Thomas A. Kingsbury has been leading Burlington Stores, Inc. since December 2008. With decades of experience in retail, he previously held senior roles at large companies like Kohl’s Corporation and The May Department Stores Company. Under his leadership, Burlington has...

Thomas A. Kingsbury has been leading Burlington Stores, Inc. since December 2008. With decades of experience in retail, he previously held senior roles at large companies like Kohl’s Corporation and The May Department Stores Company. Under his leadership, Burlington has grown significantly, showing his strong understanding of the retail market. As CEO, his pay in 2019 was about $9.6 million, including stocks and salary. Notably, his stock portfolio has fluctuated dramatically, peaking at over $35 million in value in late 2019 before declining. Kingsbury's focus on performance metrics has driven substantial growth for the company. Additionally, he made headlines in 2014 when he was granted additional compensation tied to company performance, showcasing how seriously he takes aligning his success with the company's success. He became Executive Chairman in 2019, stepping down as CEO but still playing a vital role in guiding the company's strategy.