Jerald G. Fishman was the long-time CEO of Analog Devices, Inc. He played a big role at the company from 1996 until his passing in 2013. His background in Electrical Engineering, with degrees from City College of New York and...

Jerald G. Fishman was the long-time CEO of Analog Devices, Inc. He played a big role at the company from 1996 until his passing in 2013. His background in Electrical Engineering, with degrees from City College of New York and Northeastern University, laid the foundation for his success in the semiconductor industry. Fishman believed in performance-based pay, which meant his bonuses could sometimes double his base salary if the company did well. This made sense because he thought that how much executives get paid should directly relate to how well the company performs. One remarkable thing about Fishman was that he extended his CEO term without a formal contract, showing the trust the board had in him. He was a strong believer in aligning rewards with results, which led to big bonuses for many employees when the company profits doubled in 2010. By 2014, his holdings in the company were valued at over $167 million. Sadly, Fishman's time as CEO ended when he passed away in 2013, but his leadership style and focus on performance have left a lasting impact on Analog Devices.