Jamieson Karson was the CEO of Steve Madden Ltd., a footwear company, from May 2005 until March 2008. During his time there, he made significant contributions to the company's growth and performance. After resigning, his departure was noted as a...

Current Market Cap

$3.12B

Number of Employees

4K

Total Compensation

2005 - 2008

Trending up by 154.84% last year
Showing total compensation for the last 2005 - 2008

Stock

Up by 249.15% last year

Salary

Down by -72.31% last year

Bonus

Up by 0.00% last year

Other

Down by -84.73% last year

Year

2008

Total Compensation

$1.92M

Salary

$138.46K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy is designed to attract and retain executives while aligning their interests with those of the shareholders, emphasizing performance-based rewards.

Bonus

$1.01M

Board Justification

The bonus is based on the company's performance and is awarded at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Other

$5.16K

Board Justification

Includes automobile allowance, reimbursement for membership dues, and contributions to 401(k) plan.

Restricted Stock

$772.23K(42.5K restricted stock)

Board Justification

The restricted stock awards granted under the Restricted Stock Agreements dated as of March 24, 2006 and March 27, 2007 vested, such that all restrictions on the shares lapsed due to the Mutual Release upon resignation.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining compensation include revenue growth and profitability.

SEC Filing

From April 9, 2009