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Joseph S. Dwyer is the CEO of Stifel Financial Corp., a role he assumed for 17 years. He is a finance expert with a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan. Under his leadership, Stifel has seen significant growth and...

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Joseph S. Dwyer

Ex-CEO of Stifel Financial

Education

Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan

Field of Expertise

Finance & Banking - Finance

Sector of Economy

Financial Services

Born

April 15, 1958 - 66 years ago

CEO of Stifel Financial for

1 year 11 months (Jan 2000 - Dec 2001)

Previous Experience

Formerly with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated

Holdings

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Joseph Dwyer has made notable investments in Stifel Financial Corp., showcasing his confidence in the company. During his tenure, his holdings fluctuated, with key stock acquisitions aligning with periods of growth. Most recently, Dwyer's holdings peaked at over $3 million,...

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Compensation History

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In 2001, Joseph S. Dwyer received a total compensation package of approximately $2 million. This included a base salary of $200,000, a performance-based bonus of $280,000, and other forms of compensation that included stock units valued at $1.26 million. His bonus was tied directly to the company's performance, demonstrating a clear link between the company's success and his earnings. This alignment incentivizes leadership to focus on driving results and holds them accountable for performance. Over the years, his approach to compensation has reflected a philosophy of incentivizing executives while ensuring shareholder interests are at the forefront. Dwyer's financial acumen is apparent as he steers Stifel towards sustainable growth while managing compensation structures effectively.

Year

2001

Total Compensation

$1.77M

Salary

$200.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy aims to attract and retain highly qualified executives, aligning their financial interests closely with stockholder interests through performance-based compensation.

Bonus

$280.00K

Board Justification

The bonus is determined based on the performance of the Company, the individual executive, and his operating unit during the fiscal year.

Other

$25.19K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes contributions to profit sharing plans, stock purchase plans, and dividends on restricted stock units.

Restricted Stock

$1.26M(120K stock units)

Board Justification

The stock units are part of the Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated Wealth Accumulation Plan, where participants receive stock units in lieu of a portion of their incentive compensation.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics include financial, non-financial, and strategic objectives considered in evaluating performance.

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