David S. Taylor is a longstanding figure at Procter & Gamble (P&G), having started his career there in 1980. He became CEO in 2015, leading the company through a significant transformation. Under his watch, P&G streamlined operations and optimized its...

David S. Taylor is a longstanding figure at Procter & Gamble (P&G), having started his career there in 1980. He became CEO in 2015, leading the company through a significant transformation. Under his watch, P&G streamlined operations and optimized its extensive brand portfolio, adapting to market changes effectively. Notably, Taylor made strategic decisions that kept P&G competitive in the fast-changing consumer goods landscape. He transitioned to Executive Chairman in 2021 and served until his retirement in 2022. During his tenure as CEO, he saw his compensation peak at $22.5 million in 2019, a result of strong performance that included high bonus payouts linked to company success. Despite the fluctuations in his pay, one constant was his substantial investment in P&G, with holdings sometimes exceeding $40 million. This shows his commitment to the company he helped shape. Taylor's leadership style and strategic thinking have left a lasting impact on P&G, ensuring its position among the top consumer product companies globally.

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David S. Taylor

Ex-CEO of Procter & Gamble

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Consumer Defensive

Born

October 15, 1964 - 60 years ago

CEO of Procter & Gamble for

5 years 11 months (Nov 2015 - Oct 2021)

Previous Experience

President and Chief Executive Officer

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of David S. Taylor

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Noel R. Wallace

CEO of Colgate-Palmolive

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.48M

Bonus

$4.73M

Other

$929.86K

Total Holdings

$50.27M

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James Quincey

CEO of Coca-Cola

2023 Compensation

Stock

$43.34M

Salary

$1.60M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$625.06K

Total Holdings

$90.50M

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Brian Cornell

CEO of Target

2023 Compensation

Stock

$13.57M

Salary

$1.40M

Bonus

$831.60K

Other

$469.04K

Total Holdings

$71.48M

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C. Douglas McMillon

CEO of Walmart

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.47M

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$199.58K

Total Holdings

$433.19M

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Benno Dorer

CEO of Clorox

2022 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$740.00K

Bonus

$1.26M

Other

$0.00

Total Holdings

$25.02M

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Warren E. Buffett

CEO of Berkshire Hathaway

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$100.00K

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$313.60K

Total Holdings

$162.98B

Holdings

See how much did David S. Taylor make over time.

David S. Taylor held significant shares in Procter & Gamble during his tenure. His holdings in common stock were valued at over $40 million at various peaks. This reflects not just his earnings, but his belief in the company’s potential....

David S. Taylor held significant shares in Procter & Gamble during his tenure. His holdings in common stock were valued at over $40 million at various peaks. This reflects not just his earnings, but his belief in the company’s potential. At one point, his financial future was tightly linked to P&G's success, showing how much he had invested in the brand's growth. As his role evolved, his wealth fluctuated, influenced by stock versions that sometimes didn't vest. Despite stepping back from daily operations as Executive Chairman in 2021 and retiring in 2022, Taylor’s financial stake in P&G illustrates his long-term commitment to its success. Throughout his career, he managed to balance significant influence with substantial personal investment in the company’s future.

Total Stock Sold

$233.61M

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$233.61M

1,896,045 PG shares

What if they kept their stock?

If David S. Taylor didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra PG1,896,045 shares worth $220.34M.
This is -5.68% and $13.27M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

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27,000 shares

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Recent Charitable Transactions

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15,000 shares

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Aug 17, 2021

Charity

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12,000 shares

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Aug 12, 2020

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of David S. Taylor.

DAL

6,460 shares

DAL

Jun 20, 2024

Received

DAL

$307.50K

DAL at $30.75/share

Oct 27, 2023

Purchase

DAL

$330.90K

DAL at $33.09/share

Oct 18, 2023

Purchase

DAL

7,470 shares

DAL

Jun 15, 2023

Received

DAL

$164.13K

DAL at $32.83/share

Apr 26, 2023

Purchase

DAL

$171.28K

DAL at $34.26/share

Apr 21, 2023

Purchase

DAL

$167.81K

DAL at $33.56/share

Apr 14, 2023

Purchase

DAL

$293.10K

DAL at $29.31/share

Jul 14, 2022

Purchase

DAL

6,430 shares

DAL

Jun 16, 2022

Received

PG

$4.88M

PG at $162.83/share

Apr 25, 2022

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did David S. Taylor make over time.

During his tenure as CEO, David S. Taylor's compensation varied year to year, peaking at almost $22.5 million in 2019. This bump was largely due to performance bonuses tied directly to P&G's results, reflecting strong company performance metrics like sales growth. His pay included a $1.4 million salary, but his real earnings often came from bonuses, which could fluctuate significantly. In 2021, his total compensation was reported at around $4 million, a drastic decrease as he shifted to a role as Executive Chairman. Despite different years showing variations in how much he earned—due to performance and stock vesting cycles—it's clear that his pay was closely linked to how well P&G was doing during his watch, incentivizing a focus on driving the company forward. Taylor's strong performance ties and commitments show how he aligned his interests with those of the shareholders.

Year

2021

Total Compensation

$5.04M

Salary

$1.40M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes pay for performance, competitive pay structures, and long-term success through equity incentives.

Bonus

$3.30M

Board Justification

The STAR award for FY 2021-22, reflecting performance against established targets, paid out at approximately 137% of target.

Other

$346.06K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes retirement plan contributions, executive group life insurance, and other benefits.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock awards vested in 2021 as the focus is on the performance stock units and long-term incentive programs.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics include organic sales growth, core earnings per share growth, and free cash flow productivity.

Other Procter & Gamble CEOs

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A.G. Lafley

Ex-CEO of Procter & Gamble

June 2013 - October 2015

Jon R. Moeller

CEO of Procter & Gamble

November 2021 - Present