Sundar Pichai is the CEO of Alphabet Inc., which is the parent company of Google. He took charge in December 2019 after leading Google since 2015. Pichai has a strong background in engineering, holding a Master's degree from Stanford University...
Sundar Pichai is the CEO of Alphabet Inc., which is the parent company of Google. He took charge in December 2019 after leading Google since 2015. Pichai has a strong background in engineering, holding a Master's degree from Stanford University and an MBA from the Wharton School. He’s been pivotal in guiding Alphabet through significant challenges and innovations in tech. In 2023, Sundar earned over $8.8 million, with most coming from a $2 million salary and substantial perks for personal security. He did not receive a bonus this year, but previously earned significant bonuses linked to environmental and social goals. A huge part of Sundar’s wealth comes from his stock holdings, including hundreds of millions in Alphabet's Class C Capital Stock. This ownership aligns his interests closely with shareholders. In 2022, he received a major equity award of about $225 million, focused on long-term performance. He also serves on Alphabet’s Board of Directors but does not get additional fees for that role, which reflects a hands-on commitment without extra financial incentives. Through his leadership, Sundar balances innovation with performance, ensuring Alphabet stays at the forefront of technology.