José E. Cil served as the CEO of Restaurant Brands International (RBI) from January 2019 to March 2023. Before stepping into this role, he held significant positions at Burger King, where he was President since December 2014. Cil played a...

José E. Cil served as the CEO of Restaurant Brands International (RBI) from January 2019 to March 2023. Before stepping into this role, he held significant positions at Burger King, where he was President since December 2014. Cil played a big part in expanding RBI, which includes well-known brands like Burger King and Tim Hortons. His compensation package reflects strong performance alignment, with 2022 earnings reaching around $17 million. A notable aspect was his hefty stock awards; in 2021, he had stock awards valued at over $10 million. His trading history shows significant fluctuations in his wealth, peaking at about $78 million in late 2019 before seeing several dips. Even after transitioning to an advisor role in 2023, his commitment to the company remains evident as he still holds substantial shares, showing he has skin in the game. Cil's journey through RBI is a clear example of leading a major company while navigating challenges in the fast-food industry, emphasizing performance and shareholder interests.

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José E. Cil

Ex-CEO of Restaurant Brands International

Education

N/A

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

January 1, 1973 - 52 years ago

CEO of Restaurant Brands International for

4 years 1 month (Jan 2019 - Mar 2023)

Previous Experience

Various roles at Burger King Worldwide and its predecessor

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of José E. Cil

Holdings

See how much did José E. Cil make over time.

Throughout his tenure at RBI, José Cil's holdings showed significant value shifts. In 2019, as he transitioned into the CEO role, his net worth reached approximately $78.93 million in smart stock investments. This value fluctuated through 2020, sometimes dipping below...

Throughout his tenure at RBI, José Cil's holdings showed significant value shifts. In 2019, as he transitioned into the CEO role, his net worth reached approximately $78.93 million in smart stock investments. This value fluctuated through 2020, sometimes dipping below $52 million, but climbing back to around $88 million by year-end. His wealth concentrations have varied; at peak points, over $44 million represented in these holdings. As of early 2023, just before his departure, his holdings were still substantial, sustaining a considerable amount of wealth despite market changes. Cil's ownership in the company reflects his commitment and belief in the brand's potential, showing that significant portions of his wealth have consistently tied to the company he led.

Mar 17, 2025

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shares

NCLH @ $20.04

Total Stock Sold

$81.20M

QSR

$81.20M

1,244,227.734 QSR shares

What if they kept their stock?

If José E. Cil didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra QSR1,244,227.734 shares worth $65.97M.
This is -18.76% and $15.23M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

QSR

776,478 shares

QSR

Recent Charitable Transactions

QSR

4,928 shares

QSR

Oct 5, 2022

Charity

QSR

771,550 shares

QSR

Dec 31, 2020

Charity

Insider Trading

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NCLH

11,574 shares

NCLH

Jan 2, 2025

Received

NCLH

$327.50K

NCLH at $16.38/share

May 22, 2024

Purchase

NCLH

16,375 shares

NCLH

Jan 2, 2024

Received

NCLH

$257.60K

NCLH at $12.88/share

Nov 10, 2023

Received

NCLH

2,927 shares

NCLH

Oct 6, 2023

Received

QSR

$17.36M

QSR at $65.64/share

Feb 22, 2023

Sale

QSR

$685.70K

QSR at $67.75/share

Feb 22, 2023

Received

QSR

464.154 shares

QSR

Jan 4, 2023

Received

QSR

$1.43M

QSR at $65.04/share

Jan 4, 2023

Sale

QSR

4,928 shares

QSR

Oct 5, 2022

Charity

Compensation History

See how much did José E. Cil make over time.

In 2022, José Cil earned total compensation of approximately $17 million, showing a notable performance-based approach. His base salary was around $973,000, but a significant chunk came from stock awards valued at over $13 million, indicating the company's long-term commitment to aligning with executive performance. His compensation structure favored stock grants, allowing him to benefit from the company’s share price growth, which reflects accountability to shareholders. Cil did not take bonuses in some years but opted instead for vested stock that tied into company performance measures, illustrating a philosophy of merit-based rewards. His compensation showcases an emphasis on aligning leader incentives with those of the shareholders, aiming for sustainable growth.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$2.92M

Salary

$331.67K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes performance-based pay and equity ownership to align executive interests with those of shareholders.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

José Cil did not participate in any annual incentive programs in 2023.

Other

$16.69K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes contributions to retirement plans and other benefits as outlined in the All Other Compensation Table.

Restricted Stock

$2.57M(2.57M Bonus Matching RSUs)

Board Justification

The stock awards that vested in 2023 include Bonus Matching RSUs calculated under the Bonus Swap Program, which are tied to the annual bonus for 2022 and were issued in 2023.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics for determining compensation include company performance against financial goals and individual performance metrics.

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