Scott R. Behrens is the President and CEO of Stepan Co., a global company focused on chemical manufacturing. He took on the role of CEO on April 25, 2022, after serving as President and COO since January 2021. With nearly...

Scott R. Behrens is the President and CEO of Stepan Co., a global company focused on chemical manufacturing. He took on the role of CEO on April 25, 2022, after serving as President and COO since January 2021. With nearly 30 years at Stepan, he has held various positions across different business areas, particularly in sales, marketing, and research and development. Behrens’ leadership comes at a time when the company is focusing on performance and operations. In 2023, his total compensation was about $1.06 million, primarily from salary, as performance targets were not met. This aligns with the company’s goal of linking pay to performance, which means executives only earn bonuses when financial goals are achieved. Interestingly, during the previous year, his compensation reached nearly $5 million, showing how key performance metrics play a crucial role in his earnings. Behrens’ stakes in the company are substantial, with unvested stock awards valued at over $2.68 million based on share performance, reflecting his vested interest in the company's success.