Robert J. Dickey is a notable figure in the media industry, having served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Gannett Co., Inc. from June 29, 2015, until May 7, 2019. He graduated with a Bachelor's degree from the...

Robert J. Dickey is a notable figure in the media industry, having served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Gannett Co., Inc. from June 29, 2015, until May 7, 2019. He graduated with a Bachelor's degree from the University of Florida and brings a wealth of experience from the competitive media landscape. During his tenure at Gannett, Dickey made significant strides, highlighted by his focus on digital transformation amidst challenges faced by traditional media. One interesting point is that he was eligible for a severance package valued at over $1 million when he left Gannett, which included various forms of compensation such as salary, pension benefits, and stock options. Notably, in 2018, he was awarded a $2 million total compensation package, which reflects his critical role in navigating the company through the media industry's transitional phase. Aside from his compensation structure, he showed a pattern of insider trading, with transactions that peaked in 2019, hinting at his active engagement with the company's stock movements.

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Robert J. Dickey

Ex-CEO of Gannett

Education

Bachelor's degree from the University of Florida

Field of Expertise

Media & Entertainment - Media

Sector of Economy

Communication Services

Born

August 25, 1960 - 64 years ago

CEO of Gannett for

3 years 10 months (Jun 2015 - May 2019)

Previous Experience

President of the U.S. Domestic Publishing division of Gannett Co., Inc.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Robert J. Dickey

Holdings

See how much did Robert J. Dickey make over time.

Robert J. Dickey's insider trading reflects a strategic approach to his investments, particularly during his tenure at Gannett. Notably, in September 2019, he recorded transactions worth approximately $3.8 million, which was among the highest for that year. The fluctuations in...

Robert J. Dickey's insider trading reflects a strategic approach to his investments, particularly during his tenure at Gannett. Notably, in September 2019, he recorded transactions worth approximately $3.8 million, which was among the highest for that year. The fluctuations in his trading activity continued with substantial values dropping slightly at the end of 2019. By December 2019, his holdings were down to about $2.18 million. These movements showcase his proactive management of personal wealth and underscore the connection between executive performance and personal investment decisions. Over the following years, substantial figures emerged in his trading activities, with amounts around $1 million being traded consistently, indicating a sustained engagement with Gannett's stock performance even after his exit from the company.

Mar 11, 2025

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shares

GCI @ $3.27

Total Stock Sold

$2.81M

GCI

$2.81M

165,475 GCI shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Robert J. Dickey didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra GCI165,475 shares worth $481.53K.
This is -82.85% and $2.33M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

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GCI

$202.26K

GCI at $10.35/share

Feb 21, 2018

Sale

GCI

151,749 shares

GCI

Jan 22, 2018

Received

GCI

20,043 shares

GCI

Jan 27, 2017

Received

GCI

37,314 shares

GCI

Jan 29, 2016

Received

GCI

$323.99K

GCI at $17.46/share

Nov 24, 2015

Sale

GCI

$1.64M

GCI at $34.52/share

May 6, 2015

Sale

GCI

82,285 shares

GCI

Feb 4, 2015

Received

GCI

$2.36M

GCI at $29.47/share

Feb 26, 2014

Sale

GCI

$639.43K

GCI at $21.31/share

Mar 11, 2013

Sale

GCI

$255.43K

GCI at $18.03/share

Dec 17, 2012

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Robert J. Dickey make over time.

In 2019, Robert J. Dickey's total compensation reached $2 million, which included a salary of $550,000 and various other forms of compensation. However, a significant part of his package was impacted by his retirement, resulting in a adjusted compensation structure that didn’t feature annual bonuses due to his transition out of Gannett. He had been recognized in earlier years for his contributions, with a high of nearly $8.7 million in total compensation in 2017, which showcased his performance during a crucial period for Gannett as it was transforming under the pressures of a changing media landscape. Dickey’s approach to compensation aligns with the company’s philosophy of enhancing shareholder value while ensuring strong leadership in the boardroom, reflecting both on individual and company performance metrics throughout his tenure.

Year

2019

Total Compensation

$2.87M

Salary

$550.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy aims to attract and retain executives with the requisite skills and experience to help achieve business objectives and enhance long-term stockholder value.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

Mr. Dickey was eligible for a discretionary incentive payment but did not receive such a payment with respect to 2019 due to his cessation of employment in November 2019.

Other

$1.47M

Board Justification

This amount reflects severance payment of $1,425,000, pay for unused vacation of $42,308, and contributions to the 401(k) plan of $2,740.

Restricted Stock

$850.00K(62.27K restricted stock)

Board Justification

62,271 shares of restricted stock were granted on February 19, 2019, vesting in equal installments over three years, with all shares vesting upon termination in November 2019.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining the compensation were based on individual and company performance evaluations.

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Barbara W. Wall

Ex-CEO of Gannett

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