Gregory D. Smith had a strong career at Boeing, where he took on important roles, including Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President. Under his leadership, he focused on aligning executive pay with what helps shareholders the most, like free...

Gregory D. Smith had a strong career at Boeing, where he took on important roles, including Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President. Under his leadership, he focused on aligning executive pay with what helps shareholders the most, like free cash flow and profit growth. Before retiring in July 2021, Smith’s total compensation for 2020 topped $5.2 million, mostly from stock that valued over $4.6 million, having made significant choices to manage company finances effectively. He also invested heavily in companies like Intel, holding over 165,000 shares, which were worth nearly $8.7 million at the start of 2020. His background includes working for Raytheon and deep financial experience within Boeing, leading him to be the Interim CEO for a brief period. Smith's career teaches the value of commitment, smart financial thinking, and how executive decisions impact stock performance.