Steven P. Lawrence is the CEO of Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc., a role he stepped into on June 1, 2023, after serving as the Chief Merchandising Officer. With a background in retail, he brings valuable experience from his previous...

Steven P. Lawrence is the CEO of Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc., a role he stepped into on June 1, 2023, after serving as the Chief Merchandising Officer. With a background in retail, he brings valuable experience from his previous leadership roles, including being the CEO of francesca's and the Chief Merchandising Officer at Stage Stores. Lawrence holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Notre Dame. In 2023, he earned total compensation of about $1,038,401, which included a base salary of $1 million and bonuses tied to his performance. Notably, during his tenure, Lawrence's stock holdings showed considerable growth, with values fluctuating between $3.83 million and a peak of $9.08 million since January 2023. He has been actively involved in leadership transitions at Academy Sports, guiding the company through a significant executive reshuffle, and focusing on enhancing the retail experience. Under his leadership, Academy Sports aims to grow as a leading sports and outdoor retailer, balancing innovation and tradition in its approach to the market.

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3. Insider Trading

4. Compensation History

5. Other Academy Sports and Outdoors CEOs

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Steven (Steve) P. Lawrence

CEO of Academy Sports and Outdoors

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Notre Dame

Field of Expertise

Consumer Goods & Retail - Retail

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

CEO of Academy Sports and Outdoors for

1 year 10 months (Jun 2023 - Present)

Previous Experience

President, Chief Executive Officer at francesca’s

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Steven (Steve) P. Lawrence

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Lauren R. Hobart

CEO of Dick's Sporting Goods

2023 Compensation

Stock

$10.67M

Salary

$1.31M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$34.05K

Total Holdings

$51.78M

Holdings

See how much did Steven (Steve) P. Lawrence make over time.

Since stepping into his role as CEO, Steven P. Lawrence has seen significant changes in his financial position tied to his stock holdings at Academy Sports and Outdoors. His holdings peaked at an impressive $9.08 million in February 2024, a...

Since stepping into his role as CEO, Steven P. Lawrence has seen significant changes in his financial position tied to his stock holdings at Academy Sports and Outdoors. His holdings peaked at an impressive $9.08 million in February 2024, a substantial increase from $3.83 million in January 2021. This growth reflects his belief in the company's future and aligns with the company's performance. His commitment to Academy Sports is evident, as his wealth has been closely tied to the success of the company since he took over leadership. This connection highlights Lawrence's confidence in his strategy and the direction of the business as it continues to expand its market presence.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

ASO @ $46.39

Total Stock Sold

$11.30M

ASO

$11.30M

237,875 ASO shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Steven (Steve) P. Lawrence didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra ASO237,875 shares worth $3.09M.
This is -72.65% and $8.21M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Steven (Steve) P. Lawrence.

ASO

$2.04M

ASO at $48.53/share

Nov 17, 2021

Sale

ASO

$9.00M

ASO at $48.08/share

Nov 15, 2021

Sale

ASO

$213.94K

ASO at $48.02/share

Nov 4, 2021

Sale

ASO

$88.94K

ASO at $20.77/share

Jan 4, 2021

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Steven (Steve) P. Lawrence make over time.

In 2023, Steven P. Lawrence's total compensation reached about $1,038,401. He earned a base salary of $1 million and received a bonus of $148,888, based on his individual performance metrics. The company's success in achieving certain sales goals contributed to the bonus payout. His salary reflects a competitive pay structure aimed at retaining top executives while aligning with the company's performance goals. Lawrence's compensation package indicates a focus on performance-based incentives, with a structure designed to reward strong leadership and strategic direction within the company, enhancing his drive to succeed as CEO.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$1.18M

Salary

$1.00M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy is designed to align with company performance and retain key executives, with a focus on market competitiveness and rewarding strong performance.

Bonus

$148.89K

Board Justification

The bonus was based on individual performance metrics, with a payout of 10% of the total target bonus opportunity due to the achievement of individual performance strategic initiative goals.

Other

$29.51K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes reimbursements for financial planning services and annual physicals.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 RSU)

Board Justification

No stock vested in 2023 as the focus was on performance-based RSUs and options that were not included in this summary.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for determining the compensation included Company Adjusted EBIT and Net Sales, with individual performance metrics also contributing to the bonus structure.

Other Academy Sports and Outdoors CEOs

Here are other CEOs of Academy Sports and Outdoors

Ken C. Hicks

Ex-CEO of Academy Sports and Outdoors

May 2018 - June 2023