Larry Page, born on March 26, 1973, is one of the co-founders of Google and served as CEO of Alphabet Inc. until December 2019. With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Stanford University, he is known for his engineering expertise...

Larry Page, born on March 26, 1973, is one of the co-founders of Google and served as CEO of Alphabet Inc. until December 2019. With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Stanford University, he is known for his engineering expertise and innovative mindset. Notably, Larry has opted for a unique compensation structure, taking a salary of just $1 each year since 2015. This move aligns his wealth with Alphabet's stock performance, showcasing his long-term vision for the company. His tenure saw incredible growth, with company valuations soaring from around $24 billion in late 2019 to over $70 billion by mid-2024. Larry participated in the launch of the Google Lunar X PRIZE, a competition aimed at advancing space technology, reflecting his interest in pushing boundaries. Even after stepping down, he remains a significant stockholder and board member at Alphabet, continuing to influence the company's journey.

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2. Holdings

3. Insider Trading

4. Compensation History

5. Other Alphabet Inc. CEOs

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Larry Page

Founder and Ex-CEO of Alphabet Inc.

Education

M.S. in Computer Science from Stanford University

Field of Expertise

Technology & Engineering - Technology

Sector of Economy

Communication Services

Born

March 26, 1973 - 52 years ago

CEO of Alphabet Inc. for

4 years 5 months (Apr 2011 - Oct 2015)

Previous Experience

Co-Founder of Google

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Larry Page

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Mark Zuckerberg

Founder and CEO of Meta Platforms, Inc.

2022 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.00

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$27.11M

Total Holdings

$207.33B

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Sundar Pichai

CEO of Alphabet Inc.

2023 Compensation

Stock

$155.42M

Salary

$2.00M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$6.80M

Total Holdings

$459.19M

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Andrew R. Jassy

CEO of Amazon

2023 Compensation

Stock

$27.83M

Salary

$365.00K

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$992.76K

Total Holdings

$19.04M

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Ted Sarandos

CEO of Netflix

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$3.00M

Bonus

$16.54M

Other

$1.98M

Total Holdings

$28.88M

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Jen-Hsun Huang

Founder and CEO of Nvidia

2023 Compensation

Stock

$61.63M

Salary

$1.00M

Bonus

$4.00M

Other

$2.49M

Total Holdings

$99.30B

Holdings

See how much did Larry Page make over time.

Larry Page holds a significant amount of Alphabet's Class B shares, which grant him 10 votes per share, giving him considerable voting power. As of early 2020, he had about 29 million Class B shares, translating to nearly 39% of...

Larry Page holds a significant amount of Alphabet's Class B shares, which grant him 10 votes per share, giving him considerable voting power. As of early 2020, he had about 29 million Class B shares, translating to nearly 39% of the total voting power. Though he opted out of the traditional stock options most executives receive, he still amassed considerable wealth from his shareholdings. The value of his holdings fluctuated dramatically, starting at $24.63 billion in September 2019 and reaching highs of over $71 billion by 2024, showcasing the significant appreciation of Alphabet's stock during and after his leadership period. Despite occasional dips due to market conditions, his holdings indicate a strong commitment to the company’s long-term performance.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

GOOG @ $162.67

Total Stock Sold

$379.96M

GOOG

$379.96M

198,809,600 GOOG shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Larry Page didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra GOOG198,809,600 shares worth $12.03B.
This is 3,066.31% and $11.65B more than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

GOOG

55,240,000 shares

GOOG

Recent Charitable Transactions

GOOG

25,000 shares

GOOG

Dec 31, 2017

Charity

GOOG

25,000 shares

GOOG

Dec 31, 2017

Charity

GOOG

75,000 shares

GOOG

Nov 18, 2016

Charity

GOOG

75,000 shares

GOOG

Nov 18, 2016

Charity

GOOG

75,000 shares

GOOG

Sep 19, 2016

Charity

GOOG

75,000 shares

GOOG

Aug 30, 2016

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Larry Page.

GOOG

$30.84M

GOOG at $2.58K/share

Apr 19, 2022

Sale

GOOG

$5.11M

GOOG at $2.61K/share

Apr 19, 2022

Sale

GOOG

$33.84M

GOOG at $2.58K/share

Apr 19, 2022

Sale

GOOG

$1.97M

GOOG at $2.60K/share

Apr 19, 2022

Sale

GOOG

$35.34M

GOOG at $2.54K/share

Apr 18, 2022

Sale

GOOG

$35.20M

GOOG at $2.55K/share

Apr 18, 2022

Sale

GOOG

$257.42K

GOOG at $2.57K/share

Apr 18, 2022

Sale

GOOG

$4.39M

GOOG at $2.58K/share

Apr 14, 2022

Sale

GOOG

$31.10M

GOOG at $2.55K/share

Apr 14, 2022

Sale

GOOG

$32.50M

GOOG at $2.56K/share

Apr 14, 2022

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Larry Page make over time.

Larry Page's compensation package is notably unconventional. For several years, he chose to receive a salary of $1, which is a symbolic gesture to align his interests with those of shareholders. Instead of traditional bonuses or stock options, he opted out of equity awards entirely. This unusual structure is part of Alphabet's philosophy for top executives: fostering innovation and performance without the distraction of high cash salaries. His focus has always been on the long-term growth of the company. This decision not only reflects his confidence in Alphabet's success but also allows both him and co-founder Sergey Brin to have their wealth tied closely to the company's market performance.

Year

2019

Total Compensation

$1.00

Salary

$1.00

Board Justification

Alphabet's compensation philosophy aims to attract and retain top talent while aligning employee interests with those of stockholders, focusing on long-term performance and innovation.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

Larry Page does not receive a cash bonus as part of his compensation structure.

Other

$0.00

Board Justification

Larry Page does not receive any other compensation as part of his compensation package.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock awards vested for Larry Page in 2019 as he did not receive any stock grants.

Performance Metrics

Larry Page's compensation is not tied to specific performance metrics as he receives a nominal salary.

Other Alphabet Inc. CEOs

Here are other CEOs of Alphabet Inc.

Eric Schmidt

Ex-CEO of Alphabet Inc.

July 2001 - April 2011

Sundar Pichai

CEO of Alphabet Inc.

December 2019 - Present