Ryan McInerney took the helm as CEO of Visa Inc. on February 1, 2023, stepping into the shoes of Alfred F. Kelly, Jr. Having joined Visa as President in 2013, McInerney has been a key player in developing the company’s...

Ryan McInerney took the helm as CEO of Visa Inc. on February 1, 2023, stepping into the shoes of Alfred F. Kelly, Jr. Having joined Visa as President in 2013, McInerney has been a key player in developing the company’s global client operations. He brings with him significant experience from JPMorgan Chase, where he led consumer banking operations, overseeing a massive team and generating revenues around $14 billion. McInerney’s background also includes a stint with McKinsey & Company, where he focused on retail banking and payments. Notably, under his leadership, Visa has aimed to align its executive pay with its overall performance, promoting a culture of accountability. In 2023, his total compensation was reported at approximately $2.3 million, which included a large bonus for meeting performance targets, reflecting the company's commitment to rewarding effective leadership. Additionally, McInerney has made substantial personal investments in Visa, with his stock holdings seeing significant fluctuations over the years, indicating his strong belief in the company’s future. Outside of work, he balances a demanding career with a focus on innovation in payment solutions.

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4. Compensation History

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Ryan McInerney

CEO of Visa

Sector of Economy

Financial Services

Born

July 30, 2024 - 0 years ago

CEO of Visa for

2 years 2 months (Feb 2023 - Present)

Previous Experience

Unknown

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Ryan McInerney

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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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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

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Cameron M. Bready

CEO of Global Payments

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.00M

Bonus

$1.41M

Other

$185.70K

Total Holdings

$36.26M

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Jack Dorsey

Founder and CEO of Block

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$2.75

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$0.00

Total Holdings

$980.58K

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Alex Chriss

CEO of PayPal Holdings, Inc.

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$302.89K

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$311.84K

Total Holdings

$11.94M

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Warren E. Buffett

CEO of Berkshire Hathaway

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$100.00K

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$313.60K

Total Holdings

$162.98B

Holdings

See how much did Ryan McInerney make over time.

Ryan McInerney's financial stakes in Visa are intriguing. Over the years, he has seen his holdings vary significantly, especially between 2019 and 2022, where values fluctuated from around $15 million to over $76 million in a single month. In 2023,...

Ryan McInerney's financial stakes in Visa are intriguing. Over the years, he has seen his holdings vary significantly, especially between 2019 and 2022, where values fluctuated from around $15 million to over $76 million in a single month. In 2023, his stock value continued to show notable gains, reaching over $60 million. This journey reflects not just fluctuations in Visa's market, but also showcases McInerney's confidence in the company's growth. For instance, in December 2023, his holdings peaked at about $62.93 million, a testament to his commitment and the potential he sees in Visa's operations. This level of investment shows he is deeply invested in the company's success and performance.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

V @ $334.77

Total Stock Sold

$104.73M

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$104.73M

461,876 V shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Ryan McInerney didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra V461,876 shares worth $80.80M.
This is -22.85% and $23.93M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

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186,395 shares

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Recent Charitable Transactions

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3,300 shares

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Nov 22, 2024

Charity

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9,831 shares

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Nov 30, 2023

Charity

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159,696 shares

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Jun 14, 2022

Charity

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2,344 shares

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Dec 15, 2021

Charity

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2,424 shares

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Dec 15, 2020

Charity

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8,800 shares

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Jun 7, 2019

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Ryan McInerney.

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$3.13M

V at $363.00/share

Mar 3, 2025

Sale

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$2.93M

V at $340.00/share

Feb 3, 2025

Sale

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$2.74M

V at $317.78/share

Jan 2, 2025

Sale

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$2.73M

V at $316.90/share

Nov 30, 2024

Sale

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3,300 shares

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Nov 22, 2024

Charity

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$2.49M

V at $288.49/share

Nov 1, 2024

Sale

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$2.39M

V at $276.97/share

Oct 1, 2024

Sale

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$2.38M

V at $276.37/share

Sep 3, 2024

Sale

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$2.37M

V at $275.00/share

Aug 29, 2024

Sale

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$2.30M

V at $280.36/share

Apr 1, 2024

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Ryan McInerney make over time.

In 2023, Ryan McInerney's compensation package totaled around $2.3 million. This included a base salary of $1.4 million, along with a impressive annual cash bonus of $5.25 million tied to performance targets. This bonus was particularly noteworthy as it represented 150% of the target goal for that year, reflecting the company’s strong performance under his leadership. Unlike many CEO compensation packages, McInerney's focused primarily on cash compensation; no stock grants vested during this period, showing a distinct shift towards immediate cash rewards based on corporate results. Additionally, he received around $270,000 in other benefits, covering perks like a company car and aircraft use. This alignment of financial incentives not only mirrors Visa's commitment to strong performance but also suggests a focused approach to leadership rewards.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$6.92M

Salary

$1.40M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes pay for performance, aligning executive compensation with company performance and stakeholder interests, while also aiming to attract and retain key talent.

Bonus

$5.25M

Board Justification

Annual cash incentive award based on performance against pre-established goals, with a payout percentage of 150% of target for fiscal year 2023.

Other

$269.94K

Board Justification

Includes perquisites such as company car, aircraft usage, and 401k match.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock grants vested in 2023 as the focus is on cash compensation and performance-based awards.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics include financial goals such as net revenue growth, net income growth, and EPS growth, alongside operational excellence and ESG initiatives.

Other Visa CEOs

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Alfred F. Kelly, Jr.

Ex-CEO of Visa

February 2019 - January 2024