularly during 2019-2023. His holdings in CompoSecure, Inc. Class A Common Stock (CMPO) show considerable fluctuations, peaking in one month at over $1.4 million in July 2021. Over the months, his...

As CEO, Paul Galant has made notable stock transactions, particularly during 2019-2023. His holdings in CompoSecure, Inc. Class A Common Stock (CMPO) show considerable fluctuations, peaking in one month at over $1.4 million in July 2021. Over the months, his values varied significantly, reflecting market dynamics with lower values around $45K in early 2020 and rising sharply as the company grew. His recent trades reveal ongoing confidence in the company’s prospects, witnessing balances that have increased especially through 2023, where aggregated monthly totals hit over $6 million.

Mar 18, 2025

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CMPO @ $10.88

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CNDT @ $2.99

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PAY @ $NaN

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WAL @ $75.06

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Paul S. Galant.

CMPO

2,908 shares

CMPO

Jun 12, 2024

Received

CMPO

22,491 shares

CMPO

May 30, 2024

Received

WAL

4,056 shares

WAL

Feb 6, 2024

Received

CMPO

20,829 shares

CMPO

May 18, 2023

Received

WAL

2,996 shares

WAL

Feb 7, 2023

Received

CMPO

46,060 shares

CMPO

Sep 21, 2022

Received

MPLN

133,689 shares

MPLN

Jun 23, 2021

Received

MPLN

$202.33K

MPLN at $7.09/share

Nov 17, 2020

Purchase

CNDT

$190.02K

CNDT at $16.82/share

Jan 15, 2018

Received

CNDT

$72.51K

CNDT at $16.02/share

Jul 14, 2017

Received

Compensation History

See how much did Paul S. Galant make over time.

In 2023, Paul Galant's total compensation reached $1,074,084. His base salary was $618,000, plus a cash bonus of $438,780, linked to the company's financial performance. Notably, he received no stock grants or options that year, underscoring a compensation model focused on cash incentives tied directly to company metrics. The committee that sets his pay emphasizes attracting talent while ensuring a culture driven by results and business objectives, balancing financial measures with strategic goals for growth.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$1.07M

Salary

$618.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes attracting and rewarding highly qualified executive talent while fostering a results-oriented culture focused on achieving business and financial performance objectives.

Bonus

$438.78K

Board Justification

Annual cash incentive bonuses based on the achievement of pre-established corporate net revenue and Adjusted EBITDA objectives for the year 2023, with a payout percentage of 71% of the target bonus amount.

Other

$12.30K

Board Justification

Includes 401(k) plan matching contributions, life insurance premiums, and other benefits.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock was vested in 2023 as the focus is on the compensation excluding stock grants and options.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining the compensation included net revenues and Adjusted EBITDA.

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Dr. Donald Basile

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December 2021 - September 2022