Fred Gehring is the former CEO of Tommy Hilfiger and served as CEO of PVH Europe. With a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Amsterdam, he has a solid foundation in business management. Under his leadership, PVH...

Fred Gehring is the former CEO of Tommy Hilfiger and served as CEO of PVH Europe. With a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Amsterdam, he has a solid foundation in business management. Under his leadership, PVH made significant strides internationally, particularly with Tommy Hilfiger's brand. He had a unique role overseeing not just the Tommy Hilfiger brand but also the Calvin Klein business in Europe. In 2014, he transitioned to a part-time role, becoming the Chairman of Tommy Hilfiger and Vice Chairman of PVH Corp., which illustrates a progressive approach to leadership and succession planning. In 2013, during his tenure, his total compensation reached over €19.5 million, driven by performance-based bonuses that showed strong alignment with company success. Gehring has made headlines with substantial insider trading activities, registering stock sales nearly every month in recent years, indicating he strategically managed his holdings throughout his career. This demonstrates his focused approach to maximizing personal gain while leading a major global brand.

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2. Holdings

3. Insider Trading

4. Compensation History

5. Other PVH CEOs

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Fred Gehring

Ex-CEO of PVH

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Amsterdam

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

CEO of PVH for

1 year 11 months (Jul 2011 - Jul 2013)

Previous Experience

CEO of Tommy Hilfiger Group and various roles at PVH Corp.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Fred Gehring

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Timothy P. Boyle

CEO of Columbia Sportswear Company

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.07M

Bonus

$533.36K

Other

$16.50K

Total Holdings

$1.84B

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David Weinberg

CEO of Skechers

2023 Compensation

Stock

$2.17M

Salary

$3.84M

Bonus

$1.39M

Other

$406.21K

Total Holdings

$10.26M

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Morris Goldfarb

CEO of G-III Apparel Group

2023 Compensation

Stock

$3.13M

Salary

$1.35M

Bonus

$9.38M

Other

$188.96K

Total Holdings

$124.39M

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Edward R. Rosenfeld

CEO of Steven Madden

2022 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.08M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$27.15K

Total Holdings

$26.71M

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Thomas C. Chubb III

CEO of Oxford Industries

2023 Compensation

Stock

$4.74M

Salary

$934.62K

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$460.45K

Total Holdings

$9.34M

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Joanne Crevoiserat

CEO of Tapestry, Inc.

2022 Compensation

Stock

$4.69M

Salary

$1.35M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$60.91K

Total Holdings

$45.26M

Holdings

See how much did Fred Gehring make over time.

Fred Gehring's insider trading activity reveals a savvy operator in the stock market. Over several months in 2019 to 2024, he recorded significant sales, consistently cashing out amounts ranging from $800K to over $2M. Notably, in December 2021, he sold...

Fred Gehring's insider trading activity reveals a savvy operator in the stock market. Over several months in 2019 to 2024, he recorded significant sales, consistently cashing out amounts ranging from $800K to over $2M. Notably, in December 2021, he sold approximately $1.98M worth of stocks, marking one of his peak trading months. This activity not only highlights his confidence in the company's trajectory but also his strategic timing in maximizing gains from his holdings, which fluctuated significantly over the years. His peak equity wealth clearly aligned with his role at PVH, reflecting a calculated approach to blending personal finance with corporate leadership.

Mar 17, 2025

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shares

PVH @ $65.37

Total Stock Sold

$130.42M

PVH

$130.42M

1,462,933 PVH shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Fred Gehring didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra PVH1,462,933 shares worth $70.06M.
This is -46.28% and $60.36M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Fred Gehring.

PVH

$9.92M

PVH at $121.24/share

Oct 17, 2013

Sale

PVH

$5.44M

PVH at $133.08/share

Aug 5, 2013

Sale

PVH

$5.20M

PVH at $127.06/share

Jul 1, 2013

Sale

PVH

$5.13M

PVH at $125.33/share

Jun 17, 2013

Sale

PVH

$9.29M

PVH at $113.51/share

Jun 3, 2013

Sale

PVH

$14.32M

PVH at $116.71/share

May 6, 2013

Sale

PVH

$4.10M

PVH at $93.57/share

Oct 1, 2012

Sale

PVH

$4.10M

PVH at $93.64/share

Sep 5, 2012

Sale

PVH

$3.67M

PVH at $84.20/share

Aug 7, 2012

Sale

PVH

$17.36K

PVH at $80.01/share

Aug 1, 2012

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Fred Gehring make over time.

In terms of compensation, Fred Gehring's earnings tell a compelling story of performance-based reward. In 2013, his total compensation soared to approximately €19.5 million, a figure that includes a base salary of about €1.25 million and a substantial bonus of over €8 million. This bonus was tied to the performance of the Tommy Hilfiger business and PVH's broader earnings, demonstrating a strong connection between his pay and the company's successes. The structure of his compensation shifted as he transitioned to a part-time role in 2014, which reduced his salary significantly but retained some performance bonuses. Such dynamics reflect a broader trend in executive compensation that aligns with the long-term performance of the company, allowing him to benefit from the success he helped create while ensuring a smooth leadership transition.

Year

2013

Total Compensation

$19.61M

Salary

$1.25M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes performance-based pay, aligning executive compensation with company performance and shareholder interests.

Bonus

$8.19M

Board Justification

Bonus payout based on the aggregate earnings of the Tommy Hilfiger business and the overall corporate earnings for 2013, with payouts between target and maximum levels.

Other

$185.62K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes contributions to the Zwitserleven Pensioen Plan and other benefits.

Restricted Stock

$9.98M(0 Performance Share Units)

Board Justification

No stock awards were granted in 2013; instead, a GRIP II award of performance share units was provided.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics for bonuses included earnings before interest and taxes for the Tommy Hilfiger business and overall corporate earnings.

Other PVH CEOs

Here are other CEOs of PVH

Emanuel Chirico

Ex-CEO of PVH

March 2006 - January 2020

Stefan Larsson

CEO of PVH

January 2020 - Present