William J. Amelio has had a dynamic career with leadership roles in several major companies before joining Avnet. He became CEO of Avnet in September 2016, after serving as Interim CEO starting in July of that year. Before that, he...

William J. Amelio has had a dynamic career with leadership roles in several major companies before joining Avnet. He became CEO of Avnet in September 2016, after serving as Interim CEO starting in July of that year. Before that, he held top positions at CHC Group and was CEO of Lenovo, guiding it during a crucial time for the company. Amelio has been part of Avnet since 2014 as a director, bringing a wealth of experience from his time at Dell and IBM, where he oversaw operations in Asia-Pacific. He's also known for his commitment to giving back, having founded a non-profit that focuses on education for children in Cambodia. Interestingly, under Amelio’s guidance, Avnet adopted a pay-for-performance principle in its compensation plans, showing a strong focus on linking executive pay to the company's financial success. This reflects his approach to leadership, emphasizing accountability and results. His recent compensation package in 2016 included a base salary of $1 million and a significant performance bonus, indicating the board's confidence in his abilities to drive Avnet's growth.

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William J. Amelio

Ex-CEO of Avnet

Sector of Economy

Technology

CEO of Avnet for

1 year 11 months (May 2014 - May 2016)

Previous Experience

President, Chief Executive Officer and Director of CHC Group Ltd.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of William J. Amelio

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Christopher G. Thomas

CEO of Paycom Software

2023 Compensation

Stock

$4.97M

Salary

$401.73K

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$4.03K

Total Holdings

$11.10M

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Michael Hsing

CEO of Monolithic Power Systems

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$831.60K

Bonus

$1.51M

Other

$0.00

Total Holdings

$631.63M

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Michael R. McMullen

CEO of Agilent Technologies

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.32M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$84.04K

Total Holdings

$31.10M

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Sean J. Kerins

CEO of Arrow Electronics

2023 Compensation

Stock

$4.00M

Salary

$1.00M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$14.07K

Total Holdings

$12.28M

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Russell J. Low

CEO of Axcelis Technologies

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$530.10K

Bonus

$519.07K

Other

$9.90K

Total Holdings

$4.66M

Holdings

See how much did William J. Amelio make over time.

As of recent reports, William J. Amelio has shown active management of his stock holdings in Avnet. During his time as CEO, his net worth saw significant fluctuations, especially given the ties to the company's performance. Initially, while serving as...

As of recent reports, William J. Amelio has shown active management of his stock holdings in Avnet. During his time as CEO, his net worth saw significant fluctuations, especially given the ties to the company's performance. Initially, while serving as CEO, his stake in Avnet was substantial, reflecting a deep commitment to the company's future. However, there have been periods where his holdings decreased, particularly after leaving the company in 2020, suggesting he diversified his assets elsewhere. His trading history showcases strategic timing, with various transactions that signaled confidence in the firm's direction. What stands out is that despite these changes, Amelio's dedication to Avnet’s vision remained clear throughout his tenure.

Mar 17, 2025

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shares

AVT @ $48.23

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of William J. Amelio.

AVT

16,474 shares

AVT

Aug 28, 2019

Received

AVT

40,912 shares

AVT

Aug 14, 2019

Received

AVT

33,424 shares

AVT

Aug 28, 2018

Received

AVT

$117.48K

AVT at $39.16/share

Dec 8, 2017

Purchase

AVT

33,968 shares

AVT

Aug 10, 2017

Received

AVT

28,878 shares

AVT

Jan 1, 2017

Received

AVT

25,773 shares

AVT

Jul 11, 2016

Received

AVT

3,451 shares

AVT

Jan 4, 2016

Received

AVT

3,021 shares

AVT

Jan 2, 2015

Received

AVT

2,105 shares

AVT

May 9, 2014

Received

Compensation History

See how much did William J. Amelio make over time.

William J. Amelio’s total compensation during his time with Avnet reflects a strong link to performance metrics. In 2016, he earned a total of $1,166,161, primarily from a base salary of $1 million and a performance bonus that was influenced by a pay-for-performance strategy. His bonus included specific targets related to net income and operating income margins, showing a focus on financial accountability. This year marked a big increase from prior years when his reported compensation was significantly lower. No stock or options were reported for his compensations in that fiscal year, highlighting his earnings were strictly tied to direct salary and bonuses based on performance, aligning with the company's compensation philosophy.

Year

2016

Total Compensation

$2.17M

Salary

$1.00M

Board Justification

Avnet’s compensation programs are designed around a pay-for-performance philosophy that links both short- and long-term financial and operational goals to enhance shareholder value.

Bonus

$1.17M

Board Justification

Mr. Amelio’s first half of the year incentive target was $548,764 with a performance payout percentage of 110% resulting in an actual payout of $603,640. Mr. Amelio’s second half of the year incentive target was $750,000 with a performance payout percentage of 75% resulting in an actual payout of $562,521.

Other

$0.00

Board Justification

No other compensation was reported for 2016.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock was reported as vested in 2016.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics for Mr. Amelio included net income after tax (NIAT) and operating income margin.

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Roy Vallee

Ex-CEO of Avnet

June 2008 - May 2014

Rick Hamada

Ex-CEO of Avnet

May 2016 - October 2019