Victoria D. Harker served as the CEO of Tegna Inc. from April 2020 until December 31, 2023. She previously held important roles at Gannett Co., Inc., becoming their Chief Financial Officer in July 2012. Harker's experience spans significant companies in...

Victoria D. Harker served as the CEO of Tegna Inc. from April 2020 until December 31, 2023. She previously held important roles at Gannett Co., Inc., becoming their Chief Financial Officer in July 2012. Harker's experience spans significant companies in the media sector, complimenting her skills as a financial leader. Despite the company's performance hitting some bumps in recent years, she managed to secure a total compensation of approximately $1.67 million in 2023, a sizable increase from the previous year. Her compensation mainly came from her base salary and annual performance bonus, reflecting her role in navigating the company through challenges, particularly in the face of macroeconomic pressures. Interestingly, while she started at Gannett with a base salary of $625,000, her financial compensation journey reflects growth and adaptation in an evolving media landscape. Throughout her career, Harker has made strategic decisions that have influenced the direction of the companies she worked for, showcasing resilience and a focus on performance metrics. As part of her transition plan, Harker will be consulting with the company into 2024, helping the new CFO settle in. Her transition was planned to ensure a smooth handover and aligns with her career trajectory as she prepares for retirement.

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Victoria D. Harker

Ex-CEO of Tegna

Sector of Economy

Communication Services

CEO of Tegna for

3 years 8 months (Apr 2020 - Dec 2023)

Previous Experience

Unknown

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Holdings

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Victoria D. Harker's holdings reflect her significant investment in Tegna Inc. Over the years, she has seen a fluctuation in her wealth tied to the company's stock performance, having a marked impact on her net worth. As of last reported...

Victoria D. Harker's holdings reflect her significant investment in Tegna Inc. Over the years, she has seen a fluctuation in her wealth tied to the company's stock performance, having a marked impact on her net worth. As of last reported data, her total compensation from Tegna involved a notable salary and bonus structure, but she has not received vesting stock options, indicating a focus solely on cash compensation for the past few years. This approach showcases her alignment with investor interests, focusing on immediate results rather than long-term equity stakes. While she entered the role amid challenges, her strategic decisions have influenced both the company's direction and her financial status, leading to a total compensation of $1.67 million in 2023 after earning $358,273 in 2022. Harker's wealth has predominantly been concentrated in her income, reflecting a personal investment in the performance and outcome of Tegna's operational strategies over time.

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AES @ $13.05

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HII @ $207.13

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TGNA @ $17.83

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XYL @ $123.08

Insider Trading

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$41.09K

HII at $187.61/share

Jan 2, 2025

Received

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52.915 shares

HII

Dec 13, 2024

Received

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$41.02K

HII at $264.65/share

Oct 1, 2024

Received

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37.249 shares

HII

Sep 13, 2024

Received

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$41.21K

HII at $246.79/share

Jul 1, 2024

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$9.69K

HII at $238.46/share

Jun 14, 2024

Received

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$41.13K

HII at $287.60/share

Apr 1, 2024

Received

HII

$9.65K

HII at $293.32/share

Mar 8, 2024

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HII

$41.10K

HII at $260.11/share

Jan 2, 2024

Received

HII

$9.60K

HII at $246.89/share

Dec 8, 2023

Received

Compensation History

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In 2023, Victoria D. Harker's total compensation was approximately $1.67 million, a figure that reflects her salary, bonus, and other benefits. Her base salary stood at $730,000, while her bonus reached $650,000, driven by the company’s assessment of her performance despite facing tough business conditions. Interestingly, 2022 saw her total compensation at just $358,273, which was a significant drop compared to the previous year when she earned over $3 million, showcasing the volatility in her earnings largely tied to performance metrics and compensation structure focusing purely on salary and annual bonuses. Harker's approach emphasizes the company's compensation philosophy of aligning pay with performance and shareholder interests, though she hasn’t benefitted from stock option grants, reflecting a strategy aimed at immediate financial results amid fluctuating market pressures.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$1.46M

Salary

$730.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes pay for performance and aligns with shareholder interests, ensuring competitive compensation to attract and retain key executive talent.

Bonus

$650.00K

Board Justification

The annual bonus for 2023 reflects the Committee’s assessment of Ms. Harker’s performance in a year in which the Company's performance fell below expectations due primarily to continued macroeconomic headwinds.

Other

$75.03K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes matching contributions to the 401(k) plan and other benefits.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock was vested in 2023 as the focus is on the bonus and salary for the year.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics included financial KPIs such as Adjusted EBITDA, revenue targets, and earnings per share.

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David T. Lougee

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January 2024 - Present