Lee Olesky is the co-founder and former CEO of Tradeweb Markets Inc., a major player in the electronic trading sector. He led the company from its inception and played a key role in its international expansion, especially into Asia and...

Lee Olesky is the co-founder and former CEO of Tradeweb Markets Inc., a major player in the electronic trading sector. He led the company from its inception and played a key role in its international expansion, especially into Asia and Europe. Under his leadership, Tradeweb became well-known for its innovations in electronic marketplaces for various asset classes. He served as CEO until the end of 2022 before transitioning to Chairperson of the Board. Olesky's experience spans several decades in finance, including key positions at firms like Credit Suisse. He’s recognized for his ability to align performance with competitive benchmarks, which contributed to his impressive bonus payouts over the years. His strategic vision helped raise Tradeweb's profile significantly in the market. Olesky's direct impact is evident in the substantial increase in company valuation during his tenure, indicating his effectiveness as a leader in a fast-evolving industry. Even after his role as CEO, he remains influential in shaping the company's future direction as chairman.

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2. Holdings

3. Insider Trading

4. Compensation History

5. Other Tradeweb Markets Inc. CEOs

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Lee Olesky

Ex-CEO of Tradeweb Markets Inc.

Sector of Economy

Financial Services

Born

July 30, 2024 - 0 years ago

CEO of Tradeweb Markets Inc. for

3 years 9 months (Mar 2019 - Dec 2022)

Previous Experience

Unknown

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Lee Olesky

Holdings

See how much did Lee Olesky make over time.

Lee Olesky has had significant fluctuations in his holdings related to Tradeweb Markets Inc. His wealth peaked around late 2019 when his holdings were valued at over $200 million, reflecting the success of Tradeweb during that time. However, there have...

Lee Olesky has had significant fluctuations in his holdings related to Tradeweb Markets Inc. His wealth peaked around late 2019 when his holdings were valued at over $200 million, reflecting the success of Tradeweb during that time. However, there have been notable dips, especially in 2020 when the valuation dropped below $200 million within a few months. As of 2022, his holdings were valued at approximately $17.53 million at the beginning of January, showing a trend of volatility connected to market conditions and company performance. By 2022, Olesky's holdings had stabilized at a higher value of around $64 million by the end of the year, showcasing resiliency and smart asset management. His direct stake in Tradeweb reflects not only his success but his belief in the company's ongoing potential.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

TW @ $140.43

Total Stock Sold

$407.67M

TW

$407.67M

5,734,403 TW shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Lee Olesky didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra TW5,734,403 shares worth $333.63M.
This is -18.16% and $74.04M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Lee Olesky.

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$10.49M

TW at $79.11/share

Mar 31, 2023

Sale

TW

$12.93M

TW at $77.77/share

Mar 29, 2023

Sale

TW

98 shares

TW

Mar 20, 2023

Received

TW

58 shares

TW

Mar 16, 2023

Received

TW

37,336 shares

TW

Feb 24, 2023

Received

TW

5,295 shares

TW

Jan 1, 2023

Received

TW

85,656 shares

TW

Dec 15, 2022

Received

TW

$1.51M

TW at $74.54/share

Aug 17, 2022

Sale

TW

$7.41M

TW at $74.09/share

Aug 15, 2022

Sale

TW

$597.90K

TW at $91.02/share

Apr 8, 2022

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Lee Olesky make over time.

In 2022, Lee Olesky's total compensation reached an impressive $177.37 million, marking a significant increase from previous years. His salary stood at $770,000, with a cash bonus of $6.04 million that reflected his performance and achievement of set financial goals. Additionally, he saw the vesting of 120,057 restricted stock units, valued at over $7.7 million, signaling a successful year for Tradeweb. Throughout his tenure, his bonus payouts have been particularly high, sometimes exceeding 200% of the target based on meeting strong revenue and EBITDA margin growth. His overall compensation strategy emphasizes a direct link between pay and performance, rewarding him richly for enhancing shareholder value. Notably, 2021 saw a staggering bonus of $9.56 million, highlighting the year-over-year growth of his role's impact.

Year

2022

Total Compensation

$14.65M

Salary

$770.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes a pay-for-performance culture, with a significant portion of executive compensation being variable and tied to company performance metrics.

Bonus

$6.04M

Board Justification

The annual cash bonus for 2022 was based on the achievement of specified annual Company financial performance goals, with a target bonus opportunity of $4.675 million, resulting in a payout of 129.2% of the target.

Other

$44.32K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes financial planning services, executive life insurance, group life insurance, and matching contributions to the Company’s 401(k) plan.

Restricted Stock

$7.80M(120.06K RSU)

Board Justification

The number of shares that vested in 2022 includes 120,057 shares from PRSUs and RSUs that were settled based on performance and time-based vesting conditions.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining the annual bonus included constant currency revenue growth and constant currency Adjusted EBITDA margin.

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William Hult

CEO of Tradeweb Markets Inc.

January 2023 - Present