8-K/ALeadership Changes

MARSH & MCLENNAN COMPANIES, INC. 8-K/A Report, Executive Changes (Nov 14, 2022)

Filed November 14, 2022For Securities:MRSHMMC

Summary

This 8-K/A filing from Marsh & McLennan Companies (MRSH) provides an amendment to a previous report, detailing the principal terms of the employment letter agreement with John Q. Doyle, who is set to become President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2023. The agreement outlines his compensation package, including a substantial base salary, significant bonus potential, and long-term incentive compensation. This information is crucial for investors to understand the remuneration structure for a key executive taking on top leadership responsibilities. Key aspects of the agreement include Mr. Doyle's annual base salary of $1,400,000 and an annual bonus target of $3,500,000, with the potential to earn up to 200% of that target based on performance. Furthermore, he is eligible for long-term incentive compensation with a target grant date fair value of $11,100,000. The filing also clarifies his participation in the Senior Executive Severance Plan, outlining benefits in case of termination under specific circumstances, as well as access to certain executive perquisites like car and driver services and corporate aircraft for personal travel. Investors should note the inclusion of non-competition and non-solicitation clauses extending for 24 months post-termination.

Key Highlights

  • 1John Q. Doyle's employment letter agreement as President and CEO (effective Jan 1, 2023) terms are disclosed.
  • 2Annual base salary set at $1,400,000, effective January 1, 2023.
  • 3Eligible for an annual bonus with a target of $3,500,000, with potential payout from 0% to 200% of target.
  • 4Target grant date fair value for long-term incentive compensation is $11,100,000, starting with the 2023 annual award.
  • 5Mr. Doyle will participate in the Senior Executive Severance Plan, detailing termination benefits.
  • 6Executive perquisites include access to a car and driver, and corporate aircraft for personal travel up to $130,000 annually in incremental cost.
  • 7Non-competition and non-solicitation restrictions are in place for 24 months following employment termination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mr. Doyle's compensation includes an annual base salary of $1,400,000, an annual bonus target of $3,500,000 (with potential to earn 0%-200% of target), and long-term incentive compensation with a target grant date fair value of $11,100,000. He also receives executive perquisites such as car/driver and corporate aircraft access, subject to certain cost limitations.

Severance benefits are generally provided in the event of termination by the Company without cause, or by the participant for good reason within two years following a change in control. Benefits are conditioned on the execution of a valid waiver and release of claims agreement.

Yes, Mr. Doyle is subject to non-competition and non-solicitation restrictions that will remain in effect for 24 months following his termination of employment.

This filing is an amendment to a previous 8-K report. Its primary purpose is to provide investors with the principal terms of the employment letter agreement for John Q. Doyle, who is appointed as the new President and CEO, including his compensation and benefits.