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Robert J. Nugent was the Chief Executive Officer of Jack in the Box Inc. from 1996 until his retirement in 2005. With a strong background in management, Robert led the company through a dynamic era, pushing for operational changes that...

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Robert J. Nugent

Ex-CEO of Jack in the Box

Education

N/A

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

January 1, 1943 - 82 years ago

CEO of Jack in the Box for

1 year 9 months (Jan 2004 - Oct 2005)

Previous Experience

CEO at Jack in the Box Inc.

Holdings

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At his peak, Robert J. Nugent held 853,271 shares of Jack in the Box, which accounted for 2.3% of the total voting stock. His holdings showcased his deep investment in the company’s success. In 2005, just before retiring, his stock...

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Compensation History

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During his time at Jack in the Box, Robert J. Nugent saw his compensation fluctuate significantly based on company performance. In 2005, his total compensation reached approximately $2,038,166, a result of a base salary of $938,466 and a performance bonus that accounted for a substantial part of his earnings. Unlike previous years, where he received bonuses even with lower annual earnings, a performance link meant that he only profited when the company thrived. His compensation package was well-structured to align his interests with those of the shareholders, emphasizing performance metrics like earnings per share and return on investment. Despite no stock options or grants awarded in 2005, his focus was on direct cash compensation that rewarded leadership in profitability and growth. The 2005 bonus, primarily contingent on the company achieving its financial goals, showcased the pressure and responsibility placed on him as the CEO. His compensation strategy reflected a commitment to incentivizing executive behavior that would deliver effective results for the business.

Year

2005

Total Compensation

$2.28M

Salary

$938.47K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy is to provide pay commensurate with the level of company performance, aligning executive compensation with shareholder interests.

Bonus

$1.24M

Board Justification

The bonus was based on Company performance relative to the goals established at the beginning of the fiscal year for the annual incentive plan.

Other

$96.65K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes car allowance, financial planning services, and health insurance benefits.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No restricted stock awards were granted in 2005.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics for the bonus included earnings-per-share (EPS) and return-on-invested-capital (ROIC) goals.

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