Stephen H. Kramer has been leading Bright Horizons Family Solutions as CEO since January 2018. He started his journey with the company in 2006 when his team from College Coach was acquired. With a Bachelor’s degree from Babson College and...

Stephen H. Kramer has been leading Bright Horizons Family Solutions as CEO since January 2018. He started his journey with the company in 2006 when his team from College Coach was acquired. With a Bachelor’s degree from Babson College and an MBA from Harvard, Kramer has a strong educational background that complements his vast experience. Before becoming CEO, he held various roles, including President and Chief Development Officer, where he focused on growth and operations both in the US and internationally. Under his guidance, the company has prioritized creating long-term value through innovative child care solutions. What's interesting is his strategic use of performance incentives; for example, his compensation for 2023 included a base salary of $650,000, focusing heavily on cash bonuses tied to performance metrics like EBITDA and earnings per share. Additionally, Kramer has shown a solid handling of personal stakes in the company, exhibiting confidence with significant insider trading activity, where he demonstrated financial commitment to Bright Horizons, often managing over $10 million in shares. His practical approach to leadership highlights both his dedication and strong belief in the company's mission to provide quality family solutions.

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Stephen H. Kramer

CEO of Bright Horizons Family Solutions

Education

B.S. from Babson College, MBA from Harvard Business School

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

January 1, 1970 - 55 years ago

CEO of Bright Horizons Family Solutions for

10 years 5 months (Jan 2015 - Present)

Previous Experience

Chief Development Officer, Senior Vice President, Strategic Growth & Global Operations, Managing Director, Europe, Associate at Fidelity Ventures, Consultant with Arthur D. Little

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Stephen H. Kramer

Holdings

See how much did Stephen H. Kramer make over time.

Stephen H. Kramer has actively traded shares in Bright Horizons, showcasing a strong financial stake in the company's future. Notably, he managed significant holdings, often exceeding $10 million, reflecting his commitment to the company’s success. His trading patterns included consistent...

Stephen H. Kramer has actively traded shares in Bright Horizons, showcasing a strong financial stake in the company's future. Notably, he managed significant holdings, often exceeding $10 million, reflecting his commitment to the company’s success. His trading patterns included consistent activity, reaching peaks like $19.58 million in March 2021. Over the years, he has navigated through fluctuations but maintained a solid presence in the market, often returning to high values across 2022 and the beginning of 2023. This level of personal investment highlights his belief and confidence in Bright Horizons' direction and performance.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

BFAM @ $127.17

Total Stock Sold

$29.66M

BFAM

$29.66M

348,693 BFAM shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Stephen H. Kramer didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra BFAM348,693 shares worth $44.64M.
This is 50.5% and $14.98M more than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

BFAM

3,836 shares

BFAM

Recent Charitable Transactions

BFAM

400 shares

BFAM

Mar 5, 2025

Charity

BFAM

450 shares

BFAM

Nov 27, 2023

Charity

BFAM

675 shares

BFAM

May 4, 2023

Charity

BFAM

200 shares

BFAM

Dec 31, 2020

Charity

BFAM

250 shares

BFAM

Jan 21, 2020

Charity

BFAM

275 shares

BFAM

Dec 31, 2018

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Stephen H. Kramer.

BFAM

400 shares

BFAM

Mar 5, 2025

Charity

BFAM

13,440 shares

BFAM

Mar 5, 2025

Received

BFAM

$1.38M

BFAM at $140.10/share

Aug 30, 2024

Sale

BFAM

$1.29M

BFAM at $114.60/share

May 8, 2024

Sale

BFAM

15,132 shares

BFAM

Mar 4, 2024

Received

BFAM

450 shares

BFAM

Nov 27, 2023

Charity

BFAM

$1.43M

BFAM at $95.65/share

Aug 25, 2023

Sale

BFAM

$1.31M

BFAM at $88.43/share

May 4, 2023

Sale

BFAM

675 shares

BFAM

May 4, 2023

Charity

BFAM

22,439 shares

BFAM

Feb 24, 2023

Received

Compensation History

See how much did Stephen H. Kramer make over time.

In 2023, Stephen H. Kramer received total compensation of $1,128,155, primarily derived from a base salary of $650,000. His bonus of $471,250 was tied to achieving corporate performance goals, demonstrating a strong pay-for-performance philosophy. Unlike previous years, this year's structure did not include stock grants or vested stock, highlighting a shift towards cash compensation. The focus on cash incentives aligns with the company’s strategic goals, reflecting his responsibility in meeting performance metrics. His compensation plan is designed to keep leaders motivated and aligned with company growth and shareholder interests, which has positioned him favorably within the industry. This aims to retain high-quality leadership while incentivizing achieving long-term objectives essential for firm growth.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$1.13M

Salary

$650.00K

Board Justification

The compensation program is designed to attract and retain high-quality leadership and incentivize executive officers to achieve company performance goals and strong individual performance, with a focus on long-term value creation.

Bonus

$471.25K

Board Justification

The annual cash bonus program under the Annual Incentive Plan was established to promote and reward the achievement of key strategic and business goals as well as individual performance. For 2023, 50% of the cash bonus awards granted were based on the achievement of pre-established corporate performance goals and 50% were based on a qualitative assessment of individual performance goals.

Other

$6.87K

Board Justification

Includes matching contributions made to the 401(k) Plan, matching contributions made to the NQDC Plan, and other benefits.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock grants were vested in 2023 as the focus is on cash compensation and performance-based equity awards that are not included in this total.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for the annual cash bonus included Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS targets.