John T.C. Lee is the CEO and President of MKS Instruments Inc., a company focused on providing tools and technologies for advanced manufacturing. Before becoming CEO in January 2020, he held various key positions within the company, including Senior Vice...

John T.C. Lee is the CEO and President of MKS Instruments Inc., a company focused on providing tools and technologies for advanced manufacturing. Before becoming CEO in January 2020, he held various key positions within the company, including Senior Vice President of Business Units since 2014. His educational background is impressive, with a B.S. from Princeton University and both an M.S.C.E.P. and Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from MIT. Lee's leadership skills and technical expertise have helped MKS thrive in a competitive market. He has managed the firm through significant challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, earning a solid bonus for his performance. Notably, he has a history of smart investments in company stock, with his holdings reaching as high as $28.92 million at one point. His insider trading activities reflect a sharp understanding of market trends and his confidence in MKS's future. Lee's journey shows a commitment to innovation and strategic growth within the tech industry.

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2. Holdings

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4. Compensation History

5. Other MKS Instruments CEOs

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John T.C. Lee

CEO of MKS Instruments

Education

B.S. from Princeton University; M.S.C.E.P. and Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, all in Chemical Engineering.

Field of Expertise

Technology & Engineering - Engineering

Sector of Economy

Technology

Born

January 1, 1963 - 62 years ago

CEO of MKS Instruments for

5 years 3 months (Jan 2020 - Present)

Previous Experience

President and Chief Operating Officer since May 2018; has served in several different roles at the Company of increasing responsibility including Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Senior Vice President of Business Units, Senior Vice President of one of the Company's business units and Group Vice President within one of the Company's business units.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of John T.C. Lee

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Bertrand Loy

CEO of Entegris

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.00M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$124.12K

Total Holdings

$28.18M

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Jim Scholhamer

CEO of Ultra Clean Holdings

2017 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$406.92K

Bonus

$710.83K

Other

$1.68K

Total Holdings

$15.39M

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Kurt Sievers

CEO of NXP Semiconductors

2023 Compensation

Stock

$7.50M

Salary

$1.50M

Bonus

$2.50M

Other

$500.00K

Total Holdings

$47.01M

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Gary E. Dickerson

CEO of Applied Materials

2023 Compensation

Stock

$40.73M

Salary

$1.03M

Bonus

$1.63M

Other

$241.98K

Total Holdings

$259.00M

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Steve Sanghi

CEO of Microchip Technology

2021 Compensation

Stock

$3.74M

Salary

$484.88K

Bonus

$38.13K

Other

$18.27K

Total Holdings

$548.04M

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Gregory S. Smith

CEO of Teradyne, Inc.

2023 Compensation

Stock

$2.11M

Salary

$850.00K

Bonus

$317.69K

Other

$14.33K

Total Holdings

$10.77M

Holdings

See how much did John T.C. Lee make over time.

John T.C. Lee, CEO of MKS Instruments, has seen his stock holdings fluctuate significantly over the years. His holdings reached a notable peak, climbing to $28.92 million in July 2024. This sharp increase reflects his confidence in the company's performance...

John T.C. Lee, CEO of MKS Instruments, has seen his stock holdings fluctuate significantly over the years. His holdings reached a notable peak, climbing to $28.92 million in July 2024. This sharp increase reflects his confidence in the company's performance and future prospects. In early 2021, his wealth in stock was about $12.75 million. By early 2022, it had dropped to around $8.22 million, but he rapidly snapped back to a high of $14.62 million by December 2023. Lee's ability to adapt and respond to market conditions is evident in these figures, displaying both resilience and an astute grasp of the company's value proposition over time.

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Total Stock Sold

$4.99M

MKSI

$4.99M

97,250 MKSI shares

What if they kept their stock?

If John T.C. Lee didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra MKSI97,250 shares worth $8.74M.
This is 75.27% and $3.75M more than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of John T.C. Lee.

MKSI

$1.55M

MKSI at $115.61/share

Feb 20, 2018

Sale

MKSI

$219.78K

MKSI at $104.02/share

Nov 13, 2017

Sale

MKSI

$1.00M

MKSI at $67.99/share

Feb 22, 2017

Sale

MKSI

$461.52K

MKSI at $46.36/share

Aug 10, 2016

Sale

MKSI

$32.50K

MKSI at $32.70/share

Feb 25, 2016

Sale

MKSI

$45.60K

MKSI at $33.26/share

Feb 16, 2016

Sale

MKSI

$45.86K

MKSI at $31.96/share

Feb 10, 2016

Sale

MKSI

$10.63K

MKSI at $30.74/share

May 29, 2015

Received

MKSI

$390.75K

MKSI at $36.36/share

May 14, 2015

Sale

MKSI

$10.48K

MKSI at $24.33/share

Nov 28, 2014

Received

Compensation History

See how much did John T.C. Lee make over time.

In 2023, John T.C. Lee's total compensation amounted to $1,008,288, which consists of a salary of $950,000, a performance-based bonus of $102,125, and $35,288 in other benefits including health and retirement plans. This package reflects MKS's strategic approach to executive compensation, aimed to attract and retain top talent while aligning the interests of executives with those of the company's shareholders. His 2022 compensation was higher at $1,170,939, mainly due to achieving significant performance metrics set by the company. Over his tenure, Lee has adapted to various economic conditions, ensuring that his compensation remains competitive within the industry while motivating significant contributions to MKS's growth.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$2.01M

Salary

$950.00K

Board Justification

The compensation program is designed to attract and retain high caliber executive talent, motivate and reward short-term objectives that drive long-term value, and foster long-term alignment of executive and shareholder interests.

Bonus

$1.02M

Board Justification

Based on the achievement of non-GAAP operating income, resulting in 86% of the target bonus amount being paid out in February 2024.

Other

$35.29K

Board Justification

Includes health and disability benefits, 401(k) match, and other compensation.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 RSU)

Board Justification

No stock was vested in 2023 as the values provided are for stock awards granted, not vested.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for the bonus were based on non-GAAP operating income.

Other MKS Instruments CEOs

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Gerald G. Colella

Ex-CEO of MKS Instruments

January 2010 - January 2020