James F. Risoleo has been the CEO of Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. since January 2017. With a career at Host that started in 1996, he has climbed the ranks from Senior Vice President for Acquisitions to overseeing the company’s...

James F. Risoleo has been the CEO of Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. since January 2017. With a career at Host that started in 1996, he has climbed the ranks from Senior Vice President for Acquisitions to overseeing the company’s European operations. Under his leadership, Risoleo has focused on investment strategies that align with industry performance metrics. In 2023, he earned total compensation of around $17.69 million, which includes a base salary of $1.05 million and bonuses tied to performance goals. Interestingly, his wealth is heavily tied to stock market performance, with over $17 million in vested stock as part of his pay package. Notably, Risoleo’s history of insider trading activity shows fluctuations where his holdings peaked at over $25 million in value within just a few months. He emphasizes aligning executive pay with company earnings, aiming to motivate his team while ensuring shareholder interests are met. Risoleo holds a degree from the University of Maryland and has been instrumental in navigating the company through market changes over the years.