ALEXANDER & BALDWIN, INC.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A
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To the Shareholders of Alexander Baldwin, Inc.:
You are invited to attend the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Alexander Baldwin, Inc. (“AB” or the “Company”), to be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Hawaii Standard Time in a virtual format by live audio webcast. Information on how to attend our virtual Annual Meeting is included in the Proxy Statement. We hope that you can join us.
Whether or not you plan to attend the Annual Meeting, we encourage you to read the Proxy Statement and vote your shares.
You may vote via the Internet, by telephone or by requesting a paper proxy card to complete and return by mail. Specific instructions for shareholders are included in the enclosed proxy or on a Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials being distributed to shareholders on or around March 11, 2025.
Your vote is important and your shares should be represented. Thank you for your continued support of AB.
Sincerely,
LANCE K. PARKER
President and Chief Executive Officer
President and Chief Executive Officer
March 11, 2025
822 Bishop Street • Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
8:00 a.m., Hawaii Standard Time
Where:
The 2025 Annual Meeting will be held in a virtual format via live audio webcast.
Shareholders may attend virtually and participate in the Annual Meeting, and vote their shares electronically, by visiting
www.meetnow.global/M9L456Y
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Elect six directors to serve until the next Annual Meeting of Shareholders and until their successors are duly elected and qualified;
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Conduct an advisory vote on executive compensation;
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Conduct an advisory vote on the frequency of future advisory votes on executive compensation;
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Ratify the appointment of the independent registered public accounting firm for the ensuing year; and
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Transact such other business as properly may be brought before the meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof.
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The Board of Directors has set the close of business on February 13, 2025 as the record date for the meeting. Owners of Alexander Baldwin, Inc. stock at the close of business on that date are entitled to receive notice of and to vote at the meeting.
By Order of the Board of Directors,
ALYSON J. NAKAMURA
Vice President and Corporate Secretary
Vice President and Corporate Secretary
March 11, 2025
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOUR SHARES BE REPRESENTED AT THE MEETING. PLEASE PROMPTLY VOTE VIA THE INTERNET OR BY TELEPHONE, OR REQUEST A PAPER PROXY CARD TO COMPLETE AND RETURN BY MAIL.
Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Alexander Baldwin, Inc. to be held on April 22, 2025
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This Proxy Statement and our 2024 Annual Report are available at www.envisionreports.com/ALEX
SUMMARY INFORMATION
To assist you in reviewing this Proxy Statement, we would like to call your attention to key elements of this document. The following description is only a summary. For more information, please read the complete Proxy Statement.
Annual Meeting of Shareholders
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 8:00 a.m. Hawaii Standard Time
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The 2025 Annual Meeting will be virtual, conducted entirely via live audio webcast
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February 13, 2025
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Voting:
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Record shareholders must have the control number printed on their proxy card in order to access the virtual meeting. Shareholders who hold their shares through an intermediary must register and provide a Legal Proxy. Further information is included in this Proxy Statement. | ||||
Meeting Agenda
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Board Nominees
The following table provides summary information about each director nominee. Each director nominee is elected until the next Annual Meeting of Shareholders. The Board believes that the Company benefits from having directors with a wide range of viewpoints, backgrounds and experiences.
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| Shelee M. T. Kimura | 2023 |
President and Chief Executive Officer, Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc.
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Compensation
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| Diana M. Laing | 2019 | Retired CFO, American Homes 4 Rent |
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Compensation, Chair
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Audit
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Nominating Corporate Governance
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| John T. Leong | 2020 |
Co-Founder CEO of Kupu
Co-Founder CEO of Pono Pacific Land
Management, LLC |
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Audit
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| Lance K. Parker | 2023 | President and Chief Executive Officer, Alexander Baldwin, Inc. | — | ||||||||
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| Douglas M. Pasquale | 2012 |
Founder CEO of Capstone Enterprises
Corporation |
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Audit, Chair
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Nominating Corporate Governance
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| Eric K. Yeaman | 2012 | Founder Managing Partner, Hoku Capital LLC |
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Audit
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Nominating Corporate Governance, Chair
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Sound principles of corporate governance are a priority for AB’s Board of Directors. Governance highlights include:
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All directors, other than the CEO, are independent
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Independent leadership, consisting of an independent, non-executive chair, a lead independent director and a chief executive officer
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Multiple skill sets represented on the Board, as reflected in the skills matrix in the
Director Nominees and Qualifications of Directors
section of this Proxy Statement
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Annual election of directors
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A majority voting standard in uncontested director elections
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Shareholders can amend the bylaws with a majority vote
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Shareholders can call special meetings with a 10% vote
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No poison pill
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Meaningful director share ownership guidelines
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Annual board evaluations
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An Audit Committee composed of a majority of Audit Committee Financial Experts
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Mandatory retirement age of 75
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Average tenure of less than seven years
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Robust shareholder engagement program
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As nominated for the 2025 Annual Meeting, the Board will be 33% women and 66% people of color
Executive Compensation Linked to Performance
2024 results reflected the strong performance of AB's high-quality portfolio of grocery-anchored retail, industrial and ground lease assets. The Company generated diluted earnings per share available to AB shareholders of $0.83 and Funds from Operations ("FFO") per diluted share of $1.37, representing an increase from the prior year of 102.4% and 25.7%, respectively.
The Commercial Real Estate ("CRE") portfolio grew its Same-Store Net Operating Income by 2.87%. Leasing activity remained robust, finishing the year with total leased occupancy of 94.6%. Comparable new and renewal leasing spreads for the improved portfolio were 11.6% and 11.7%, respectively. Proceeds from the sale of Waipouli Town Center were used to fund the acquisition of an 81,500 square-foot distribution facility. We began construction of a 29,550 square foot warehouse and distribution center at Maui Business Park II, and continued to expand our photovoltaic program. The Land Operations segment generated $18.9 million in operating profit due primarily to land sales and earnings from an unconsolidated investment in a legacy joint venture.
The Company maintained a strong and flexible balance sheet. As of December 31, 2024, our net debt to Consolidated Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization ("EBITDA") ratio was 3.6 times, and we had total liquidity of $333.4 million. We also recast our revolving credit facility and renewed our $200 million at-the-market equity offering program. General and administrative expenses were reduced by $4.2 million, or 12.4%, compared to 2023.
The Company firmly believes in pay for performance and aligning pay with shareholder interests and the Company’s business objectives. Accordingly, the majority of executive compensation is tied to performance. As displayed in the charts below, in 2024, 81% of the target compensation for our President and Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”), Lance
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Parker, was in the form of performance-based pay, consisting of annual incentives (cash) and long-term incentives (equity), with the remaining 19% set as fixed pay. For our other Named Executive Officers (“NEOs”), 59% of their target compensation was performance-based with the remaining 41% set as fixed pay. All elements of executive compensation are generally targeted at the 50
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percentile of market pay data. In 2024, our executive compensation program received strong support from shareholders with over 96% of Say-on-Pay votes cast in favor of the program.
* Jeffrey Pauker served as EVP and Chief Investment Officer through October 25, 2024. Mr. Pauker's percentage was calculated using his annualized cash compensation and 2024 equity award.
We encourage you to read our Compensation Discussion and Analysis (“CDA”), which begins on page
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and describes our pay for performance philosophy and each element of compensation. Our Board of Directors recommends approval, on an advisory basis, of the compensation of our Named Executive Officers, as further described in the CDA and “Proposal No. 2: Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation” beginning on page
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PROXY STATEMENT
ANNUAL MEETING INFORMATION
Why am I receiving these materials?
The Board of Directors of Alexander Baldwin, Inc. (“AB” or the “Company”) is soliciting proxies for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on April 22, 2025 and at any adjournment or postponement of the meeting (the “Annual Meeting”).
Why did I receive a notice in the mail regarding the Internet availability of the proxy materials instead of a paper copy of the full set of proxy materials?
On or around March 11, 2025, we mailed to our shareholders (other than to certain street name shareholders or those who previously requested electronic or paper delivery) a Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials, which contains instructions for accessing and reviewing on the Internet all of our proxy materials, including this Proxy Statement and our 2024 Annual Report to Shareholders. In accordance with rules and regulations adopted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), instead of mailing a printed copy of our proxy materials to each shareholder of record, we are furnishing proxy materials on the Internet. This process is designed to expedite shareholders’ receipt of proxy materials, lower the cost of the Annual Meeting and help conserve natural resources.
How can I request a paper copy of these materials?
You will not receive a printed copy of the proxy materials unless you request it. If you would prefer to receive printed proxy materials, please follow the instructions for requesting such materials contained in the Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials. This process is designed to expedite shareholders’ receipt of proxy materials, lower the cost of the Annual Meeting and help conserve natural resources.
Can I vote using the Internet?
The Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials also provides instructions for voting your shares using the Internet.
Who is entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting?
Shareholders of record at the close of business on February 13, 2025 are entitled to notice of and to vote at the Annual Meeting. On that date, there were 72,711,414 shares of common stock outstanding, each of which is entitled to one vote.
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Why is the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders being held virtually?
Holding a virtual Annual Meeting allows shareholders who are located outside of Hawaii to participate. We have designed the virtual Annual Meeting to ensure that shareholders are given the same rights and opportunities to participate in the meeting as they would at an in-person meeting, using online tools to facilitate shareholder access and participation.
How will I be able to participate in the virtual 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders?
Record shareholders may join the virtual 2025 Annual Meeting using the 15-digit control number provided on their proxy card or Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials and logging on to www.meetnow.global/M9L456Y. If you hold your shares through an intermediary, such as a bank or broker, you must register in advance and provide Computershare, our transfer agent, a Legal Proxy from your bank or broker by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on April 17, 2025. Requests for registration should be directed to us at the following:
By email: Forward the email from your broker, or attach an image of your Legal Proxy, to legalproxy@computershare.com
By mail:
Computershare
Alexander Baldwin Legal Proxy
P.O. Box 43001
Providence, RI 02940-3001
Computershare
Alexander Baldwin Legal Proxy
P.O. Box 43001
Providence, RI 02940-3001
Requests for registration must be labeled as “Legal Proxy” and be received no later than 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on April 17, 2025. You will receive a confirmation of your registration by email after we receive your Legal Proxy.
Shareholders have the same rights and opportunities to participate in the meeting as they would at an in-person meeting through on-line tools that facilitate shareholder access and participation. Only shareholders are invited to attend the meeting.
Will there be a question and answer session?
You will be able to ask questions and vote your shares during the virtual meeting. Questions must comply with the Annual Meeting procedures and be pertinent to AB and the meeting matters. If you wish to submit a question during the meeting, log in to the virtual meeting website, type your question in to the “Ask a Question” field and click “Submit.” Questions and answers will be grouped by topic and substantially similar questions will be grouped and answered once.
What if I have
technical
questions?
If you need technical support prior to and during the meeting you may contact customer support at (888) 724-2416. In addition, a link on the meeting page will provide further assistance should you need it during the meeting. The virtual meeting platform is fully supported across browsers (MS Edge, Firefox, Chrome and Safari) and devices (desktops, laptops, tablets and cell phones). Please note that Internet Explorer is not a supported browser. Participants should ensure that they have a strong Internet connection wherever they intend to participate in the meeting. We encourage you to access the meeting prior to the start time.
What is the voting requirement to approve each of the proposals?
Provided a quorum is present, a majority of the votes cast will be necessary for the election of directors, the ratification of the appointment of the independent registered public accounting firm, and the approval, on an advisory basis, of our executive compensation. Shareholders are being asked to express a preference on the frequency of future advisory votes on executive compensation, and the frequency receiving a plurality of votes cast will be considered the preference of shareholders.
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What effect do abstentions and broker non-votes have on the proposals?
Abstentions and broker non-votes will be included for purposes of establishing a quorum at the Annual Meeting. However, abstentions and broker non-votes will have no effect on the voting results for any matter, as they are not considered to be votes cast.
Who will bear the cost of soliciting votes for the Annual Meeting?
Officers, employees and directors of AB and its subsidiaries may, without additional compensation, solicit proxies by telephone or by other appropriate means. Arrangements also will be made with brokerage firms and other persons that are record holders of AB’s common stock to forward proxy soliciting material to the beneficial owners of the stock, and AB will reimburse those record holders for their reasonable expenses. AB has retained the firm of D.F. King Co., Inc. to assist in the solicitation of proxies at a cost of $11,500 plus reasonable out-of-pocket expenses.
May I change my vote or revoke my proxy?
You may revoke your proxy or change your vote any time before it is voted at the Annual Meeting by:
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Filing a written revocation with the Corporate Secretary;
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Submitting a later-dated proxy or a later-dated vote by Internet or telephone; or
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Voting at the Annual Meeting.
When were the Proxy Statement materials made publicly available?
This Proxy Statement and the enclosed proxy are being mailed to shareholders and are being made available on the Internet at www.alexanderbaldwin.com on or about March 11, 2025.
What do the references to the term “AB Predecessor” mean in this document?
References in this Proxy Statement to “AB Predecessor” mean Alexander Baldwin, Inc. prior to its separation from Matson, Inc. on June 29, 2012. AB converted to a real estate investment trust (“REIT”) in 2017.
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PROPOSAL NO. 1: ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
In line with best practices, AB’s directors stand for election annually, and elections are conducted using a majority voting standard in uncontested elections. We ask for your voting support for our six directors named below, to serve until the next Annual Meeting of Shareholders and until their successors are duly elected and qualified.
Director Nominees and Qualification of Directors.
The nominees of the Board of Directors are the six persons named below. All nominees are current members of the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors believes that all nominees will be able to serve. However, if any nominee should decline or become unable to serve for any reason, shares represented by proxy will be voted for the replacement person nominated by the Board of Directors, or the Board may choose to reduce the number of directors serving on the Board. Each director nominee identified below was unanimously nominated by the Board at the recommendation of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.
Thomas A. Lewis, Jr., who has served as a director of AB since 2017, is retiring from the Board at the Annual Meeting. The Board and management thank Mr. Lewis for his years of service and valued advice.
Below are the names, ages (as of March 31, 2025), and principal occupations of each person nominated by the AB Board, their business experience during at least the last five years, the year each first was elected or appointed a director and qualifications of each director.
Our Nominating Committee is focused on creating a Board that consists of members that have a wide range of professional experience and a combined skill set to help oversee our business effectively. The Board weighs the alignment of Board capabilities with the needs of AB as part of the Board’s self-assessment process. The Nominating Committee’s processes for selecting director nominees are described in greater detail in “Board of Directors Information” below.
Our Board members have a wide range of perspectives and are knowledgeable about our businesses. Each director contributes in establishing a board climate of trust and respect, where deliberations are open and constructive.
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The following skills matrix represents the diverse skill sets of our six directors being proposed for re-election:
Directors' Skills Matrix
Extensive Experience - X; Moderate Experience - O
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Executive
Leadership |
Finance/
Accounting |
Other
Public Company Board |
Hawaii
Market/ Community Knowledge |
Technology/
Cybersecurity |
Environmental |
Risk
Management |
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| Shelee M. T. Kimura | X | X | X | X | O | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||
| Diana M. Laing | X | X | X | X | O | O | O | X | ||||||||||||||||||
| John T. Leong | O | X | X | X | O | X | X | |||||||||||||||||||
| Lance K. Parker | X | X | O | X | O |
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| Douglas M. Pasquale | X | X | X | X | O | O | O | X | ||||||||||||||||||
| Eric K. Yeaman | X | X | X | X | X | O | O | X | ||||||||||||||||||
| (1) Experience in the real estate and/or real estate investment trust ("REIT") industries, including experience with leasing, acquisitions, sales, financing, tax laws and operation of commercial real estate and REITs | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| (2) Experience in leadership role as CEO, President or other key executive position of another company and/or institution | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| (3) Financial or accounting experience and an understanding of financial reporting, internal controls, compliance requirements and investor relations | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| (4) Experience as a board member or extensive participation as senior executive management of another public company | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| (5) Familiarity with and understanding of Hawaii's unique real estate market, culture, and community issues | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| (6) Experience with technology and cybersecurity issues | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| (7) Experience with environmental issues, including climate-related and sustainability matters | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| (8) Experience in identifying, managing and mitigating enterprise risks, including strategic, regulatory, operational and financial risks | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Highlights of the Director Nominees
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Commitment to strong corporate governance |
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Focus on long-term value creation | ||||||||
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High ethical standards |
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Wide range of relevant experience
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Operating segment expertise |
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Knowledge of and involvement in Hawaii | ||||||||
In selecting nominees, the Board has considered the factors noted above, the current mix of skills and experience represented by our directors, and the qualifications of each nominated director as follows.
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Shelee M. T. Kimura
Age: 51
Director Since: 2023 |
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President, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc. ("HECO") since January 2022
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Senior Vice President of Customer Service and Public Affairs of HECO from March 2021 through December 2021
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Senior Vice President of Customer Service of HECO from February 2019 through March 2021
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Senior Vice President of Business Development and Strategic Planning of HECO from January 2017 through February 2019
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Vice President, Corporate Planning Business Development of HECO from May 2014 through January 2017
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Manager, Investor Relations and Strategic Planning of Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. ("HEI") (NYSE:HE) from November 2009 through May 2014
Director Qualifications:
As President and Chief Executive Officer of HECO, which serves the energy needs of 95% of Hawaii's population, Ms. Kimura brings to the Board experience in managing a complex business organization. She also has financial and accounting expertise, with a background as a consulting manager at Arthur Andersen LLP and its successor firm. Ms. Kimura also has board experience, including her service on various corporate and non-profit boards, and is knowledgeable about Hawaii and AB’s operating markets through her involvement in the Hawaii business community and local community organizations.
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Diana M. Laing
Age: 70
Director Since: 2019 |
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Interim Chief Financial Officer of AB from November 2018 through May 2019 and Interim Executive Vice President of AB from October 2018 through May 2019
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Chief Financial Officer of American Homes 4 Rent (NYSE:AMH) from May 2014 through June 2018
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Chief Financial Officer of Thomas Properties Group, Inc. from May 2004 through December 2013
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Director of CareTrust REIT, Inc. (Nasdaq:CTRE) since January 2019
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Director of Host Hotels (Nasdaq:HST) since October 2022
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Director of The Macerich Company (NYSE:MAC) from October 2003 through December 2022 and since July 2024
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Director of Spirit Realty Capital, Inc. (NYSE:SRC) from August 2018 through January 2024
Director Qualifications:
As former Chief Financial Officer of American Homes 4 Rent, a REIT focused on the acquisition, renovation, leasing and operation of single-family homes as rental properties, as well as the former Chief Financial Officer of a number of other publicly-traded REITs, Ms. Laing contributes in-depth REIT experience, as well as experience in finance, accounting and managing a complex business organization. She has been designated by the Board of Directors as an Audit Committee Financial Expert. She also has board experience, including her service on the boards of other publicly traded companies.
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John T. Leong
Age: 47
Director Since: 2020 |
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Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Kupu (a non-profit entity focused on conservation and youth education) since January 2007
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Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Pono Pacific Land Management, LLC (“Pono Pacific”) since August 2000
Director Qualifications:
As Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of both Kupu and Pono Pacific, Mr. Leong brings to the Board experience in non-profit, environmental and community matters. In addition, he has commercial real estate experience and expertise through his family’s real estate holdings. Mr. Leong also has board experience, including his service on various corporate and non-profit boards, and is knowledgeable about Hawaii and AB’s operating markets through his involvement in the Hawaii business community and local community organizations.
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Lance K. Parker
Age: 51
Director Since: 2023 |
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Chief Executive Officer and Director of AB since July 2023
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President of AB since January 2023
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Chief Operating Officer of AB from November 2021 through June 2023
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President of A B Properties Hawaii, LLC ("ABP") since September 2015
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Executive Vice President of AB from March 2018 through December 2022
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Chief Real Estate Officer of AB, October 2017 through October 2021
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Senior Vice President of ABP from June 2013 through August 2015
Director Qualifications:
As a member of AB’s senior management team for over a decade, Mr. Parker, who is the President and Chief Executive Officer of AB, brings to the Board an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the Company’s real estate operations, including commercial real estate and real estate development. He is knowledgeable about Hawaii and AB’s operating markets through his involvement in the Hawaii business community and local community organizations.
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Douglas M. Pasquale
Age: 70
Director Since: 2012 Lead Independent Director since 2018 |
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Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Capstone Enterprises Corporation (investment and consulting firm) since January 2012
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Interim Chief Executive Officer of Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. (NYSE:SHO) (“Sunstone”) from September 2021 to March 2022; Executive Chairman of the Board of Sunstone from March 2022 through September 2022; director of Sunstone since November 2011
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Senior Advisor to HCP, Inc. (healthcare REIT) from June 2017 through December 2019
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Director of Ventas, Inc. (NYSE:VTR) (“Ventas”) (healthcare REIT) from July 2011 through May 2017
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Senior Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer of Ventas from July 2011 through December 2011, upon Ventas’s acquisition of Nationwide Health Properties, Inc. (formerly NYSE:NHP) (“NHP”) in July 2011
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Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer of NHP (healthcare REIT) from May 2009 to July 2011; President and Chief Executive Officer of NHP from April 2004 to July 2011; Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of NHP from November 2003 to April 2004
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Director of NHP from November 2003 through July 2011
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Director of Terreno Realty Corporation (NYSE:TRNO) since February 2010
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Director of Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE:DIN) since March 2013
Director Qualifications
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As Chief Executive Officer of Capstone Enterprises and as former President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Nationwide Health Properties, Inc., Mr. Pasquale contributes in-depth REIT experience, as well as experience in finance, accounting and managing a complex business organization. This experience has provided Mr. Pasquale with financial expertise, and he has been designated by the Board of Directors as an Audit Committee Financial Expert. He also has board experience, including his service on the boards of other publicly traded companies.
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Eric K. Yeaman
Age: 57
Director Since: 2012 Chairman of the Board since October 2020 |
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Founder and Managing Partner, Hoku Capital LLC (strategic advisory services) since August 2019
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President and Chief Operating Officer of First Hawaiian, Inc. (Nasdaq:FHB) from August 2016 through August 2019
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President, Chief Operating Officer and Director of First Hawaiian Bank from June 2015 through August 2019
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President and Chief Executive Officer of Hawaiian Telcom Holdco, Inc. (Nasdaq:HCOM) (“Hawaiian Telcom”) (telecommunications) from June 2008 to June 2015
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Director of Hawaiian Telcom from June 2008 to July 2018
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Chief Operating Officer of HECO from January 2008 through June 2008
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Financial Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer of HEI (NYSE:HE) from January 2003 through January 2008
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Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of The Kamehameha Schools from 2000 to January 2003
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Director of Alaska Air Group, Inc., (NYSE:ALK) since November 2012
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Director of Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:PARR) since April 2024
Director Qualifications:
As former President and Chief Operating Officer of FHB and former Chief Executive Officer of Hawaiian Telecom, the state’s leading integrated communications company, Mr. Yeaman brings to the Board experience in managing complex business organizations. He also has financial and accounting expertise and has been designated by the Board of Directors as an Audit Committee Financial Expert. Mr. Yeaman has board experience, including his service on the boards of other publicly traded companies. He is knowledgeable about Hawaii and AB’s operating markets through his involvement in the Hawaii business community and local community organizations.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS INFORMATION
Corporate Governance Profile
.
Sound principles of corporate governance are a priority for AB’s Board of Directors. Governance highlights include:
•
All directors, other than the CEO, are independent.
•
Independent leadership, consisting of an independent, non-executive chair, a lead independent director and a chief executive officer
•
Multiple skill sets represented on the board, as reflected in the skills matrix in the
Director Nominees and Qualifications of Directors
section of this Proxy Statement
•
Annual election of directors
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A majority voting standard in uncontested director elections
•
Shareholders can amend the bylaws with a majority vote
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Shareholders can call special meetings with a 10% vote
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No poison pill
•
Meaningful director share ownership guidelines
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Annual board evaluations
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An Audit Committee composed of a majority of Audit Committee Financial Experts
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Mandatory retirement age of 75
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Average tenure of less than seven years
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Robust shareholder engagement program
•
As nominated for the 2025 Annual Meeting, the Board will be 33% women and 66% people of color
Shareholder Engagement
.
AB values the views of its shareholders. During the past year, members of our management team met or offered to meet with shareholders who cumulatively owned approximately 70 percent of our stock to discuss our operations, corporate governance, environmental and social initiatives, and executive compensation, and to solicit feedback on these and a variety of other topics. Shareholder perspectives are shared with the Board.
Director Independence.
The Board has reviewed each of its current directors and nominees and has determined that Ms. Kimura, Ms. Laing, Mr. Leong, Mr. Lewis (who is not standing for re-election), Mr. Pasquale and Mr. Yeaman are independent under New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) rules.
Board Leadership Structure
.
The Board recognizes that one of its key responsibilities is to evaluate and determine its optimal leadership structure so as to provide independent oversight of management. It understands that there is no single approach to providing Board leadership and that the right Board leadership structure may vary as circumstances warrant.
The Board currently has a separate non-executive Chairman, a CEO and a Lead Independent Director. At this time, the Board believes that a separate Chairman is beneficial in providing oversight and leadership in handling board responsibilities. This also allows our CEO to focus on Company strategy and business operations. The Lead Independent Director’s duties include consulting with the Chairman of the Board on agendas and meeting schedules, facilitating the process for the Board’s self-evaluation, presiding at Board meetings in the absence of the Chairman or over matters on which the Chairman may be conflicted, including executive sessions of the Board in the event the Chairman is a management director, and consulting with the Chairman on key issues related to the Company.
Mr. Yeaman serves as AB's independent, non-executive Chairman of the Board, offering his extensive executive experience, knowledge of the Hawaii community, contributions on AB’s Audit and Compensation Committees, board tenure, leadership abilities and integrity in that role. Mr. Pasquale, who has significant REIT experience, serves in the role of Lead Independent Director, where he works closely with our Chairman and our CEO. The Board has determined that its leadership structure is appropriate for AB at this time and enables Messrs. Yeaman, Pasquale and Parker to bring complementary skills and areas of expertise, while also creating an independent and effective Board.
The Board’s Role in Strategy and Risk Oversight.
The Board oversees the strategic direction of the Company. It has provided leadership on critical strategic issues, including focusing and growing the commercial real estate portfolio in Hawaii and the simplification of the Company’s business model. It receives regular strategic presentations from management and reviews and evaluates the Company’s strategic and operating plans, as appropriate.
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The Board also has oversight of the risk management process, which it administers in part through the Audit Committee. One of the Audit Committee’s responsibilities involves discussing policies regarding risk assessment and risk management. Risk oversight plays a role in all major Board decisions and the evaluation of risk is a key part of the decision-making process. For example, the identification of risks and the development of sensitivity analyses are key requirements for capital requests that are presented to, and evaluated by, the Board.
This risk management process occurs throughout all levels of the organization, but is also facilitated through a formal process in which the Company identifies significant risks through regular discussions with all levels of management. Risk management is reflected in the Company’s compliance, auditing and risk management functions, and its risk-based approach to strategic and operating decision-making. Management reviews its risk management activities with the Audit Committee and the full Board of Directors on a regular basis. In addition, risk management perspectives from each of AB’s business segments are included in the Company’s operating and strategic plans.
Cybersecurity and information security risks are among the risks discussed with the Audit Committee quarterly and reported to the full Board annually. Mandatory cybersecurity training is required annually for employees, and annual assessments of employee security awareness are performed. Cybersecurity reviews by a national security firm are conducted and insurance exists to cover information security risks.
The Board also provides oversight of sustainability-related risks, which are described in the
Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability s
ection of this Proxy Statement.
The Board believes that its current leadership structure is conducive to the risk oversight process.
Pay Risk Assessment
.
The Compensation Committee reviews compensation policies, plans and structure for the Company’s executive group, to ascertain whether any of the compensation programs and practices create excessive risks or motivate risky behaviors that are reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on the Company. Management has worked with the Compensation Committee to review the NEOs’ incentive plans and related policies and practices, and the overall structure and positioning of total pay, pay mix, the risk management process and related internal controls.
Based on its formal review process, the Compensation Committee concluded that there continues to be no material adverse effects due to pay risk. Management and the Compensation Committee concluded that AB’s NEO compensation programs represent an appropriate balance of fixed and variable pay, cash and equity, short-term and long-term compensation, financial and non-financial performance, and an appropriate level of enterprise-wide risk oversight. The Company periodically reviews the compensation policies, plans and structure for the Company’s employees and, based on such review, our compensation programs do not create risks that are reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on the Company.
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Strong Compensation Risk Management
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Robust stock ownership guidelines
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Multi-year vesting periods of equity awards
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Capped incentive payments
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Use of multiple performance metrics across incentives
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Pay philosophy for all elements of pay targeted at the 50
th
percentile
•
Reasonable payout tied to company and individual performance (e.g., incentive award opportunity of 50% at threshold, 100% at target, and 150% or 200% at maximum*, with linear interpolation between each goal)
•
30% to 50%** of NEOs’ equity awards granted are performance-based, using multiple performance metrics (i.e., relative total shareholder return (“TSR”) and net debt to trailing 12 months consolidated adjusted EBITDA)
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Review of goal-setting by the Compensation Committee to ensure that goals are appropriate
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Mix of pay that is consistent with competitive practices for organizations similar in size and complexity
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Insider trading and hedging prohibitions
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Review realizable pay for performance analysis to determine pay design alignment with shareholders
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A compensation clawback policy
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Oversight by a Compensation Committee composed of independent directors
* Mr. Parker, Mr. Chun, Ms. Ching and Mr. Pauker: 200% maximum incentive award; Mr. Kanehira and Mr. Morita: 150% maximum incentive award
** Mr. Parker, Mr. Chun, Ms. Ching and Mr. Pauker: 50% performance-based; Mr. Kanehira and Mr. Morita: 30% performance-based
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Board of Directors and Committees of the Board.
The Board of Directors held seven meetings during 2024. At all regularly scheduled meetings, the independent directors of AB met in executive sessions, led by the Chairman of the Board. In 2024, all directors attended at least 75%, and five of six nominated directors attended 100%, of the meetings of the AB Board of Directors and Committees of the Board on which they serve. The Board of Directors has an Audit Committee, a Compensation Committee and a Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, each of which is governed by a charter, which is available on the corporate governance page of AB’s website, www.alexanderbaldwin.com. The information on or accessible through any website referenced herein is not incorporated into, and does not form a part of this Proxy Statement.
| Name |
Audit
Committee |
Compensation
Committee |
Nominating and Corporate
Governance Committee |
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| Shelee M. T. Kimura | Member | ||||||||||
| Diana M. Laing | Member | Chair | Member | ||||||||
| John T. Leong | Member | ||||||||||
| Thomas A. Lewis, Jr. | Member | ||||||||||
| Lance K. Parker | |||||||||||
| Douglas M. Pasquale | Chair | Member | |||||||||
| Eric K. Yeaman | Member | Chair | |||||||||
Audit Committee:
The current members of the Audit Committee are:
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Mr. Pasquale, Chair
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Ms. Laing
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Mr. Leong
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Mr. Yeaman
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The Board has determined that each member is independent under the applicable NYSE listing standards and SEC rules. In addition, the Board has determined that Mr. Pasquale, Mr. Yeaman and Ms. Laing are “audit committee financial experts” under SEC rules. The duties and responsibilities of the Audit Committee are set forth in a written charter adopted by the Board of Directors and are summarized in the Audit Committee Report, which appears in this Proxy Statement. The Audit Committee met four times during 2024.
Compensation Committee:
The current members of the Compensation Committee are:
•
Ms. Laing, Chair
•
Ms. Kimura
•
Mr. Lewis
The Board has determined that each member is independent under the applicable NYSE listing standards. The Compensation Committee has general responsibility for management and other salaried employee compensation and benefits, including incentive compensation and stock incentive plans, and for making recommendations to the Board on director compensation. The Compensation Committee may form subcommittees and delegate such authority as the Committee deems appropriate, subject to any restrictions by law or listing standard. For further information on the processes and procedures for consideration of executive compensation, see the “Compensation Discussion and Analysis” section below. The Compensation Committee met four times during 2024.
Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee:
The current members of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee (the “Nominating Committee”) are:
•
Mr. Yeaman, Chair
•
Ms. Laing
•
Mr. Pasquale
The Board has determined that each member is independent under the applicable NYSE listing standards. The functions of the Nominating Committee include recommending to the Board individuals qualified to serve as directors; recommending to the Board the size and composition of committees of the Board and monitoring the functioning of the committees; advising on Board composition and procedures; reviewing corporate governance issues; overseeing the annual evaluation of the Board; and ensuring that an evaluation of management is occurring. The Nominating Committee met four times during 2024.
Nominating Committee Processes.
The Nominating Committee is responsible for recommending to the Board individuals qualified to serve as directors of the Company. The Nominating Committee believes that the minimum qualifications for serving as a director are high ethical standards, a commitment to shareholders, a genuine interest in AB and a willingness and ability to devote adequate time to a director’s duties. The Nominating Committee also may consider other factors it deems to be in the best interests of AB and its shareholders, such as business experience, financial expertise and knowledge and involvement in Hawaii communities and businesses.
Board Qualities: The Board believes that the Company benefits from having directors with a wide range of viewpoints, backgrounds and experiences. The Nominating Committee considers diversity with respect to knowledge, skills, tenure, professional experience, education and expertise, and representation in industries and geographies relevant to the Company as important factors in its evaluation of candidates. Hawaii, where we have been headquartered for over 150 years, has a unique culture. The Board is aware of the range of cultural influences of our workforce, community, tenants and stakeholders as it evaluates its composition.
The Nominating Committee identifies potential nominees through various methods, including engaging, when appropriate, firms that specialize in identifying director candidates and by asking current directors to notify the Nominating Committee of qualified persons who might be available to serve on the Board.
The Nominating Committee will consider director candidates recommended by shareholders. In considering such candidates, the Nominating Committee will take into consideration the needs of the Board and the qualifications of the candidate. To have a candidate considered by the Nominating Committee, a shareholder must submit a written recommendation that includes the name of the shareholder, evidence of the shareholder’s ownership of AB stock (including the number of shares owned and the length of time of ownership), the name of the candidate, the candidate’s qualifications to be a director and the candidate’s consent for such consideration.
The shareholder recommendation and information described above must be sent to the Corporate Secretary at 822 Bishop Street, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813 and must be received not less than 120 days before the anniversary of the
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date on which AB’s Proxy Statement was released to shareholders in connection with the previous year’s annual meeting.
Once a potential candidate has been identified by the Nominating Committee, the Nominating Committee reviews information regarding the person to determine whether the person should be considered further. If appropriate, the Nominating Committee may request information from the candidate, review the person’s accomplishments, qualifications and references, and conduct interviews with the candidate. The Nominating Committee’s evaluation process does not vary based on whether a candidate is recommended by a shareholder.
Board Composition.
The Board is focused on ensuring an optimal board structure and composition to effectively oversee the Company.
Board and Committee Self-Evaluation Process.
The Board of Directors conducts annual board and committee evaluations to assess its performance and effectiveness. As part of this process, each board member responds to a questionnaire that includes areas for comments. Responses are discussed and both board and committee performance are evaluated at a subsequent Board meeting. In addition, the Chairman of the Board, who also heads the Nominating Committee, reaches out individually to each director nominee to provide an opportunity for a candid discussion of performance, board governance and other matters.
Board Refreshment.
The Board is constantly evaluating its composition and recognizes the value of having a board with directors of varied tenures. While all our directors bring extensive experience from outside of the Company, longer tenured directors also provide a deep understanding of the Company's operations and strategy, and the ability to mentor newer directors; newer directors can provide fresh perspectives and challenge long-held assumptions. The average tenure of our six directors nominated for reelection is less than seven years, and half of the six nominated directors joined the board in the past five years.
Other Public Company Directorships
.
The Board recognizes the time commitments attendant to Board membership and expects that directors be fully committed to devoting the time necessary to fulfill their Board responsibilities. Under AB’s Corporate Governance Guidelines, directors may sit on no more than four public company boards (including AB’s). The Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee conducts an annual review of director commitment levels in connection with its recommendation of directors for election to the Board at the annual meeting of stockholders, with consideration given to public company leadership roles and outside commitments. It also will consider the number of other public company boards and other boards (or comparable governing bodies) on which a prospective nominee is a member. The Committee has reviewed the 2025 director nominees and affirms that all directors are compliant at this time.
Corporate Governance Guidelines
.
The Board of Directors has adopted Corporate Governance Guidelines to assist the Board in the exercise of its responsibilities and to promote the more effective functioning of the Board and its committees. The guidelines provide details on matters such as:
|
Select Corporate Governance Guideline Topics
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Goals and responsibilities of the Board
•
Selection of directors, including the Chairman of the Board
•
Board membership criteria, director retirement age and limits on board seats
•
Stock ownership guidelines
•
Director independence, and executive sessions of non-management directors
•
Board self-evaluation
•
Board compensation
•
Board access to management and outside advisors
•
Board orientation and continuing education
•
Leadership development, including annual evaluations of the CEO and management succession plans
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The full text of the AB Corporate Governance Guidelines is available on the corporate governance page of AB’s corporate website, www.alexanderbaldwin.com.
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Code of Ethics.
AB has adopted a Code of Ethics (the “Code”) that applies to the CEO, Chief Financial Officer and Controller. A copy of the Code is posted on the corporate governance page of AB’s corporate website, www.alexanderbaldwin.com. AB intends to disclose any changes in or waivers from its Code by posting such information on its website.
Code of Conduct.
AB has adopted a Code of Conduct, which is applicable to all directors, officers and employees, and is posted on the corporate governance page of AB’s corporate website, www.alexanderbaldwin.com.
Culture.
AB’s
Partners for Hawai‘i
motto serves as the foundation for its culture, guiding our business and relationships with all stakeholders. We are committed to fostering a culture of integrity, respect, and collaboration while driving sustainable growth. Our vision, mission and values statements guide our daily actions:
Our Vision:
As Hawaii’s premier commercial real estate company, we will own and operate a superior portfolio of properties that enhances the lives of Hawaii’s people, enables our tenants to thrive and creates value for our shareholders.
Our Mission:
Utilize AB’s extensive assets, expertise, long history and deep relationships to benefit Hawaii and all our stakeholders. Develop, acquire and manage commercial real estate in a way that fulfills the everyday needs of Hawaii’s residents and promotes the sustainability of our communities. Support our employees in their quest to further their careers, provide for their families, enjoy their work and give back to the community.
Our Values:
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Integrity
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Be guided in all actions by strong moral principles, in keeping with AB’s legacy of honesty and fairness. | ||||
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Respect
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Value and respect the unique qualities, perspectives and contributions of each employee and seek to understand the priorities of community members. | ||||
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Adaptability
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Embrace innovation and seek better approaches. | ||||
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Collaboration
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Share information and ideas and work together to find the best solutions. | ||||
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Decisiveness
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Make clear and timely decisions and communicate them widely. | ||||
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Accountability
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Hold ourselves accountable for delivering results and recognizing achievement. | ||||
Corporate Responsibility
.
Corporate responsibility is essential to AB’s success. Our corporate responsibility strategy is centered on doing what is right for all stakeholders while driving business performance that creates shared value. By prioritizing sustainability initiatives, we align our operations with our mission and values to contribute to a sustainable future.
Governance and Sustainability Oversight
.
Our leadership team and Board of Directors are deeply committed to sustainability. Sustainability considerations are integrated into our strategic planning, risk management, and business operations. The Board of Directors provides oversight and receives regular reports on sustainability topics, including human capital management and climate risk, at both its Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee meetings and Board meetings.
We actively engage with investors on sustainability and other matters. In the past year, we met with or offered to meet with governance teams from investors representing approximately 70% of AB's stock, including some of our largest investors. This outreach underscores our commitment to transparency and shareholder engagement.
Climate Change
:
AB is committed to mitigating climate risk and improving environmental sustainability across our portfolio. We align our disclosures with industry-leading frameworks such as the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (“TCFD”) and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (“SASB”
).
As the TCFD disbanded in late 2023, we are evaluating ISSB-aligned disclosures under IFRS S1 and IFRS S2.
In 2024, we issued our fifth annual Corporate Responsibility Report, expanding on our disclosures and providing insights into climate change governance, risk management, and sustainability performance. Key environmental metrics include:
•
Greenhouse Gas Emissions (Scopes 1, 2 and 3)
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Energy and Water Usage
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Renewable Energy Production
Environmental Reduction Targets
.
We have established environmental reduction targets by 2025 for our commercial real estate portfolio, using a 2017 baseline for properties owned and operated in both years. The data reflects whole-building usage, including tenant consumption, which will vary due to occupancy and type of operations. The following data provides progress for those targets:
•
GHG Emissions: 35% reduction of GHG Scope 2 emissions by 2025.
◦
Status (2023 year-end): 28% reduction —
on track to meet goal
•
Energy Usage: 15% reduction of whole building energy consumption by 2025.
◦
Status (2023 year-end): 16% reduction —
met goal
•
Water Usage: 15% reduction of whole building water consumption by 2025.
◦
Status (2023 year-end): 5% reduction —
currently not on track to meet goal
. (Due to variability of tenant uses and operations. We continue tenant outreach and common area water reduction initiatives; however, achieving a significant decrease in whole building water consumption remains challenging given the landlord’s limited control over tenant water usage.)
We remain committed to reducing our environmental impact while balancing the evolving needs of tenants and their operations, and the growth of our portfolio.
Renewable Energy and Clean Energy Initiatives
.
Clean energy is a key component in combating climate change. AB has been a renewable energy producer since 1906 with the operation of its first hydroelectric facility. As of December 31, 2024, we have installed four photovoltaic (PV) systems totaling 1.83 megawatts (MW) across our O‘ahu properties, including:
•
Pearl Highlands Center (2022): 1.3 MW system
•
Kakaako Commerce Center (2023): 0.5 MW system
•
Wai‘anae Mall and 151 Hekili Street Building in Kailua Town (2024): 0.3 MW systems
In addition, four properties are in various stages of development, reinforcing our commitment to expanding rooftop solar across our portfolio.
Environmental and Social Councils
:
AB's Environmental and Social Councils play a vital role in advancing our sustainability and social responsibility efforts. These cross-functional teams drive efforts to reduce our environmental impact, foster workplace inclusion and well-being, and strengthen connections with the communities where we operate.
Inclusion and Belonging
:
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered. Additional information regarding our workforce is included in our Corporate Responsibility Report.
Employee Engagement and Development
•
Conducted our eighth annual employee survey, receiving a 91% favorable rating for employee engagement.
•
Hosted our second annual employee Collaboration Learning Day, fostering professional development and corporate culture.
•
Promoted employee learning and development opportunities with live and online training programs, professional development stipends and tuition reimbursement for the pursuit of higher education degrees.
•
Provided a health and wellness program in which approximately 60% of employees participated. Maintained a 0.0 recordable incident rate ("RIR") during the year, which is significantly lower than the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ 1.7 RIR for our industry.
Key Sustainability Achievements
•
Continued our environmentally responsible development with the renovation of Manoa Marketplace, incorporating energy efficient lighting, sustainable materials, cool roofs, efficient air conditioning systems, a rideshare parking area and an open, family-friendly concept.
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Completed 36 lighting retrofit projects since 2017, with six additional projects planned for 2025. These upgrades benefit lighting fixtures in common areas, occupied spaces, exteriors, and parking lots, resulting in substantial energy and maintenance savings.
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Reduced over 1,000 KWH of energy in 2023 at various properties in our portfolio, with a ten-year program targeting a 10,000-metric-ton of carbon reduction.
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Conducted portfolio-wide common area lighting reviews, identifying LED lighting retrofit opportunities and offering free energy audits to tenants.
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Strengthened board governance, conducting meaningful director evaluations and enhancing director skills disclosures.
AB remains committed to responsible corporate citizenship, balancing sustainable growth with environmental stewardship and social impact.
For more information, visit our corporate responsibility report at www.alexanderbaldwin.com/commitment/sustainability/.
Compensation of Directors.
The Compensation Committee periodically reviews the compensation of AB’s non-employee directors with the assistance of its independent compensation consultant, WTW. The compensation levels and components were reviewed in July 2023 along with the annual review of the Company’s share-ownership guidelines. The share-ownership guidelines were deemed to be well aligned with market competitive practices and remain unchanged in 2024. With regard to director compensation, certain compensation levels were considered to be below market levels and, at the recommendation of WTW, were revised effective January 2024.
The following table summarizes the compensation earned by or paid to our directors (other than Mr. Parker, AB's CEO, whose compensation is included in the Summary Compensation Table and who received no compensation for serving on the Board) for services as a member of our Board of Directors for the period from January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024.
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2024 DIRECTOR COMPENSATION
| Name |
Fees
Earned or Paid in Cash ($) |
Stock
Awards ($)(1) |
Option
Awards ($)(2) |
Non-Equity
Incentive Plan Compen- sation ($) |
Change in
Pension Value and Nonqualified Deferred Compen- sation Earnings ($) |
All Other
Compen- sation ($) |
Total
($) |
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| (a) | (b) | (c) | (d) | (e) | (f) | (g) | (h) | |||||||||||||||||||
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Shelee M. T. Kimura
|
70,000 | 110,009 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 | 180,009 | |||||||||||||||||||
| Diana M. Laing | 100,000 | 110,009 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 | 210,009 | |||||||||||||||||||
| John T. Leong | 72,500 | 110,009 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 | 182,509 | |||||||||||||||||||
| Thomas A. Lewis, Jr. | 70,000 | 110,009 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 | 180,009 | |||||||||||||||||||
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Douglas M. Pasquale (4)
|
119,000 | 110,009 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2,000 |
(3)
|
231,009 | ||||||||||||||||||
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Eric K. Yeaman (5)
|
127,500 | 160,001 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0 | 287,501 | |||||||||||||||||||
(1)
Represents the aggregate grant-date fair value of the annual automatic grant of Restricted Stock Unit (“RSU”) awards made in 2024. For a discussion of the assumptions underlying the valuation of equity awards, see Note 14 of the Company’s consolidated financial statements, included in the Company’s 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K. At the end of 2024, Ms. Kimura, Ms. Laing, Mr. Leong and Mr. Pasquale each held 6,749 RSUs, Mr. Lewis held 10,749 RSUs and Mr. Yeaman held 9,816 RSUs.
(2)
No director holds any outstanding stock options and no stock options have been granted to directors by AB or by AB Predecessor since 2007.
(3)
Represents charitable contributions under the matching gifts program described in the
Matching Gift Program
section below.
(4)
Includes compensation paid to Mr. Pasquale for his service as Lead Independent Director.
(5)
Includes compensation paid to Mr. Yeaman for his service as non-executive Chairman of the Board.
Our Board of Directors approved the following non-employee director compensation schedule of annual fees, which was developed with the assistance of WTW.
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Pay Elements
|
Amount
|
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| Board Cash Retainer | $60,000 | ||||||||||
|
Chairman of the Board
Cash Retainer |
$100,000 | ||||||||||
|
Lead Director Cash Retainer
|
$85,000 | ||||||||||
| Committee Member Cash Retainers (in addition to Board Cash Retainer) |
•
Audit
|
$12,500 | |||||||||
|
•
Compensation
|
$10,000 | ||||||||||
|
•
Nominating and Corporate Governance
|
$7,500 | ||||||||||
|
Committee Chair Cash
Retainers (in addition to Committee Member Cash Retainer) |
•
Audit
|
$14,000 | |||||||||
|
•
Compensation
|
$10,000 | ||||||||||
|
•
Nominating and Corporate Governance
|
$7,500 | ||||||||||
| Equity Award | $110,000 | ||||||||||
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Chairman of the Board
Equity Award |
$160,000 | ||||||||||
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Directors are provided an additional per meeting fee of $750 if the number of board or committee meetings they attend exceeds an annual predefined number, which is currently set at:
•
Board – 7 meetings
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Audit – 6 meetings
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Compensation – 5 meetings
•
Nominating and Corporate Governance – 4 meetings
Under the terms of AB's 2022 Omnibus Incentive Plan (our "2022 Plan"), an annual grant of RSUs is made to each director at each Annual Meeting of Shareholders. A prorated grant is made upon appointment as a director at any time between Annual Meetings. Awards vest in their entirety on the earlier of their one-year grant date anniversary or immediately prior to the first regular annual meeting of stockholders that occurs in the year following the year of the award date. Accelerated vesting occurs upon cessation of service by reason of death, permanent disability or retirement during the vesting period. Directors who are management employees of AB or its subsidiaries do not receive compensation for serving as directors.
Director Business Travel Accident Coverage
.
Non-employee directors have coverage of $250,000 for themselves and $50,000 for their accompanying spouse while traveling on AB business.
Matching Gift Program.
Directors may participate in AB’s matching gifts program for employees, in which AB matches contributions to any non-profit organization serving Hawaii communities or any educational institution in the United States up to an aggregate maximum of $2,000 annually.
Director Share Ownership Guidelines.
The Board has adopted guidelines that encourage each non-employee director to own AB common stock (including RSUs) with a value of $300,000 for a Board member and $500,000 for the Chairman of the Board, which is five times the current annual board retainer of $60,000 and $100,000 for the Chairman, within five years of becoming a director. All current directors have met or are on track to meet the established guidelines within the required timeframe.
Communications with Directors
.
Shareholders and other interested parties may contact any of the directors by mailing correspondence “c/o AB Law Department” to AB’s headquarters at 822 Bishop Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. The Law Department will forward such correspondence to the appropriate director(s). However, the Law Department reserves the right not to forward any offensive or otherwise inappropriate materials.
In addition, AB’s directors are encouraged to attend the Annual Meeting of Shareholders. All of our directors attended our 2024 Annual Meeting.
SHAREHOLDERS SECURITY OWNERSHIP
The following table lists the names and addresses of the only shareholders known by AB on February 13, 2025 to have owned beneficially more than five percent of AB’s common stock outstanding, the number of shares they beneficially own, and the percentage of outstanding shares such ownership represents, based upon the most recent reports filed with the SEC. Except as indicated in the footnotes, such shareholders have sole voting and dispositive power over shares they beneficially own.
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Name and Address of
Beneficial Owner |
Amount of
Beneficial Ownership |
Percent of
Class |
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BlackRock, Inc.
55 East 52nd Street New York, NY 10055 |
13,547,858
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(a) |
18.6%
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The Vanguard Group
100 Vanguard Blvd. Malvern, PA 19355 |
11,653,433
|
(b) |
16.0%
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| State Street Corporation One Lincoln Street Boston, MA 02111 |
4,200,166
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(c) |
5.8%
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(a)
As reported in Amendment No. 2 to Schedule 13G dated January 19, 2024 (the "BlackRock 13G") filed with the SEC. According to the BlackRock 13G, as of December 31, 2023, BlackRock, Inc. has no shared voting or shared dispositive power over any shares, and has sole voting power over 13,303,833 shares and sole dispositive power over 13,547,858 shares.
(b)
As reported in Amendment No. 13 to Schedule 13G dated February 13, 2024 (the "Vanguard 13G") filed with the SEC. According to the Vanguard 13G, as of December 31, 2023, The Vanguard Group has no sole voting power over any shares and sole dispositive power over 11,471,270 shares, has shared voting power over 105,729 shares and has shared dispositive power over 182,163 shares.
(c)
As reported in Amended Schedule 13G filed January 30, 2024 (the "State Street 13G") with the SEC. According to the State Street 13G, as of December 31, 2023, State Street Corporation has no sole voting or sole dispositive power over any shares, and has shared voting power over 3,285,035 shares and shared dispositive power over 4,193,066 shares.
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DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS INFORMATION
Security Ownership of Directors and Executive Officers.
The following table shows the number of shares of AB common stock beneficially owned as of February 13, 2025 by each director and nominee, by each executive officer named in the “Summary Compensation Table” below, and by directors and executive officers as a group and, if at least one-tenth of one percent, the percentage of outstanding shares such ownership represents. Except as indicated in the footnotes, directors, nominees and executive officers have sole voting and dispositive power over shares they beneficially own.
| Name or Number in Group |
Number of
Shares Beneficially Owned (a)(b)(c) |
Percent of Class | ||||||
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Shelee M.T. Kimura
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4,410 | —% | ||||||
| Diana M. Laing | 25,823 | —% | ||||||
| John T. Leong | 19,513 | —% | ||||||
| Thomas A. Lewis, Jr. | 28,728 | —% | ||||||
| Douglas M. Pasquale | 101,048 | 0.1% | ||||||
| Eric K. Yeaman | 62,198 | 0.1% | ||||||
| Lance K. Parker | 102,645 | 0.1% | ||||||
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Clayton K.Y. Chun
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35,982 | —% | ||||||
| Meredith J. Ching | 139,577 | 0.2% | ||||||
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Derek T. Kanehira
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12,533 | —% | ||||||
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Scott G. Morita
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3,759 | —% | ||||||
| Jeffrey W. Pauker | 8,925 | —% | ||||||
| 12 Directors and Executive Officers as a Group | 540,601 | 0.7% | ||||||
(a)
Amounts include 213 shares held by the spouse of Ms. Ching.
(b)
Amounts include shares as to which certain persons have (i) shared voting and dispositive power, as follows: Mr. Pasquale – 101,048 shares, Ms. Ching – 3,976 shares, and directors, nominees and executive officers as a group – 99,733 shares and (ii) sole voting power only: Ms. Ching – 782 shares, Mr. Parker – 603 shares, Mr. Kanehira - 90 shares, and directors and executive officers as a group – 1,475 shares.
(c)
Amounts do not include 480,497 RSUs or Performance Share Units (“PSUs”) that have been granted to the directors and executive officers as a group that may not be acquired prior to April 13, 2025. No director or executive officer holds any outstanding stock options and no stock options have been granted by AB or by AB Predecessor since 2012.
Certain Relationships and Transactions.
AB has adopted a written policy under which the Audit Committee must pre-approve all related person transactions that are disclosable under Item 404(a) of SEC Regulation S-K. Prior to entering into a transaction with AB, directors and executive officers (and their family members) must make full disclosure of all facts and circumstances to the Law Department. The Law Department then determines whether such transaction requires the approval of the Audit Committee. The Audit Committee considers all of the relevant facts available, including (if applicable) but not limited to: the benefits to the Company; the impact on a director’s or executive’s independence, including with respect to an immediate family member of a director or executive or an entity in which a director or executive is a partner, shareholder or executive officer; the availability of other sources for comparable products or services; the terms of the transaction; and the terms available to unrelated third parties or to employees generally. The Audit Committee will approve only those related person transactions that are in, or are not inconsistent with, the best interests of the Company and its shareholders. If a related person transaction involves a member of the Audit Committee, that member recuses himself or herself from the process of review and approval.
The Audit Committee has established written procedures to address situations when approvals need to be sought between meetings. Whenever possible, proposed related person transactions will be included as an agenda item at the next scheduled Audit Committee meeting for review and approval. However, if it appears that a proposed related person transaction will occur prior to the next scheduled Audit Committee meeting, approval will be sought from Audit Committee members between meetings. Approval by a majority of the Committee members will be sufficient to
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approve the related person transaction. If a related person transaction is approved in this manner, the action will be reported at the next Audit Committee meeting.
There have been no related person transactions since the beginning of fiscal year 2024 that were required to be reported under SEC rules.
EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Compensation Discussion and Analysis (“CDA”)
The CDA addresses AB’s compensation practices for 2024 for the six executive officers named in the Summary Compensation Table on page
33
(collectively, the “Named Executive Officers” or “NEOs”). Our NEOs are as follows:
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Lance K. Parker, President and Chief Executive Officer
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Clayton K. Y. Chun, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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Meredith J. Ching, Executive Vice President, External Affairs
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Derek T. Kanehira, Senior Vice President, Human Resources
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Scott G. Morita, Vice President and Corporate Counsel
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Jeffrey W. Pauker, former Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer
Executive Summary
2024 results reflected the strong performance of AB's high-quality portfolio of grocery-anchored retail, industrial and ground lease assets. The Company generated diluted earnings per share available to AB shareholders of $0.83 and Funds from Operations ("FFO") per diluted share of $1.37, representing an increase from the prior year of 102.4% and 25.7%, respectively.
The Commercial Real Estate ("CRE") portfolio grew its Same-Store Net Operating Income by 2.87%. Leasing activity remained robust, finishing the year with total leased occupancy of 94.6%. Comparable new and renewal leasing spreads for the improved portfolio were 11.6% and 11.7%, respectively. Proceeds from the sale of Waipouli Town Center were used to fund the acquisition of an 81,500 square-foot distribution facility. We began construction of a 29,550 square foot warehouse and distribution center at Maui Business Park II, and continued to expand our photovoltaic program. The Land Operations segment generated $18.9 million in operating profit due primarily to land sales and earnings from an unconsolidated investment in a legacy joint venture.
The Company maintained a strong and flexible balance sheet. As of December 31, 2024, our net debt to Consolidated Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization ("EBITDA") ratio was 3.6 times, and we had total liquidity of $333.4 million. We also recast our revolving credit facility and renewed our $200 million at-the-market equity offering program. General and administrative expenses were reduced by $4.2 million, or 12.4%, compared to 2023.
In 2024, our executive compensation program received strong support from shareholders, with over 96% of the Say-on-Pay votes cast in favor of the program. We believe this is because our pay program links pay with performance, aligns pay with shareholder interests and follows good governance practices. The vote on executive compensation is just one source of insight regarding shareholder views on our compensation practices. AB also maintains an extensive shareholder outreach program that incorporates discussion of various governance topics, including compensation. In the past year we met or offered to meet on executive compensation, company operations and sustainability matters with shareholders owning approximately 70% of our stock. The Compensation Committee welcomes shareholder perspectives on our executive pay program and utilizes our annual outreach process to collect feedback directly from our shareholders.
Approach to Compensation Governance.
The Compensation Committee consistently evaluates the Company’s executive compensation practices and modifies or adopts programs or practices to provide an appropriate balance of risk and reward. AB firmly believes in pay for performance and alignment with shareholder interests. Thus, a majority of NEO compensation is tied to performance to ensure alignment with shareholders. 81% of our CEO's and 59% of other NEOs' target total direct compensation (“TDC”) is performance-based pay aligned with shareholder interests. AB adheres to good governance practices, as listed below, to ensure that it adopts best practices to the extent that they are best aligned to the business goals and strategy of the Company as well as shareholder interests.
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How We Promote Good Pay Practices
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Direct components of pay generally targeted at the 50
th
percentile of market pay data
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TDC consisting substantially of performance-based compensation that aligns with shareholder interests
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Multiple relevant performance metrics to determine incentive payments
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Multi-year performance periods on performance-based equity awards
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Multi-year vesting periods on other equity awards
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Robust stock ownership guidelines for senior executives
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Review of realizable pay of NEOs
•
Reasonable severance or change-in control provisions
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Double trigger change-in-control severance that requires both a change-in-control and termination of employment without cause before any payments are made
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Compensation recoupment (“clawback”) policies established for executives
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NEOs generally participate in the same health and welfare benefit plans as other salaried employees
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Shareholder outreach to solicit input and gain investor perspectives on our compensation programs
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Anti-hedging policies established
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No repricing or replacing of underwater stock options without prior shareholder approval
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Pay risk assessments
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Compensation Overview
The Company’s executive compensation programs are administered by its Compensation Committee. The Compensation Committee has retained WTW, an independent compensation consultant, to provide advice and analysis on the design, structure and level of executive compensation for AB.
Compensation Philosophy and Objectives
.
The Company seeks to align its objectives with shareholder interests through a compensation program that attracts, motivates and retains qualified and effective executives and rewards
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for performance and results. To achieve this, the Company uses the following pay elements, which are described more fully under the
Pay Elements
section of the CDA:
| Pay Element | Composition | Performance Metrics | Rationale | ||||||||
| Base Salary | Cash | — |
•
Provides a fixed rate of pay based upon an executive’s responsibilities
|
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|
Annual Cash
Incentives |
Cash |
•
70% AB Performance Grid Metrics
•
30% Individual Goals
|
•
Rewards achievement of annual Company, business unit and individual performance
•
Reinforces pay-for-performance principles
•
Rewards both immediately measurable accomplishments and actions that create longer-term value
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| Long-Term Incentives* |
Equity
|
•
Performance Share Units ("PSUs")
◦
Relative 3-year total shareholder return ("TSR") (FTSE Nareit All-Equity Index Selected Peer Group)
◦
Net debt to trailing 12 months consolidated adjusted EBITDA
•
Restricted Stock Units ("RSUs")
◦
3-year vesting period
|
•
Aligns executives’ long-term interests with those of AB’s shareholders and motivates long-term performance
•
Aids in attracting and retaining employees
•
Reinforces pay-for-performance principles
|
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|
Health and
Welfare Benefits |
— |
•
Aids in attracting and retaining employees while supporting their wellbeing
|
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| Retirement Benefits | — |
•
Assists employees with retirement income savings and attracts and retains employees
|
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| Severance Benefits | — |
•
Retains talent during transitions due to a Change in Control or other covered events
|
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* Mr. Parker, Mr. Chun, Ms. Ching and Mr. Pauker: 50% PSUs, 50% RSUs; Mr. Kanehira and Mr. Morita: 30% PSUs, 70% RSUs
Pay for Performance.
The Company’s overall performance in 2024 was reflected in elements of compensation earned by NEOs for 2024. For the pay elements listed above, AB targets pay at around the 50
th
percentile.
Pay Mix.
The Company’s combination of pay elements is designed to place greater emphasis on performance-based compensation, while at the same time focusing on long-term talent retention and ensuring an appropriate balance between pay and risk. The Committee believes this is consistent with one of its key compensation objectives, which is to align management and shareholder interests. For 2024, the TDC mix was generally within the same range as competitive practices based on survey data for each element of pay, as shown by the following table.
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Percentage of Target Total Direct Compensation
Provided by Each Core Pay Element for 2024
Provided by Each Core Pay Element for 2024
Assessment of Total Compensation.
In evaluating and making pay decisions, the Compensation Committee utilizes the following tools, resources and information:
|
•
Company and individual performance
•
Say-on-Pay vote results
•
Competitive market data
•
Economic environment
•
Job responsibilities and experience
•
Positioning within the executive’s salary range
•
Positioning in relation to the pay philosophy
•
Investor feedback
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•
Projected market salary increases
•
Value of the total pay package
•
Alignment to pay-for-performance principles
•
Reasonableness and balance of pay risk
•
NEO’s current and expected future contributions to Company performance and shareholder value
•
Size of recent awards
|
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Pay Elements
The Company provides the following pay elements to its NEOs in varying combinations to accomplish its compensation objectives.
Base Salary
:
Base salary is intended to provide a competitive fixed rate of pay based upon an executive’s responsibilities. Base salary is reviewed annually by the Compensation Committee and is adjusted based on factors such as the executive's role, experience, individual performance, internal equity, and market data.
Generally, the Board of Directors determines the CEO’s annual salary change based on factors listed previously in the
Assessment of Total Compensation
section. The Board has a formal performance review process for the CEO that includes categories such as, but not limited to: Company goals, financial results, strategic leadership and business management. Each Board member has an opportunity to provide specific input on the CEO’s performance across key categories. The results of this process are carefully considered by the Board and the Compensation Committee in determining the CEO’s annual salary and incentive award.
The CEO recommends annual salary changes for the other NEOs. Salary adjustments for NEOs were considered by the Compensation Committee in February 2024 for implementation on April 1, 2024.
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| NEO |
Base Salary
as of 12/31/23 |
% Change |
Base Salary
as of 12/31/24 |
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Mr. Parker
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$675,000 | 5.2% | $710,000 | ||||||||
| Mr. Chun | $400,000 | 3.0% | $412,000 | ||||||||
| Ms. Ching | $342,784 | 3.0% | $353,068 | ||||||||
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Mr. Kanehira
|
$247,447 | 3.0% | $254,870 | ||||||||
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Mr. Morita
|
$280,800 | 3.0% | $289,224 | ||||||||
|
Mr. Pauker*
|
$390,000 | N/A | N/A | ||||||||
* Mr. Pauker served as Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer through October 25, 2024.
Annual Cash Incentives:
For 2024, annual incentives for NEOs were provided through the Alexander Baldwin, Inc. Performance Improvement Incentive Plan (“PIIP”) and Alexander Baldwin, Inc. Annual Incentive Plan ("AIP") to motivate and reward executives for achievement of pre-established corporate performance metrics and individual goals, as applicable. The Company believes that the annual incentive structure drives the following objectives:
•
Aligning compensation with key goals/objectives and shareholder interests
•
Rewarding for achievement of company performance
•
Emphasizing pay for performance
•
Fostering a team environment while allowing for flexibility in individual recognition
PIIP and AIP Performance Goal Categories
.
Each plan year, awards for all plan participants are determined based on the attainment level of goals for that year, as determined by the Compensation Committee. Performance grid metrics and individual goals were established in February 2024. Awards can range from 0% to 200% of target for PIIP and from 0% to 150% for AIP.
•
AB Performance Grid Metrics (weighted 70%) – Designed to reward the achievement of financial metrics related to AB and to ensure that executives are held accountable for the financial health and discipline of the Company. Target performance goals are based on the Company’s Board-approved operating plan and adjusted in certain instances to exclude the effect of certain items. When establishing the operating plan, management and the Board of Directors consider the historical performance of the Company, external elements such as economic conditions and competitive factors, Company capabilities, performance objectives, and the Company’s strategic plan. Maximum and threshold performance goals are determined based on the level of difficulty in achieving the objective and are intended to ensure an enduring standard of performance. Performance Grid Metrics best reflect the results of business execution and achievement of financial metrics of respective operations and align with performance measures used by REITs. Senior management provides input on business actions and outcomes in support of the Company's strategic direction, and the Compensation Committee reviews management's recommendations and approves Performance Grid Metrics and goals.
•
Individual Goals (weighted 30%) – Rewards an individual executive's contributions and accomplishments and the executive’s success in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities, some of which are not necessarily reflected in annual financial results.
PIIP and AIP Company Performance and Payout Determination
.
Determination of award levels in 2024 was based on the Company’s operating performance as compared to Performance Grid Metrics set at the beginning of the year and Individual Goal ratings.
•
For Performance Grid Metrics, the level of achievement is based on actual performance against performance goals.
•
For Individual Goals, each is rated on a scale from 0 to 3, as follows: 0 for below threshold performance, 1.0 for threshold performance, 2.0 for target performance and to 3.0 for maximum performance. The CEO recommends Individual Goals ratings for the non-CEO NEOs, and the Compensation Committee separately determines the CEO's Individual Goals rating.
Individual award levels are determined by multiplying each NEO’s incentive target by the weighting of each element (AB Performance Grid Metrics and Individual Goals) and by performance ratings for the applicable measures at
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below threshold (0%), threshold (50%), target (100%) or maximum (150% for AIP and 200% for PIIP) levels, with proration between these levels, as determined by the Compensation Committee.
The table below presents AB Performance Grid Metrics; performance goals at threshold, target and maximum; actual performance results and PIIP and AIP resulting payout multiples as percentages of target; and weighting for each Performance Grid Metric.
|
AB Performance Grid Metrics
|
Threshold | Target | Maximum | Actual |
PIIP (Resulting Multiple as a % of Target)
|
AIP (Resulting Multiple as a % of Target)
|
Weighting | ||||||||||||||||
|
FFO per Diluted Share (1)
|
$ | 1.03 | $ | 1.07 | $ | 1.13 | $ | 1.37 | 200.0 | % | 150.0 | % | 50% | ||||||||||
|
CRE Same-Store NOI Growth (1)
|
0.90 | % | 1.90 | % | 3.00 | % | 2.87 | % | 188.2 | % | 144.1 | % |
50%
|
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|
Combined % of Target After Weighting
|
194.1 | % | 147.0 | % | |||||||||||||||||||
(1)
Refer to the
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
section in this Proxy Statement for a discussion of the use of non-GAAP financial measures and the required reconciliations of GAAP to non-GAAP measures.
The table below presents Individual Goals.
| NEO | Individual Goals | ||||
| Mr. Parker |
•
Increase Company’s CRE portfolio NOI and FFO through accretive investments and dispositions.
•
Provide leadership and oversight over the Company’s overhead and cost optimization objectives.
•
Actively oversee and engage in matters pertaining to the Company’s outstanding simplification obligations and liabilities in its Land Operations business segment.
•
Identify and execute on initiatives that drive shareholder value improvement.
|
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| Mr. Chun |
•
Develop and implement the Company’s overhead and cost optimization objectives.
•
Effectively manage Finance departmental spending through optimizing resource allocation, process improvements, and/or automation.
•
Lead the Company’s debt and equity capital markets transactions in order to enhance the balance sheet strength and flexibility.
•
Increase Company’s CRE portfolio NOI and FFO through accretive investments and dispositions.
|
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| Ms. Ching |
•
Provide government relations leadership and support for the achievement of the Company's strategic and REIT-related goals.
•
Actively oversee and engage in matters pertaining to the Company’s outstanding simplification obligations and liabilities in its Land Operations business segment.
•
Manage departmental spending, optimize resource allocation, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
•
Support CRE’s growth initiatives through effective community and government outreach programs.
|
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|
Mr. Kanehira
|
•
Effectively manage the company’s human capital by analyzing human capital metrics, succession planning efforts, and learning and development effectiveness.
•
Enhance employee satisfaction, retention, and productivity by fostering an inclusive, equitable and supportive workplace culture.
•
Ensure transparent, equitable and compliant executive compensation practices and reinforcing ethical HR practices for long-term company success.
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Enhance financial efficiency by optimizing resource allocation and identifying cost-saving opportunities while maintaining operational effectiveness.
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| NEO | Individual Goals | ||||
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Mr. Morita
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•
Improve leasing process through automation and streamlining of legal documents.
•
Review and update key policies and provide ongoing training to ensure compliance across the company.
•
Complete accredited courses in legal, leasing and corporate governance matters and incorporate best practices within the company.
•
Actively oversee and engage in legal matters pertaining to the Company’s outstanding simplification obligations and liabilities in its Land Operations business segment.
•
Manage departmental spending, optimize resource allocation, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
|
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|
Mr. Pauker
|
•
Lead asset planning analysis for capital allocation decisions on portfolio assets.
•
Develop and execute capital markets strategies.
•
Increase Company’s CRE portfolio NOI and FFO through accretive investments and dispositions.
•
Lead and manage the disposition of specific non-core lands.
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Individual Goals performance ratings for 2024 for Mr. Chun, Ms. Ching, Mr. Kanehira, and Mr. Morita were determined to be between target and maximum. Mr. Pauker did not receive an overall rating and was not eligible for a 2024 PIIP award due to his departure from the Company during the year.
Each plan year, the Compensation Committee determines the CEO’s annual incentive separately from other plan participants. The Compensation Committee and the Board of Directors evaluated the CEO’s Individual Goals performance based on criteria established in February 2024, including advancement of strategic corporate priorities, leading Company cost optimization objectives, and advancement of simplification and organizational effectiveness efforts. Based on that evaluation, Mr. Parker’s Individual Goals performance rating was between threshold and target.
Actual awards earned in total by the NEOs were based on performance against the goals as described above and were as follows:
2024 PIIP and AIP Annual Incentive Award Information
| Target PIIP and AIP Award | Actual as a % of | Actual PIIP and AIP Award | |||||||||||||||
| NEO | % of Base Salary | $ | Target | % of Base Salary | $ | ||||||||||||
|
Mr. Parker
|
115% | $ | 816,500 | 152% | 175% | $ | 1,241,600 | ||||||||||
| Mr. Chun | 70% | $ | 288,400 | 190% | 133% | $ | 548,432 | ||||||||||
|
Ms. Ching
|
55% | $ | 194,187 | 183% | 100% | $ | 354,710 | ||||||||||
|
Mr. Kanehira
|
45% | $ | 114,692 | 145% | 65% | $ | 166,741 | ||||||||||
|
Mr. Morita
|
35% | $ | 101,228 | 144% | 51% | $ | 146,105 | ||||||||||
|
Mr. Pauker*
|
75% | $ | 301,275 | —% | —% | $ | — | ||||||||||
* Mr. Pauker served as Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer through October 25, 2024.
Long-Term Incentives ("LTI")
Executives' LTI compensation comprises equity grants, which are generally approved by the Compensation Committee at its January meeting. Based on current market data provided by WTW, the CEO makes recommendations for each executive officer other than himself to the Compensation Committee, which retains full authority to set the actual grant amount. In determining the type and size of a grant to an executive officer, the Compensation Committee generally considers, among other things, the items mentioned above in the
Assessment of Total Compensation
section.
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The table below presents target LTI values and weightings of PSUs and RSUs.
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Target 2024
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LTI Vehicle Mix | ||||||||||
| NEO | LTI Value | PSUs | RSUs | ||||||||
|
Mr. Parker
|
$ | 2,200,000 | 50 | % | 50 | % | |||||
| Mr. Chun | $ | 600,000 | 50 | % | 50 | % | |||||
|
Ms. Ching
|
$ | 250,000 | 50 | % | 50 | % | |||||
|
Mr. Kanehira
|
$ | 110,000 | 30 | % | 70 | % | |||||
|
Mr. Morita
|
$ | 75,000 | 30 | % | 70 | % | |||||
|
Mr. Pauker
|
$ | 450,000 | 50 | % | 50 | % | |||||
•
RSUs are awards that are settled in shares of the Company's common stock and vest in thirds over a three-year period based on service. RSUs are intended to focus behaviors on improving long-term stock price performance on an absolute basis (as a complement to the relative-performance nature of PSUs), increase share ownership and strengthen retention of participants. Under the service-vesting requirement, participants must remain employed until the end of each vesting period to earn any shares that become issuable. Pro-rata vesting will apply to the extent employment ceases with the Company during the restricted period by reason of death, disability or retirement during the vesting period. RSU awards granted to NEOs prior to July 31, 2022, received quarterly dividend equivalents for the full amount of RSUs granted. RSU awards granted to NEOs on or after July 31, 2022, received dividend equivalents only upon vesting.
•
PSUs are awards that are settled in shares of the Company's common stock and have both a performance-based requirement and a service-vesting requirement. The performance-based requirement is weighted 75% on AB’s TSR results relative to the TSR of a select group of peer REITs (listed below in
The Role of Compensation Survey Data
section) focused on shopping center and diversified portfolios, with market capitalization between approximately $600 million and $4.5 billion and weighted 25% on the Company's Net Debt to Trailing Twelve Months Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA. PSUs have concurrent three-year performance and vesting horizons. Under the service-vesting requirement, recipients must remain employed until the end of the performance and vesting period to earn any shares that become issuable. PSUs are intended to motivate recipients to focus on AB shareholder returns relative to the share performance of other U.S.-based REITs with commercial real estate focus and/or market capitalization similar to the Company's. The service requirement provides that PSUs cliff vest after a three-year period (concurrent with the performance period), as defined by the award. Pro-rata vesting will apply to the extent employment ceases with the Company during the performance period by reason of death, disability or retirement, with proration to be applied to the number of shares resulting from the actual level of attainment of the two performance metrics, TSR in Relation to Selected Peer Group and Net Debt to Trailing Twelve Months Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA over the performance period (i.e., actual performance). Payment of accrued dividend equivalents on PSUs will be made upon attainment of the applicable performance goals and will be paid solely according to the number of actual shares earned.
The table below presents 2024 performance metrics, weighting for each metric, and performance goals at threshold, target and maximum (for which payouts would be 35%, 100 and 200% respectively, of each executive's target award).
Performance Ranges for 2024 PSUs
|
2024 PSU Performance Metrics
|
Weighting
|
Threshold
(35% of
Target Payout)*
|
Target
(100% of
Target Payout)*
|
Maximum
(200% of
Target Payout)*
|
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| TSR in Relation to Selected Peer Group | 75% |
35
th
Percentile of Peer Group
|
50
th
Percentile of Peer Group
|
75
th
Percentile of Peer Group
|
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| Net Debt to TTM Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA | 25% |
6.0x
|
5.6x
|
5.0x
|
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* Linear interpolation is used if performance falls between the specified percentile levels. No performance shares are earned if performance is below threshold.
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2022 PSU Payouts:
The performance requirement for 2022 PSUs was based on AB’s total shareholder return (TSR) results relative to the TSR of companies that comprise the FTSE Nareit All-Equity REIT index and a Selected Peer Group index. With TSR at the 53.2 percentile for the FTSE Nareit All-Equity REIT index and at the 19.2 percentile for the Selected Peer Group index, 47% of the PSUs granted in 2022 were earned.
Target Total Direct Compensation for 2024
The table below presents each NEO’s 2024 target total direct compensation, which includes base salary as of 12/31/2024, target PIIP or AIP award and 2024 LTI grant.
Target Total Direct Compensation for 2024
| NEO |
Base Salary as of
12/31/24 |
Target PIIP or AIP
Award |
2024 LTI
Grant |
Target Total Direct
Compensation |
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Mr. Parker
|
$ | 710,000 | $ | 816,500 | $ | 2,200,000 | $ | 3,726,500 | ||||||
| Mr. Chun | $ | 412,000 | $ | 288,400 | $ | 600,000 | $ | 1,300,400 | ||||||
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Ms. Ching
|
$ | 353,068 | $ | 194,187 | $ | 250,000 | $ | 797,255 | ||||||
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Mr. Kanehira
|
$ | 254,870 | $ | 114,692 | $ | 110,000 | $ | 479,562 | ||||||
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Mr. Morita
|
$ | 289,224 | $ | 101,228 | $ | 75,000 | $ | 465,452 | ||||||
|
Mr. Pauker*
|
N/A | $ | 301,275 | $ | 450,000 |
N/A
|
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* Mr. Pauker left the company as of October 25, 2024 and forfeited his awards.
Retirement Plans:
The Company provides retirement plans to assist its employees with retirement income savings and to attract and retain its employees. The Committee periodically reviews the value of benefits from the retirement plans in conjunction with all other forms of pay in making compensation decisions.
AB Individual Deferred Compensation and Profit-Sharing Plan:
The Company has a tax-qualified defined contribution retirement plan (the “IDC Plan”) available to all salaried non-bargaining unit employees. Beginning in 2020, the IDC Plan provided for a match of up to 3% of the eligible compensation deferred by a participant during the fiscal year, subject to IRS maximum compensation limitations and a non-elective Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible compensation.
The Company has a profit-sharing plan which provides for performance-based discretionary contributions to participants based on the degree of achievement of goals similar to 2024 AIP goals as determined by the Compensation Committee. Employees are immediately eligible for up to 5% of annual base compensation, based on achievement of goals. There was a 4.88% profit-sharing contribution for 2024.
AB Excess Benefits Plan:
This non-qualified benefit plan (the “Excess Benefits Plan”) for executives is designed to meet the retirement plan objectives described above. Certain executives, including Mr. Parker and Ms. Ching, are eligible to participate in the Excess Benefits Plan. It complements the IDC Plan and a former tax-qualified defined benefit pension plan by providing benefits and contributions in amounts that could not be provided by the respective plan’s formula due to the limits imposed by tax law. Effective January 1, 2020, the Company froze benefit accruals under the AB Excess Benefits Plan and replaced the benefit with a Non-Qualified Defined Contribution Plan. The 2024 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan amends and restates the Non-Qualified Defined Contribution Plan. The Pension Benefits table of this Proxy Statement provides further information regarding the AB Excess Benefits Plan.
2024 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan:
Under this plan eligible participants, which consists of Mr. Parker, Mr. Chun, and Ms. Ching, receive 3% of their annual eligible compensation in excess of the applicable IRS compensation limit, a discretionary gain sharing contribution up to 5% of base salary in excess of the applicable IRS compensation limit, based on achievement of goals, and the lesser of 3% of eligible compensation or the applicable IRS deferral limit minus the maximum allowable match, including the match on catch-up contributions, under the 401(k) plan. The plan was amended so eligible participants, which includes all NEOs, may elect to defer their base salary and bonus earned during the year.
Employment and Other Agreements:
The Company does not provide employment or similar agreements for any of the NEOs. The Company believes in a policy of “at will” employment.
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Executive Severance Plan and Change in Control Agreements:
The Company provides severance benefits pursuant to the Executive Severance Plan and Change in Control agreements to reinforce and encourage the continued attention and dedication of members of the Company’s top management, including NEOs, to their assigned duties without possible distraction and disruption arising from a change in control or other covered event. Severance arrangements also are provided to maintain a competitive pay package. The Compensation Committee designed the change in control agreement to provide a competitively structured program, and yet be conservative overall in the amounts of potential award payouts. The Compensation Committee’s decisions regarding other compensation elements are affected by the potential payouts under these arrangements, as the Committee considers how the terms of these arrangements and the other pay components interrelate. These arrangements are described in further detail in the
Other Potential Post-Employment Payments
section of this Proxy Statement.
Retiree Health and Medical Plan, Life and Disability Insurance:
The Company provides eligible NEOs with the same retiree medical and life insurance benefits as are provided in general to all salaried non-bargaining unit employees who joined AB Predecessor prior to January 1, 2008. The Company’s contribution towards the monthly medical premium is based on the employee’s age and years of service and is capped at $136 per month. The Company pays the cost of premiums for retiree life coverage which is reduced to $10,000. The benefits from these plans are reflected in the “Other Potential Post-Employment Payments” section of this Proxy Statement. NEOs receive the same life insurance coverage maximum of two times base salary as is provided in general to all salaried non-bargaining unit employees, with maximum amounts of $1,000,000 for NEOs and $400,000 for other employees. NEOs also receive disability insurance through a group disability program available to all salaried non-bargaining unit employees, plus up to an additional $17,500 a month under an individual disability insurance program based on total base salary and annual incentive target.
The Role of Compensation Market Data
The Company uses published compensation survey data as a reference but does not benchmark against specific companies within such surveys. We also utilize REIT pay peer group data as disclosed in proxy statements. The Compensation Committee references compensation market data as just one factor when assessing appropriate pay levels. Other factors considered include Internal equity, Company performance, business unit performance, compensation philosophy, performance consistency, historical pay movement, pay mix, pay risk, economic environment and individual performance.
Compensation market data used for the assessment of total direct compensation include:
•
WTW General Industry Executive Compensation Survey
•
WTW Long-Term Incentive Policies and Practices Survey
•
National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (Nareit) 2024 Compensation Survey
•
Pay peer group (proxy-disclosed pay data) listed in the table below:
| Ticker | Company Name | Sector | ||||||
| AKR | Acadia Realty Trust | Retail | ||||||
| AAT | American Assets Trust, Inc. | Retail, Office, Residential | ||||||
| AHH | Armada Hoffler Properties, Inc. | Retail, Office, Residential | ||||||
| IVT |
InvenTrust Properties Corp.
|
Retail | ||||||
| JBGS | JBG SMITH Properties | Office, Residential | ||||||
| OLP | One Liberty Properties, Inc. | Retail, Industrial | ||||||
| PECO |
Phillips Edison Company, Inc.
|
Retail | ||||||
| PLYM | Plymouth Industrial REIT, Inc. | Industrial | ||||||
| ROIC | Retail Opportunity Investments Corp. | Retail | ||||||
| SAFE | Safehold Inc. | Specialty | ||||||
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BFS
|
Saul Centers, Inc. | Retail | ||||||
| SITC |
SITE Centers Corp.
|
Retail | ||||||
| UE | Urban Edge Properties | Retail | ||||||
| WSR | Whitestone REIT | Retail | ||||||
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The Role of the Compensation Consultant
The Compensation Committee retained WTW, an independent executive compensation consulting firm, to assist the Committee in:
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Evaluating salary and incentive compensation levels
•
Reviewing and suggesting executive pay plan design modifications
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Understanding current executive compensation trends and legislative reform initiatives
•
Assessing appropriate outside Board of Director pay levels and structuring
WTW reports directly to and takes instructions from the Compensation Committee. The Committee approves all WTW engagements, including the nature, scope and fees of assignments. The Compensation Committee has reviewed WTW’s work, policies and procedures and determined that no conflicts of interest exist. In accordance with the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) requirements, the Compensation Committee annually assesses the independence of its compensation consultant, outside legal counsel, and other advisers who will provide services with respect to executive compensation matters.
The Role of Management
Management assists the Compensation Committee in its role of determining executive compensation in a number of ways:
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Provides management’s perspective on compensation plan structure and implementation.
•
Identifies appropriate performance measures and suggests company, unit and individual performance goals that are consistent with the Board-approved operating plans.
•
The CEO conducts an annual performance evaluation of NEOs, excluding himself, against pre-approved Company and individual goals.
•
The CEO combines performance evaluations with market data provided by WTW and makes compensation recommendations to the Compensation Committee.
Stock Ownership Guidelines
All NEOs and directors are in compliance with, or on track to meet, the stock ownership guidelines. The guidelines require stock ownership of 5x annual base salary for our CEO and 3x annual base salary for other NEOs. Executives and directors have 5 years from the date of appointment or promotion to meet the guidelines. The guidelines require share ownership for our directors of 5x the annual Board retainer, and for our Chairman of the Board 5x the annual Chairman of the Board annual retainer.
Stock eligible under the guidelines includes vested common stock owned/controlled by the executive or director; common stock in the name of immediate family members/trust; vested and unvested time-based RSUs (provided that any unvested equity awards counted must be full value awards subject only to time-based vesting and must in no way be contingent upon the achievement of any performance requirement); vested performance-based restricted stock; and shares in the former Alexander Baldwin, Inc. Tax Credit Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("TCESOP").
Equity Granting Policy
Equity awards are expected to be granted for current employees at the January Compensation Committee meeting each year with a grant date of February 1. Equity grants for non-Section 16 officer new hires or promoted employees are approved by the CEO and reported to the Compensation Committee. The timing of these grants is made without regard to anticipated earnings or other major announcements by the Company. No stock options have been granted by AB or by AB Predecessor since 2012 and the Company has no plans to grant stock options.
Policy Regarding Speculative Transactions and Hedging
The Company has adopted a formal policy prohibiting directors, officers and employees from (i) entering into speculative transactions, such as trading in options, warrants, puts and calls or similar instruments, involving AB stock, or (ii) hedging or monetization transactions, such as zero-cost collars and forward sale contracts, involving AB stock. The Company does not prohibit investments in exchange funds.
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Policy Regarding Recoupment of Certain Compensation
In October 2023, the Board adopted the AB Amended and Restated Policy Regarding Recoupment of Certain Compensation (the “Recoupment Policy”) in accordance with SEC rules and NYSE listing standards, which mandate the recovery of certain erroneously paid performance-based incentive compensation that may be received by our current and former Section 16 officers on or after October 2, 2023, if AB has a required accounting restatement during the three completed fiscal years immediately prior to the fiscal year in which a financial restatement determination is made, subject to limited exceptions. In addition, the Recoupment Policy retains our pre-existing recoupment policy which first became effective in June 2012, and which covers cash bonuses based on achievement of financial performance metrics and equity-based compensation (e.g., stock, RSUs or PSUs) earned, vested or paid prior to October 2, 2023. Each of our named executive officers is subject to the Recoupment Policy.
Tax and Accounting Considerations
In evaluating the Company’s executive compensation structure, the Compensation Committee considers tax and accounting treatment, balancing the effects on the individual and the Company. The Compensation Committee believes that the potential deductibility of the compensation payable under those programs should be only one of a number of relevant factors taken into consideration, and not the sole or primary factor, in establishing the cash and equity compensation programs for the executive officers. Section 162(m) of the Code generally limits to $1.0 million the amount of remuneration that the Company may deduct in any calendar year for certain executive officers. The Compensation Committee believes that cash and equity incentive compensation must be maintained at the requisite level to attract and retain the executive officers essential to the Company’s financial success, even if all or part of that compensation may not be deductible by reason of the Section 162(m) limitation. Accordingly, the Compensation Committee will continue to maintain flexibility and the ability to pay competitive compensation by not requiring all compensation to be deductible.
Compensation Committee Report
The Compensation Committee has reviewed and discussed the CDA section of this Proxy Statement with management and based on these discussions and review, it has recommended to the Board of Directors that the CDA disclosure be included in this Proxy Statement.
The foregoing report is submitted by Ms. Laing (Chair), Ms. Kimura and Mr. Lewis.
Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation
There were no Compensation Committee Interlocks or Insider Participation in 2024.
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Summary Compensation Table
.
The following table summarizes the compensation paid by AB to its NEOs in 2024, 2023 and 2022.
2024 Summary Compensation Table
|
Name and
Principal Position (a) |
Year
(b) |
Salary
($)
(c)
|
Bonus
($)(4) (d) |
Stock
Awards ($)(5) (e) |
Option
Awards ($) (f) |
Non-Equity
Incentive Plan Compensation ($)(6) (g) |
Change in Pension
Value and Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Earnings ($)(7) (h) |
All Other
Compensation ($)(8) (i) |
Total
($) (j) |
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|
Lance K. Parker
President and Chief Executive Officer (1) |
2024
|
701,247 | 132,273 | 2,282,653 |
N/A
|
1,109,327 | 2,576 | 108,505 | 4,336,581 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2023 | 618,998 | 283,712 | 1,684,810 | N/A | 661,996 | 3,198 | 85,253 | 3,337,967 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2022 | 447,498 | 240,131 | 843,873 | N/A | 571,991 | 0 | (9) | 76,634 | 2,180,127 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Clayton K. Y. Chun
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (2) |
2024
|
408,998 | 156,601 | 622,522 |
N/A
|
391,831 | 0 | 68,189 | 1,648,141 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2023 | 399,998 | 125,878 | 692,700 | N/A | 293,716 | 0 | 53,280 | 1,565,572 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2022 | 293,315 | 78,272 | 214,984 | N/A | 181,390 | 0 | (10) | 45,679 | 813,640 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Meredith J. Ching
Executive Vice President,
External Affairs |
2024
|
342,348 | 90,880 | 259,375 |
N/A
|
263,830 | 7,548 | 55,095 | 1,019,076 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2023 | 331,576 | 83,060 | 288,625 | N/A | 193,807 | 0 | (11) | 52,413 | 949,481 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2022 | 327,199 | 129,366 | 281,291 | N/A | 230,423 | 0 | (12) | 56,762 | 1,025,041 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Derek T. Kanehira
Senior Vice President,
Human Resources
|
2024
|
253,014 | 48,687 | 112,463 |
N/A
|
118,054 | 0 | 33,032 | 565,250 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Scott G. Morita
Vice President and Corporate Counsel
|
2024
|
287,117 | 41,909 | 76,674 |
N/A
|
104,196 | 0 | 34,874 | 544,770 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Jeffrey W. Pauker
Former Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer (3)
|
2024
|
343,696 | 0 | 466,882 |
N/A
|
0 | 0 | 99,718 | 910,296 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2023 | 381,665 | 118,480 | 491,546 |
N/A
|
276,452 | 0 | 31,350 | 1,299,493 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
(1)
Mr. Parker was appointed President and CEO effective July 1, 2023.
(2)
Mr. Chun was appointed Executive Vice President, CFO and Treasurer effective December 1, 2022.
(3)
Mr. Pauker served as Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer through October 25, 2024.
(4)
Represents the NEO’s awards attributable to individual goals under the PIIP or AIP program for the fiscal year identified in column (b) payable in cash in February of the following year.
(5)
Represents the grant-date fair value of time-based RSUs and the grant-date fair value of PSUs for the fiscal year identified in column (b) granted in 2024. PSUs awarded in 2024 vest in February 2027 if performance goals are attained at target. Assuming that maximum performance goals applicable to the PSUs were to be achieved, the values in this column with respect to 2024 would be as follows: Mr. Parker, $3,299,970; Mr. Chun, $899,963; Ms. Ching, $374,972; Mr. Kanehira. $142,978; Mr. Morita, $97,468; and Mr. Pauker, $674,959. If performance goals are not attained at threshold, all PSUs will be forfeited. See Note 14 of the consolidated financial statements of the Company’s 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K regarding the assumptions underlying the valuation of equity awards. Mr. Pauker's 2024 RSU and PSU grants were forfeited in connection with his departure from the Company.
(6)
Represents the NEO’s award attributable to financial goals under the PIIP or AIP program for the fiscal year identified in column (b) payable in cash in February of the following year.
(7)
All amounts are attributable to the aggregate change in the actuarial present value of the NEO’s accumulated benefit under all defined benefit pension plans.
(8)
Represents amounts contributed by AB to the NEO’s account under the AB Individual Deferred Compensation and Profit Sharing Plan and 2024 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan. The 2024 amount for Mr. Pauker includes $39,420 in accrued unused vacation pay.
(9)
The change in pension value was a decrease of $79,461. Under SEC rules, such a decrease is shown in the table as $0.
(10)
The change in pension value was a decrease of $663. Under SEC rules, such a decrease is shown in the table as $0.
(11)
The change in pension value was a decrease of $31,607. Under SEC rules, such a decrease is shown in the table as $0.
(12)
The change in pension value was a decrease of $149,929. Under SEC rules, such a decrease is shown in the table as $0.
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Grants of Plan-Based Awards.
The following table contains information concerning the non-equity and equity grants under AB’s incentive plans during 2024 to the NEOs.
2024 Grants of Plan-Based Awards
|
Estimated Future
Payouts Under Non-Equity Incentive Plan Awards(1) |
Estimated Future
Payouts Under Equity Incentive Plan Awards(2) |
All
Other Stock Awards: Number of Shares of Stock or Units (#)(3) (i) |
All Other
Option Awards: Number of Securities Underlying Options (#)(4) (j) |
Exercise
or Base Price of Option Awards ($/Sh) (k) |
Grant
Date Fair Value of Stock and Option Awards ($)(5) (l) |
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|
Name
(a) |
Grant
Date (b) |
Threshold
($) (c) |
Target
($) (d) |
Maximum
($) (e) |
Threshold
(#) (f) |
Target
(#) (g) |
Maximum
(#) (h) |
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|
Lance K. Parker
|
$ | 285,775 | $ | 571,550 | $ | 1,143,100 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/1/24 | 22,088 | 63,109 | 126,218 | 63,109 | N/A | N/A | $ | 2,282,653 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Clayton K. Y. Chun | $ | 100,940 | $ | 201,880 | $ | 403,760 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/1/24 | 6,024 | 17,211 | 34,422 | 17,211 | N/A | N/A | $ | 622,522 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Meredith J. Ching | $ | 67,966 | $ | 135,931 | $ | 271,862 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/1/24 | 2,510 | 7,171 | 14,342 | 7,171 | N/A | N/A | $ | 259,375 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Derek T. Kanehira
|
$ | 40,142 | $ | 80,284 | $ | 120,426 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/1/24 | 663 | 1,893 | 3,786 | 4,417 | N/A | N/A | $ | 112,463 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Scott G. Morita
|
$ | 35,430 | $ | 70,860 | $ | 106,290 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/1/24 | 452 | 1,290 | 2,580 | 3,012 | N/A | N/A | $ | 76,674 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Jeffrey W. Pauker (6)
|
$ | 105,446 | $ | 210,893 | $ | 421,785 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2/1/24 | 4,518 | 12,908 | 25,816 | 12,908 | N/A | N/A | $ | 466,882 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
(1)
Amounts reflected in this section relate to estimated payouts under the non-equity incentive portion of the PIIP/AIP. The value of the actual payouts is included in column (g) of the Summary Compensation Table.
(2)
Amounts in this section reflect PSU grants. PSUs awarded in February 2024 vest in February 2027 if performance goals are attained during the performance period.
(3)
Amounts in this section reflect time-based RSUs.
(4)
No options were granted in 2024.
(5)
Represents the grant-date fair value of the equity awards granted in 2024. See Note 16 of the consolidated financial statements of the Company’s 2024 Annual Report on Form 10-K regarding the assumptions underlying the valuation of equity awards.
(6)
Mr. Pauker left the company as of October 25, 2024 and forfeited his awards.
The PIIP/AIP is based on financial, operating, and individual goals for the Company. Performance measures, weighting of goals and target opportunities are discussed in the CDA section of this Proxy Statement. Information on equity grants is provided in the CDA section of this Proxy Statement.
Outstanding Equity Awards at Fiscal Year-End.
The following table contains information concerning the outstanding equity awards held by the NEOs.
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2024 Outstanding Equity Awards at Fiscal Year-End
| Option Awards | Stock Awards | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Name
(a) |
Number of
Securities Underlying Unexercised Options (#) Exercisable (b) |
Number of
Securities Underlying Unexercised Options (#) Unexercisable (c) |
Equity
Incentive Plan Awards: Number of Securities Underlying Unexercised Unearned Options (#) (d) |
Option
Exercise Price ($) (e) |
Option
Expiration Date (f) |
Number
of Shares or Units of Stock that Have Not Vested (#) (g) |
Market
Value of Shares or Units of Stock that Have Not Vested ($)(6) (h) |
Equity In-
centive Plan Awards: Number of Unearned Shares, Units or Other Rights that Have Not Vested (#)(6) (i) |
Equity In-
centive Plan Awards: Market or Payout Value of Unearned Shares, Units or Other Rights that Have Not Vested ($)(7) (j) |
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| Lance K. Parker | — | — | — | — | — | 94,117 | (1) | $ | 1,669,636 | 117,851 |
(8)
|
$ | 2,090,677 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Clayton K. Y. Chun | — | — | — | — | — | 29,260 | (2) | $ | 519,072 | 34,844 |
(9)
|
$ | 618,133 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Meredith J. Ching
|
— | — | — | — | — | 13,167 | (3) | $ | 233,583 | 18,908 |
(10)
|
$ | 335,428 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Derek T. Kanehira
|
— | — | — | — | — | 8,111 | (4) | $ | 143,889 | 4,991 |
(11)
|
$ | 88,540 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Scott G. Morita
|
— | — | — | — | — | 5,274 |
(5)
|
$ | 93,561 | 3,073 |
(12)
|
$ | 54,515 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Jeffrey W. Pauker (13)
|
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
(1)
Vesting date of unvested RSUs – 5,487 shares on 2/1/25; 6,250 shares each on 2/1/25 and 2/1/26; 6,510 shares on 7/31/25 and 6,511 shares on 7/31/26; 21,036 shares each on 2/1/25 and 2/1/26 and 21,037 shares on 2/1/27.
(2)
Vesting date of unvested RSUs – 2,049 shares on 2/1/25; 5,000 shares each on 2/1/25 and 2/1/26; 5,737 shares each on 2/1/25, 2/1/26 and 2/1/27.
(3)
Vesting date of unvested RSUs – 1,829 shares on 2/1/25; 2,083 shares on 2/1/25 and 2,084 shares on 2/1/26; 2,390 shares each on 2/1/25 and 2/1/26 and 2,391 shares on 2/1/27.
(4)
Vesting date of unvested RSUs – 1,127 shares on 2/1/25; 1,283 shares on 2/2/25 and 1,284 shares on 2/1/26; 1,472 shares each on 2/1/25 and 2/1/26 and 1,473 shares on 2/1/27.
(5)
Vesting date of unvested RSUs – 512 shares on 2/1/25; 875 shares each on 2/2/25 and 2/1/26; 1,004 shares each on 2/1/25, 2/1/26 and 2/1/27.
(6)
These PSUs are shown at the target amount (100% of the target number of shares awarded).
(7)
Market value of stock not vested, shown at target performance, based on the closing stock price as of December 31, 2024 of $17.74.
(8)
Vesting date of PSUs – 16,461 shares on 2/1/25; 18,750 shares on 2/1/26; 19,531 shares on 7/31/26; 63,109 shares on 2/1/27.
(9)
Vesting date of PSUs – 2,633 shares on 2/1/25; 15,000 shares on 2/1/26; 17,211 shares on 2/1/27.
(10)
Vesting date of PSUs – 5,487 shares on 2/1/25; 6,250 shares on 2/1/26; 7,171 shares on 2/1/27.
(11)
Vesting date of PSUs – 1,448 shares on 2/1/25; 1,650 shares on 2/1/26; 1,893 shares on 2/1/27.
(12)
Vesting date of PSUs – 658 shares on 2/1/25; 1,125 shares on 2/1/26; 1,290 shares on 2/1/27.
(13)
Mr. Pauker ceased employment with the Company effective 10/25/24 and forfeited his unvested shares.
Option Exercises and Stock Vested
.
The following table contains information concerning option exercises and the vesting of stock awards for the NEOs during 2024.
2024 Option Exercises and Stock Vested
| OPTION AWARDS | STOCK AWARDS | ||||||||||||||||
|
Name
(a) |
Number of Shares
Acquired on Exercise (#) (b) |
Value Realized
on Exercise ($) (c) |
Number of Shares
Acquired on Vesting (#) (d) |
Value Realized
on Vesting ($) (e) |
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| Lance K. Parker | — | — | 45,608 | $ | 809,790 | ||||||||||||
| Clayton K. Y. Chun | — | — | 12,174 | $ | 212,193 | ||||||||||||
| Meredith J. Ching | — | — | 13,684 | $ | 238,512 | ||||||||||||
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Derek T. Kanehira
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— | — | 5,614 | $ | 97,852 | ||||||||||||
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Scott G. Morita
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— | — | 1,924 | $ | 33,535 | ||||||||||||
| Jeffrey W. Pauker | — | — | 11,915 | $ | 211,637 | ||||||||||||
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There were no outstanding options in 2024.
The value realized in column (e) was calculated based on the market value of AB common stock on the vesting date. No amounts realized upon the vesting of stock have been deferred.
Pension Benefits
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The following table contains information concerning pension benefits for the NEOs under the AB Excess Benefits Plan at the end of 2024.
2024 Pension Benefits
|
Name
(a) |
Plan Name
(b) |
Number of Years Credited Service(1)
(#) (c) |
Present Value of Accumulated Benefit
($) (d) |
Payments During Last Fiscal Year
($) (e) |
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| Lance K. Parker |
AB Excess Benefits Plan
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15.3 | $ | 60,595 | $ | — | ||||||||
| Clayton K. Y. Chun | AB Excess Benefits Plan | — | $ | — | $ | — | ||||||||
| Meredith J. Ching | AB Excess Benefits Plan | 37.6 | $ | 509,928 | $ | — | ||||||||
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Derek T. Kanehira
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AB Excess Benefits Plan | — | $ | — | $ | — | ||||||||
|
Scott G. Morita
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AB Excess Benefits Plan | — | $ | — | $ | — | ||||||||
| Jeffrey W. Pauker | AB Excess Benefits Plan | — | $ | — | $ | — | ||||||||
(1)
Years shown as based on all credited service years under the plan through the plan freeze date as of January 1, 2020.
Actuarial assumptions used to determine the present values of the pension benefits include: Discount rate for the non-qualified retirement plan is 5.26% as of December 31, 2024. Age 62 (or current age, if greater) is the assumed retirement age. As a result of plan termination, qualified plan benefits under the AB Retirement Plan for Salaried Employees were paid to participants or transferred to an insurance company in 2022 and no further benefits are due from the plan.
The Excess Benefits Plan benefits are paid as a lump sum equal to the present value of the traditional defined benefit assumed to be paid on a life annuity basis plus the cash balance account. The present value was determined based on interest rates (with 39% marginal tax rate adjustment) and mortality used in our financial disclosures, i.e., 2.54% (for the first 5 years), 2.90% (next 15 years) and 3.20% (years in excess of 20) applied on a rolling basis, and the Applicable Mortality Table, as defined for lump sum calculations under Section 417(e) of the Internal Revenue Code. The cash balance accounts are projected to the assumed retirement age using 2.15% interest per year (the rate in effect for May 31, 2021 onward) with no future pay credits.
AB Excess Benefits Plan:
The AB Excess Benefits Plan is discussed in the CDA section of this Proxy Statement. Under the pension portion of the Excess Benefits Plan associated with a former tax-qualified defined benefit pension plan, benefits under the traditional defined benefit formula are payable after the executive’s separation from service in a lump sum that is actuarially equivalent to single life annuity form of payment, and the cash balance account is paid as a lump sum. Under the profit sharing portion of the Excess Benefits Plan associated with the former tax-qualified defined benefit pension plan, amounts are credited to executives’ accounts based on achievement of goals, to be payable after the executive’s separation from service.
Two NEOs are eligible to participate in the Excess Benefits Plan as shown in the Pension Benefits table. Effective January 1, 2020, the Company froze benefit accruals under the plan and replaced the benefit under the 2024 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan as described below.
2024 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan:
Under the 2024 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan ("NQDC Plan"), eligible participants, which consists of Mr. Parker, Mr. Chun, and Ms. Ching, receive 3% of their annual eligible compensation in excess of the applicable IRS compensation limit, a discretionary
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gain sharing contribution up to 5% of base salary in excess of the applicable IRS compensation limit based on achievement of goals, and the lesser of 3% of eligible compensation or the applicable IRS deferral limit plan minus the maximum allowable match, including the match on catch-up contributions, under the 401(k) plan. Beginning in 2024, eligible participants, which includes all NEOs, have the option to voluntarily defer salary and bonus on a pretax basis, in excess of the applicable IRS deferral limit.
Account balances under the NQDC Plan will be credited with income, gains and losses based on the performance of investment funds selected by the participant from a selection of funds that are generally the same investment funds available to participants in our 401(k) plan. The amounts credited to participants' deferred accounts and Company excess company contribution accounts are held in a rabbi trust and are at all times 100% vested. During initial enrollment, participants can elect to receive their distribution either in a lump sum or in two to ten year annual installments upon termination. The NQDC Plan allows for future date elections and subject to 409(A) restrictions, participants may change their initial distribution election.
Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation.
The following table contains information concerning non-qualified deferred compensation for the NEOs pursuant to the 2024 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan.
2024 Nonqualified Deferred Compensation
|
Name
(a) |
Executive
Contributions in Last FY ($) (b) |
Registrant
Contributions in Last FY ($)(1) (c) |
Aggregate
Earnings/Loss in Last FY ($)(2) (d) |
Aggregate
Withdrawals/ Distributions ($) (e) |
Aggregate
Balance at Last FYE ($)(1) (f) |
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| Lance K. Parker | $ | — | $ | 70,969 | $ | 22,472 | $ | — | $ | 277,204 | |||||||
| Clayton K. Y. Chun | $ | 20,425 | $ | 30,653 | $ | 12,671 | $ | — | $ | 121,291 | |||||||
| Meredith J. Ching | $ | — | $ | 17,709 | $ | 5,551 | $ | — | $ | 94,945 | |||||||
|
Derek T. Kanehira
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$ | 7,581 | $ | — | $ | 168 | $ | — | $ | 7,750 | |||||||
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Scott G. Morita
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$ | — | $ | — | $ | — | $ | — | $ | — | |||||||
| Jeffrey W. Pauker | $ | 103,109 | $ | — | $ | 4,329 | $ | — | $ | 107,438 | |||||||
(1)
Represents contributions under the 2024 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan earned in the last fiscal year and accrued in the aggregate balance at last FYE and also included in the column (i) All Other Compensation in the 2024 Summary Compensation Table and in prior years to the extent of registrant contributions.
(2)
Represents interest and gains earned on the prior year’s cash account balance.
Other Potential Post-Employment Payments
Change in Control Agreements:
AB has entered into Change in Control Agreements with each of the NEOs that are intended to encourage their continued employment with AB by providing them with greater security in the event of termination of their employment following a change in control of AB and certain terminations prior to a change in control. The Company has adopted a participation policy that extends these agreements to those senior level executives whose employment would be most likely at risk upon a change in control. Each Change in Control Agreement has an initial one-year term and is automatically extended at the end of each term for a successive one-year period, unless terminated by AB. The Change in Control Agreements provide for certain severance benefits if the executive’s employment is terminated by AB without “cause” or by the executive for “good reason” within a specified period following (or prior to) a “Change in Control Event” of AB, in each case as defined in the agreement, as follows: Upon a termination of employment under the above circumstances, the executive will be entitled to receive (i) a lump-sum severance payment equal to two times the sum of the executive’s base salary and target bonus, (ii) pro rata payment at target with respect to outstanding contingent awards for uncompleted performance periods, (iii) a lump sum payment of amounts due the executive under deferred compensation plans, and (iv) an amount equal to the positive spread between the exercise price of outstanding options held by the executive and the fair market value of the underlying shares at the time of termination. In addition, AB will maintain all (or provide similar) life, health and dental insurance benefit plans for the executive’s continued benefit for a period of two years after termination or pay a taxable cash payment equal to the employer cost of providing such benefits. AB will also reimburse executives for individual outplacement counseling services up to $10,000. These are “double trigger”
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agreements under which no payments are made and long-term incentives do not accelerate unless both a change in control and a qualifying termination of employment occurs.
In the event that any amount payable to the executive is deemed under the Internal Revenue Code to be made in connection with a change in control of the Company, and such payments would result in the excise tax imposed on “excess parachute payments” under the Internal Revenue Code, the Change in Control Agreements provide that the executive’s payments will be reduced to an amount that would not result in the imposition of the excise tax, to the extent that such reduction would result in a greater after-tax benefit to the executive. No tax gross-up payments are provided by the Change in Control Agreements.
Executive Severance Plan
:
The Company also maintains the Executive Severance Plan (“Severance Plan”) that covers the NEOs. The Severance Plan continues from year to year, subject to a periodic review by the Compensation Committee. The Severance Plan provides certain severance benefits if a designated executive is involuntarily terminated without “cause,” as defined in the Severance Plan, or laid off from employment as part of a job elimination/restructuring or reduction in force. Upon such termination of employment and execution of a release agreement acceptable to the Company, the executive will be entitled to receive an amount equal to twelve months’ base salary, payable in equal installments over a period of one year, continued payment by the Company of life and disability insurance premiums and COBRA premiums for continued group health plan coverage for a maximum of twelve months, reimbursement for outplacement counseling services and a prorated share of incentive plan awards at target levels under the PIIP/AIP that would have been payable to the executive had he or she remained employed until the end of the applicable performance period.
Voluntary Resignation:
If the executive voluntarily resigns from the Company, no amounts are payable under the Severance Plan or the PIIP/AIP. The executive may be entitled to receive retirement and retiree health and welfare benefits to the extent those benefits have been earned or vested under the provisions of the plans. The executive may have up to three to six months after termination to exercise vested stock options at the time of termination. In addition, the executive would be entitled to any amounts voluntarily deferred (and the earnings accrued) under the tax-qualified AB IDC Plan.
Other benefits, as described in the CDA section of this Proxy Statement, may include accrued, vested benefits under the Qualified Retirement Plan, the Excess Benefits Plan, the Non-Qualified Defined Contribution Plan, and 2024 Amended and Restated Deferred Compensation Plan. See also the Pension Benefits for 2024 table and the 2024 Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Table and accompanying narrative thereunder.
The following tables show the potential value to each executive under various termination-related scenarios, assuming that the termination of employment or other circumstances resulting in payment occurred on December 31, 2024. Mr. Pauker did not receive any severance payments or benefits in connection with his departure from the Company on October 25, 2024.
Executive Termination Scenarios
| Lance K. Parker | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Components |
Change in
Control w/Qualifying Termination |
Termination
w/o Cause(1) |
Termination
w/Cause |
Voluntary
Resignation |
Death | Disability(2) | Retirement(3) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cash Severance | $ | 1,817,295 | $ | 710,000 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Retirement Benefits(4) | $ | 24,069 | $ | 23,258 | $ | 23,258 | $ | 23,258 | $ | 23,258 | --- | Not Yet Eligible | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Health Welfare Benefits | $ | 56,484 | $ | 26,924 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Outplacement Counseling | $ | 10,000 | $ | 10,000 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Long-Term Incentives(5) | $ | 3,689,351 | --- | --- | --- | $ | 2,495,557 | $ | 2,495,557 | $ | 2,495,557 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | $ | 5,597,199 | $ | 770,182 | $ | 23,258 | $ | 23,258 | $ | 2,518,815 | $ | 2,495,557 | $ | 2,495,557 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note: Cash severance under a change in control with qualifying termination has been reduced by $1,235,705 due to best net provisions. In Mr. Parker's case, reducing the payout to avoid the excise tax results in a better net outcome.
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| Clayton K. Y. Chun | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Components |
Change in
Control w/Qualifying Termination |
Termination
w/o Cause(1) |
Termination
w/Cause |
Voluntary
Resignation |
Death | Disability(2) | Retirement(3) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cash Severance | $ | 896,568 | $ | 412,000 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Retirement Benefits(4) | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | Not Yet Eligible | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Health Welfare Benefits | $ | 58,013 | $ | 26,237 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Outplacement Counseling | $ | 10,000 | $ | 10,000 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Long-Term Incentives(5) | $ | 1,163,365 | --- | --- | --- | $ | 798,247 | $ | 798,247 | $ | 798,247 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | $ | 2,127,946 | $ | 448,237 | $ | — | $ | — | $ | 798,247 | $ | 798,247 | $ | 798,247 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note: Cash severance under a change in control with qualifying termination has been reduced by $504,232 due to best net provisions. In Mr. Chun's case, reducing the payout to avoid the excise tax results in a better net outcome.
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| Components |
Change in
Control w/Qualifying Termination |
Termination
w/o Cause(1) |
Termination
w/Cause |
Voluntary
Resignation |
Death | Disability(2) | Retirement(3) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cash Severance | $ | 1,094,511 | $ | 353,068 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Retirement Benefits(4) | $ | (20,681) | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Health Welfare Benefits | $ | 32,986 | $ | 14,517 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Outplacement Counseling | $ | 10,000 | $ | 10,000 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Long-Term Incentives(5) | $ | 514,803 | --- | --- | --- | $ | 349,904 | $ | 349,904 | $ | 349,904 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | $ | 1,631,618 | $ | 377,585 | $ | — | $ | — | $ | 349,904 | $ | 349,904 | $ | 349,904 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Derek T. Kanehira
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| Components |
Change in
Control w/Qualifying Termination |
Termination
w/o Cause(1) |
Termination
w/Cause |
Voluntary
Resignation |
Death | Disability(2) | Retirement(3) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cash Severance | $ | 739,123 | $ | 254,870 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Retirement Benefits(4) | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | Not Yet Eligible | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Health Welfare Benefits | $ | 34,760 | $ | 14,667 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Outplacement Counseling | $ | 10,000 | $ | 10,000 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Long-Term Incentives(5) | $ | 223,619 | --- | --- | --- | $ | 174,597 | $ | 174,597 | $ | 174,597 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | $ | 1,007,502 | $ | 279,537 | $ | — | $ | — | $ | 174,597 | $ | 174,597 | $ | 174,597 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Scott G. Morita
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| Components |
Change in
Control w/Qualifying Termination |
Termination
w/o Cause(1) |
Termination
w/Cause |
Voluntary
Resignation |
Death | Disability(2) | Retirement(3) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cash Severance | $ | 776,306 | $ | 289,224 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Retirement Benefits(4) | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | Not Yet Eligible | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Health Welfare Benefits | $ | 22,192 | $ | 8,044 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Outplacement Counseling | $ | 10,000 | $ | 10,000 | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Long-Term Incentives(5) | $ | 146,515 | --- | --- | --- | $ | 114,494 | $ | 114,494 | $ | 114,494 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | $ | 955,013 | $ | 307,268 | $ | — | $ | — | $ | 114,494 | $ | 114,494 | $ | 114,494 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note: Cash severance under a change in control with qualifying termination has been reduced by $4,598 due to best net provisions. In Mr. Morita's case, reducing the payout to avoid the excise tax results in a better net outcome
(1)
Assumes execution of an acceptable release agreement as provided by the Severance Plan.
(2)
If an NEO is disabled, the executive will continue to accrue credited vesting service as long as he/she is continuously receiving disability benefits under AB’s sickness benefits plan or long-term disability benefit plan. Should the NEO stop receiving disability benefits, the accrual of credited vesting service will cease. Upon the later of attainment of age 65 or the date at which the executive is no longer eligible for disability benefits, the NEO will be entitled to receive a pension benefit based on years of
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credited benefit service and compensation prior to becoming disabled. Credited benefit service shall not include any periods of disability after December 31, 2011.
(3)
Normal retirement is at age 65. An executive with 5 years of service may retire at age 62 with unreduced traditional defined benefit pension benefits. Employees may elect early retirement after attaining age 55 and completing 5 years of service.
(4)
Retirement Benefits figures are incremental to the values shown in the Pension Benefits Table, which uses a different set of assumptions for timing of termination as described in the related narrative.
(5)
Includes the gain on accelerated stock options, if any, and the value of accelerated restricted stock and PSUs. The value of stock awards was determined based on the closing price of AB common stock on December 31, 2024 of $17.74. Pro-rata vesting will apply upon retirement.
(6)
Ms. Ching is age 62 or older and is eligible for unreduced retirement benefits per the Company’s retirement plan. Therefore, benefits upon termination are the same as those shown in the pension benefits table (figures shown in the executive termination table are incremental to those in the pension benefits table). The non-qualified Change in Control (“CIC”) benefits are different as they are calculated based on lump sum assumptions as of the assumed CIC date (as of 12/31/2024).
All amounts shown are lump-sum payments, unless otherwise noted. Assumptions used in the tables above are set forth in the Pension Benefits section, with the exception of non-qualified Change in Control benefits, which were calculated based on lump sum assumptions as of 12/31/2024 (3.40% (first 5 years), 3.45% (next 15 years), and 3.39% (years in excess of 20).
The Excess Benefits Plan benefits are paid, upon termination, as a lump sum equal to the present value of the traditional defined benefit assumed to be paid on a life annuity basis plus the cash balance account. The lump sum conversion was based on interest rates (with 39% marginal tax rate adjustment) and mortality used in our financial disclosures and included in the Pension Benefits section.
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CEO to Median Employee Pay Ratio Information
As required by Section 953(b) of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, and Item 402(u) of Regulation S-K, we are providing information about the relationship of the annual total compensation of our employees and the annual total compensation of our CEO. The pay ratio included in this information is a reasonable estimate calculated in a manner consistent with Item 402(u) of Regulation S-K.
In determining the summary compensation table amount of pay for our CEO and the median employee, management employed the same methodology used for NEOs as set forth in the 2024 Summary Compensation Table, except that the Company’s contribution to employee health plans was also included. As illustrated below, using the Total Pay amounts, AB’s 2024 CEO to median employee pay ratio is 24:1.
CEO to Median Pay Ratio
|
Summary
Compensation Table Amount |
+ |
Company
Contribution to Health Plans |
= | Total Pay | |||||||||||||
| CEO | $ | 4,336,581 | $ | 19,971 | $ | 4,356,552 | |||||||||||
| Median Employee | $ | 163,333 | $ | 20,271 | $ | 183,604 | |||||||||||
As permitted by Item 402(u) of Regulation S-K, for fiscal year 2024 we used the same median employee for the pay ratio as was used for the pay ratio in the Proxy Statement for fiscal year 2023. Our workforce has remained stable since December 2023 and we determined that there are no changes to the employee population or compensation arrangements that would result in a significant change in the pay ratio disclosure.
The median employee was identified using the following steps:
1.
We selected December 31, 2023, as the determination date and collected pay data for those employees who were employed by the Company on this date. We determined that, as of December 31, 2023, our employee population consisted of 104 full-time and part-time employees, with all of these individuals located in the United States.
2.
To identify the "median employee," we selected a consistently applied compensation measure of base salary plus target bonus plus the grant date fair value of long-term incentives granted, as reflected in our payroll records through December 31, 2023. When determining the "median employee," we used annualized values of base salary for all employees who were employed for a partial year.
3.
Once we identified our median employee, we combined all of the elements of such employee’s compensation for 2024 in accordance with the requirements of Item 402(c)(2)(x) of Regulation S-K, resulting in annual total compensation of $163,333.
4.
With respect to the annual total compensation of our CEO, we used the amount reported in the “Total” column (column (j)) of our 2024 Summary Compensation Table included in this Proxy Statement plus the Company contribution to health plans.
The pay ratio is a reasonable estimate calculated based on rules and guidance provided by the SEC. The SEC rules allow for varying methodologies for companies to identify their median employee; and other companies may have different employment and compensation practices and may utilize different methodologies, exclusions, estimates and assumptions in calculating their own pay ratios. Consequently, the pay ratios reported by other companies are unlikely to be relevant or meaningful for purposes of comparison to our pay ratio as reported here.
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Executive Compensation – Pay Versus Performance
As described in the CDA beginning on page
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, our executive compensation programs aim to be competitive with our peers and aligned with our business strategy and corporate objectives. Our compensation philosophy emphasizes a pay for performance culture focused on the long-term interests of our shareholders. We believe that this alignment between executive compensation and shareholder interests will drive corporate performance over time. Additionally, the Company maintains strong governance and pay practices, including meaningful share ownership guidelines for directors and executive officers, clawback policies that apply to short-term cash awards and long-term equity awards, “double trigger” change in control benefits and performance of an annual compensation risk assessment by our Compensation Committee.
For purposes of the following executive compensation disclosures, the individuals listed below are referred to collectively as our "Named Executive Officers" for 2024.
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Lance K. Parker, President and Chief Executive Officer
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Clayton K. Y. Chun, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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Meredith J. Ching, Executive Vice President, External Affairs
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Derek T. Kanehira, Senior Vice President, Human Resources
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Scott G. Morita, Vice President and Corporate Counsel
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Jeffrey W. Pauker, former Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer
Pay Versus Performance
(dollars in thousands, except as indicated)
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Current PEO
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Former PEO
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Average to Non-PEO Named Executive Officers
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Summary
Comp.
Table
Total
(2)
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Comp.
Actually
Paid
(1)
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Summary
Comp.
Table
Total
(2)
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Comp.
Actually
Paid
(1)
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Summary
Comp.
Table
Total
(2)
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Comp.
Actually
Paid
(1)
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Total Shareholder Return (3)
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Peer Group
Total
Shareholder
Return (3)
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Net
Income
(millions)
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CRE
Same-
Store
NOI
Growth (4)
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(b)
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(c)
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(b)
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(c)
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(g)
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2024
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$ |
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$
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N/A
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N/A
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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| 2023 | $ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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| 2022 |
N/A
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N/A
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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| 2021 |
N/A
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N/A
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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% | ||||||||||||||
| 2020 |
N/A
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N/A
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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(
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% | ||||||||||||||
(1)
The following tables set forth the adjustments made to the Summary Compensation Table ("SCT") total compensation during each year represented in the PVP Table to arrive at compensation “actually paid” to our NEOs during each of the years specified in the PVP Table:
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Adjustments to Determining Compensation "Actually Paid" for Current PEO - Lance K. Parker
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| Deduction for Change in the Actuarial Present Values reported under the “Change in Pension Value and Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Earnings” Column of the SCT | $ |
(
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$ |
(
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
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| Deduction for Amounts Reported under the “Stock Awards” Column in the SCT |
(
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(
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
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| Increase for Fair Value of Awards Granted during year that Remain Unvested as of Year end |
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
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| Increase for Fair Value of Awards Granted during year that Vest during year |
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(
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
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| Increase/deduction for Change in Fair Value from prior Year-end to current Year-end of Awards Granted Prior to year that were Outstanding and Unvested as of Year-end |
(
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
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| Increase/deduction for Change in Fair Value from Prior Year-end to Vesting Date of Awards Granted Prior to year that Vested during year |
(
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
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| Increase based on Dividends or Other Earnings Paid during year prior to Vesting Date of Award |
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N/A | N/A | N/A | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Adjustments | $ |
(
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$ |
(
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N/A
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N/A
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N/A
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(dollars in thousands)
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Adjustments to Determining Compensation "Actually Paid" for Former PEO - Christopher J. Benjamin
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2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Deduction for Change in the Actuarial Present Values reported under the “Change in Pension Value and Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Earnings” Column of the SCT |
N/A
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$ |
(
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
(
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| Deduction for Amounts Reported under the “Stock Awards” Column in the SCT |
N/A
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(
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(
|
(
|
(
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| Increase for Fair Value of Awards Granted during year that Remain Unvested as of Year end |
N/A
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| Increase/deduction for Change in Fair Value from prior Year-end to current Year-end of Awards Granted Prior to year that were Outstanding and Unvested as of Year-end |
N/A
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(
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(
|
|
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| Increase/deduction for Change in Fair Value from Prior Year-end to Vesting Date of Awards Granted Prior to year that Vested during year |
N/A
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(
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|
(
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| Deduction of Fair Value of Awards Granted Prior to year that were Forfeited during year |
N/A
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(
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| Increase based on Dividends or Other Earnings Paid during year prior to Vesting Date of Award | N/A |
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N/A
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(
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$ |
(
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$ |
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$ |
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| Adjustments to Determining Compensation "Actually Paid" for Non-PEO NEOs | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Deduction for Change in the Actuarial Present Values reported under the “Change in Pension Value and Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Earnings” Column of the SCT | $ |
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$ |
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$ |
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$ |
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| Deduction for Amounts Reported under the “Stock Awards” Column in the SCT |
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| Increase for Fair Value of Awards Granted during year that Remain Unvested as of Year end |
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| Increase/deduction for Change in Fair Value from prior Year-end to current Year-end of Awards Granted Prior to year that were Outstanding and Unvested as of Year-end |
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| Increase/deduction for Change in Fair Value from Prior Year-end to Vesting Date of Awards Granted Prior to year that Vested during year |
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(
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| Deduction of Fair Value of Awards Granted Prior to year that were Forfeited during year |
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| Increase based on Dividends or Other Earnings Paid during year prior to Vesting Date of Award |
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(2)
For fiscal years 2020 through 2022,
Christopher J. Benjamin
is included as the PEO. For fiscal year 2023,
Lance K. Parker
and Christopher J. Benjamin are included as the Current PEO and Former PEO, respectively. For fiscal year 2024,
Lance K. Parker
is included as the PEO. For fiscal years 2020 and 2021, Lance K. Parker, Meredith J. Ching, Brett A. Brown and Nelson N. S. Chun are included as other NEOs. For fiscal year 2022, Clayton K. Y. Chun, Lance K. Parker, Meredith J. Ching, Jerrod M. Schreck and Brett A. Brown are included as other NEOs. For fiscal year 2023, Clayton K. Y. Chun, Jeffrey W. Pauker, Meredith J. Ching and Jerrod M. Schreck are included as other NEOs. For fiscal year 2024, Clayton K. Y. Chun, Meredith J. Ching, Derek T. Kanehira, Scott G. Morita and Jeffrey W. Pauker are included as other NEOs.
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(3)
TSR is determined based on an initial fixed investment of $100 on December 31, 2019.
The peer group TSR is represented by the FTSE Nareit Equity Shopping Centers index.
(4)
CRE Same-Store NOI Growth is a non-GAAP measure defined as Commercial Real Estate contractually-based operating revenue that is realizable (i.e., assuming collectability is deemed probable) less the direct property-related operating expenses paid or payable in cash. The calculation of NOI excludes the impact of depreciation and amortization (e.g., depreciation related to capitalized costs for improved properties, other capital expenditures for building/area improvements and tenant space improvements, as well as amortization of leasing commissions); straight-line lease adjustments (including amortization of lease incentives); amortization of favorable/unfavorable lease assets/liabilities; lease termination income; interest and other income (expense), net; selling, general, administrative and other expenses (not directly associated with the property); and impairment of commercial real estate assets. Refer to the
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
section in this Proxy Statement for additional information.
The PVP table shows the relationship between Compensation Actually Paid and our performance as measured by TSR (both on an absolute basis and in relation to the FTSE Nareit Equity Shopping Centers index), Net Income and CRE Same-Store NOI Growth. The following charts describe the link between performance of each of these metrics and compensation actually paid for the years ending in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.
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| Most Important Company Performance Measures for Determining NEO Compensation | ||
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Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
NOI is a non-GAAP measure used internally in evaluating the unlevered performance of the Company's Commercial Real Estate portfolio. Management believes NOI provides useful information to investors regarding the Company's financial condition and results of operations because it reflects only the contract-based income and cash-based
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expense items that are incurred at the property level. When compared across periods, NOI can be used to determine trends in earnings of the Company's properties as this measure is not affected by non-contract-based revenue (e.g., straight-line lease adjustments required under GAAP); by non-cash expense recognition items (e.g., the impact of depreciation and amortization expense or impairments); or by other income, expenses, gains, or losses that do not directly relate to the Company's ownership and operations of the properties (e.g., indirect selling, general, administrative and other expenses, as well as lease termination income). Management believes the exclusion of these items from operating profit (loss) is useful because the resulting measure captures the contract-based revenue that is realizable (i.e., assuming collectability is deemed probable) and the direct property-related expenses paid or payable in cash that are incurred in operating the Company's Commercial Real Estate portfolio, as well as trends in occupancy rates, rental rates and operating costs. NOI should not be viewed as a substitute for, or superior to, financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP.
NOI represents total Commercial Real Estate contract-based operating revenue that is realizable (i.e., assuming collectability is deemed probable) less the direct property-related operating expenses paid or payable in cash. The calculation of NOI excludes the impact of depreciation and amortization (e.g., depreciation related to capitalized costs for improved properties, other capital expenditures for building/area improvements and tenant space improvements, as well as amortization of leasing commissions); straight-line lease adjustments (including amortization of lease incentives); amortization of favorable/unfavorable lease assets/liabilities; lease termination income; interest and other income (expense), net; selling, general, administrative and other expenses (not directly associated with the property); and impairment of commercial real estate assets.
The Company also reports NOI on a Same-Store basis, which includes the results of properties that were owned, operated, and stabilized for the entirety of the prior calendar year and current reporting period, year-to-date. The Same-Store pool excludes properties under development, and properties acquired or sold during either of the comparable reporting periods. The Same-Store pool may also exclude properties that are fully or partially taken out of service for the purpose of redevelopment or repositioning. Management judgment is involved in the classification of properties for exclusion from the same-store pool when they are no longer considered stabilized due to redevelopment or other factors. Properties are moved into the Same-Store pool after one full calendar year of stabilized operation.
Management believes that reporting on a Same-Store basis provides investors with additional information regarding the operating performance of comparable assets separate from other factors (such as the effect of developments, redevelopments, acquisitions or dispositions).
The Company’s methods of calculating non-GAAP measures may differ from methods employed by other companies and thus may not be comparable to such other companies.
A reconciliation of Commercial Real Estate operating profit to NOI, Same-Store NOI and Non-Same Store NOI follows:
| Year Ended | ||||||||
|
(In millions)
|
2024
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2023
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|
Commercial Real Estate Operating Profit
|
$ | 89.4 | $ | 81.2 | ||||
| Adjustments: | ||||||||
| Depreciation and amortization | 36.1 | 36.5 | ||||||
| Straight-line lease adjustments | (2.7) | (5.1) | ||||||
| Favorable/(unfavorable) lease amortization | (0.4) | (1.1) | ||||||
| Termination fees and other | (0.3) | (0.1) | ||||||
| Interest and other income (expense), net | (0.2) | 0.1 | ||||||
| Impairment of assets | 0.3 | 4.8 | ||||||
| Selling, general and administrative | 5.4 | 7.0 | ||||||
| NOI | $ | 127.6 | $ | 123.3 | ||||
| Less: NOI from acquisitions, dispositions and other adjustments | (1.1) | (0.5) | ||||||
| Same-store NOI | $ | 126.5 | $ | 122.8 | ||||
|
Same-store NOI Growth
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Funds from operations (“FFO”) is a widely used supplemental non-GAAP financial measure of REITs' operating performance. FFO is computed in accordance with standards established by the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (“Nareit”) and is calculated as follows: net income (loss) available to AB common shareholders (calculated in accordance with GAAP), excluding (1) depreciation and amortization related to real estate, (2) gains and losses from the sale of certain real estate assets, (3) gains and losses from change in control, (4) impairment write-downs of certain real estate assets and investments in entities when the impairment is directly attributable to decreases in the value of depreciable real estate held by the entity, and (5) income (loss) from discontinued operations related to legacy business operations.
Management believes that FFO serves as a supplemental measure to net income calculated in accordance with GAAP for comparing its performance and operations to those of other REITs because it excludes items included in net income that do not relate to or are not indicative of the Company’s operating and financial performance, such as depreciation and amortization related to real estate, which assumes that the value of real estate assets diminishes predictably over time instead of fluctuating with market conditions, and items that can make periodic or peer analysis more difficult, such as gains and losses from the sale of CRE properties, impairment losses related to CRE properties, and income (loss) from discontinued operations. Management believes that FFO more accurately provides an investor an indication of our ability to incur and service debt, make capital expenditures and fund other needs.
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|
2024
|
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| Net Income (Loss) available to AB common shareholders | $ | 60.5 | |||
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Adjustments:
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| Depreciation and amortization of commercial real estate properties | 36.1 | ||||
| Gain on the disposal of commercial real estate properties, net | (0.1) | ||||
| (Income) loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes | 3.5 | ||||
| FFO | $ | 100.0 | |||
|
Weighted average diluted shares outstanding
|
72.8 | ||||
|
FFO per diluted share
|
$ | 1.37 | |||
PROPOSAL NO. 2: ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Shareholders are being asked to vote to approve, on a non-binding, advisory basis, the compensation of our NEOs.
AB’s compensation philosophy is to drive the Company’s performance and further shareholder interests through a compensation program that attracts, motivates and retains outstanding executives, and rewards outstanding performance. The CDA section of this Proxy Statement discusses our policies and procedures that implement our compensation philosophy. Highlights of our compensation program include the following:
•
Executive compensation is closely aligned with performance. In 2024, 81 percent of the CEO's target total direct compensation was variable and performance-based, and 59 percent of the other NEOs’ target total direct compensation was variable and performance-based. The ratio of variable compensation is consistent with market practices.
•
The Company remains committed to responsible pay practices and has adopted policies that are representative of best practices, including an SEC- and NYSE-compliant clawback policy that applies to all senior management and a policy prohibiting hedging and other speculative transactions involving Company stock. The Compensation Committee is focused on continuous improvement in executive compensation practices and policies to ensure alignment between pay and performance, as well as implementation of best practices. This includes, but is not limited to, such practices as adopting a 50
th
percentile target compensation philosophy, using multiple performance metrics and multi-year equity vesting, only "double trigger" vesting on equity grants in the event of a change in control, reasonable change-in-control agreements, protocols for an annual pay risk assessment, meaningful stock ownership guidelines, and no guaranteed bonuses, change-in-control gross-ups or stock option repricing. In 2024, the average total direct compensation for NEOs was at approximately the 50
th
percentile of market.
•
The executive compensation program generally reflected above-target performance by the Company in 2024. PIIP and AIP awards ranged between 144% and 190%.
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•
The actual performance level attained for the 2022 PSU grants covering the performance period of 2022—2024 was at approximately the 36th percentile on a blended basis relative to the FTSE Nareit All-Equity REITs Index and the Selected Peer Group indices, which resulted in an earnout of 47% of the performance shares awarded with a three-year performance horizon.
The following resolution is being submitted for a shareholder advisory vote at the Annual Meeting:
“RESOLVED, that the Company’s shareholders approve, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the named executive officers, as disclosed in the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders pursuant to the compensation disclosure rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Compensation Discussion and Analysis, the 2024 Summary Compensation Table and the other related tables and disclosure.”
Although the advisory vote is non-binding, the Compensation Committee and the Board will review the results of the vote and consider them in future determinations concerning our executive compensation program.
The Board of Directors recommends that shareholders vote FOR the approval of the resolution relating to executive compensation.
PROPOSAL NO. 3: ADVISORY VOTE ON FREQUENCY OF FUTURE ADVISORY VOTES ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Shareholders are being asked to vote on the frequency they prefer for future advisory votes on executive compensation. Shareholders may choose from the following four options: whether they want an advisory vote on executive compensation every one, two or three years, or to abstain from voting on the matter.
Our Board of Directors has determined that an annual advisory vote on executive compensation will allow our shareholders to provide timely, direct input on the Company’s executive compensation philosophy, policies and practices as disclosed in the proxy statement each year. The Board believes that an annual vote is consistent with the Company’s efforts to engage in an ongoing dialogue with shareholders on executive compensation and corporate governance matters.
Although the advisory vote is non-binding, the Compensation Committee and the Board will review the results of the vote and consider them in future determinations concerning the frequency of advisory votes on our executive compensation.
The Board of Directors recommends that shareholders vote for an annual vote as the preferred frequency for advisory votes on executive compensation.
Please note that your vote as a shareholder on this item is not a vote to approve or disapprove the Board’s recommendation.
AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORT
The Audit Committee provides assistance to the Board of Directors in fulfilling its obligations with respect to matters involving the accounting, auditing, financial reporting, internal control and legal compliance functions of AB, including the review and approval of all related person transactions required to be disclosed in this Proxy Statement. Among other things, the Audit Committee reviews and discusses with management and Deloitte Touche LLP, AB’s independent registered public accounting firm, the results of the year-end audit of AB, including the auditors’ report and audited financial statements. In this context, the Audit Committee has reviewed and discussed AB’s audited financial statements with management, has discussed with Deloitte Touche LLP the matters required to be discussed by applicable Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and SEC rules and, with and without management present, has discussed and reviewed the results of the independent registered public accounting firm’s audit of the financial statements.
The Audit Committee has received the written communication regarding independence from Deloitte Touche LLP required under the rules of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the SEC, and has discussed with Deloitte Touche LLP its independence from AB. The Audit Committee has determined that the provision of non-
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audit services rendered by Deloitte Touche LLP to AB is compatible with maintaining the independence of Deloitte Touche LLP from AB in the conduct of its auditing function.
Based on the review and discussions referred to above, the Audit Committee recommended to the Board of Directors that AB’s audited consolidated financial statements be included in AB’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 for filing with the SEC. The Audit Committee also has appointed, subject to shareholder ratification, Deloitte Touche LLP as AB’s independent registered public accounting firm for 2025.
The foregoing report is submitted by Mr. Pasquale (Chairman), Ms. Laing, Mr. Leong and Mr. Yeaman.
PROPOSAL NO. 4: RATIFICATION OF APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
The Audit Committee of the Board of Directors is responsible for the appointment, compensation, retention and oversight of our independent registered public accounting firm. The Audit Committee also conducts an annual evaluation of the independent registered public accounting firm. After evaluating, among other things, qualifications, performance and independence of Deloitte Touche LLP, the Audit Committee has appointed Deloitte Touche LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm of AB for the ensuing year, and recommends that shareholders vote in favor of ratifying such appointment. Although ratification of this appointment is not required by law, the Board believes that it is desirable as a matter of corporate governance. Even if the appointment is ratified, the Audit Committee in its discretion may select a different independent registered public accounting firm at any time if it determines that such a change would be in our best interests and those of our shareholders. If shareholders do not ratify the appointment of Deloitte Touche LLP, it will be considered as a recommendation to the Board and the Audit Committee to consider the retention of a different firm. Representatives of Deloitte Touche LLP are expected to be present at the Annual Meeting, where they will have the opportunity to make a statement if they desire to do so and will be available to respond to appropriate questions from shareholders.
In compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and applicable SEC rules, the Audit Committee has adopted policies and procedures for Audit Committee approval of audit and non-audit services. Under such policies and procedures, the Audit Committee pre-approves or has delegated to the Chairman of the Audit Committee authority to pre-approve all audit and non-prohibited, non-audit services performed by the independent registered public accounting firm in order to assure that such services do not impair the auditor’s independence. Any additional proposed services or costs exceeding pre-approved cost levels require additional pre-approval as described above. The Audit Committee may delegate pre-approval authority to one or more of its members for services not to exceed a specific dollar amount per engagement. Requests for pre-approval include a description of the services to be performed, the fees to be charged and the expected dates that the services will be performed. All services provided by Deloitte Touche LLP during 2023 were pre-approved in accordance with these policies.
For the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, professional services were performed by Deloitte Touche LLP (including affiliates) for AB as follows:
Audit Fees
.
The aggregate fees billed for the audit of the Company’s annual consolidated financial statements, including Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 attestation-related work, for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, the reviews of the interim financial statements included in the Company’s Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and consents for SEC registration statements were approximately $1,239,200 and $1,777,500, respectively.
Audit-Related Fees.
The aggregate fees billed for Audit-Related services, including comfort letters, for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 were approximately $150,000 and $60,000, respectively.
Tax Fees
.
The aggregate fees billed for professional tax services for fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 were approximately $0.
All Other Fees
.
The aggregate fees billed for other services for fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 were approximately $0.
SHAREHOLDERS WITH THE SAME ADDRESS
Individual shareholders sharing an address with one or more other shareholders may elect to “household” the mailing of the Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials or our annual report and proxy statement. This means that only one Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials or our annual report and proxy statement will be sent to that
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address unless one or more shareholders at that address specifically elect to receive separate mailings. Shareholders who participate in householding will continue to receive separate proxy cards. We will promptly send a separate Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials or our annual report and proxy statement to a shareholder at a shared address on request. Shareholders with a shared address may also request us to send separate Notices of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials or our annual reports and proxy statements in the future, or to send a single copy in the future if we are currently sending multiple copies to the same address.
Requests related to householding should be mailed to Alexander Baldwin, Inc., P.O. Box 3440, Honolulu, HI 96801-3440, Attn: Alyson J. Nakamura, Corporate Secretary, or by calling (808) 525-8450. If you are a shareholder whose shares are held by a bank, broker or other nominee, you can request information about householding from your bank, broker or other nominee.
OTHER BUSINESS
The Board of Directors of AB knows of no other business to be presented for shareholder action at the Annual Meeting. However, should matters other than those included in this Proxy Statement properly come before the Annual Meeting, the proxy holders named in the accompanying proxy will use their best judgment in voting upon them.
SHAREHOLDER PROPOSALS FOR 2026
Proposals of shareholders intended to be presented pursuant to Rule 14a-8 under the Exchange Act at the 2026 Annual Meeting of AB must be received at the headquarters of AB on or before November 11, 2025 in order to be considered for inclusion in the year 2026 Proxy Statement and proxy.
In order for proposals of shareholders made outside of Rule 14a-8 under the Exchange Act to be considered “timely” within the meaning of Rule 14a-4(c) under the Exchange Act, such proposals must be received at the headquarters of AB not later than December 23, 2025. AB’s Bylaws require that shareholder proposals made outside of Rule 14a-8 or a notice of nomination of candidates for election as a director must be submitted to our Corporate Secretary at 822 Bishop Street, Honolulu, HI 96813, in accordance with the requirements of the Bylaws, not later than December 23, 2025 and not earlier than November 23, 2025.
The Company’s Bylaws provide that no person (other than a person nominated by the Board) will be eligible to be elected a director at an annual meeting of shareholders unless the Corporate Secretary has received, not less than 120 days nor more than 150 days before the anniversary date of the prior annual meeting, a written shareholder’s notice in proper form that the person’s name be placed in nomination. If the annual meeting is not called for a date which is within 25 days of the anniversary date of the prior annual meeting, a shareholder’s notice must be given not later than 10 days after the date on which notice of the annual meeting was mailed or public disclosure of the date of the annual meeting was made, whichever occurs first. To be in proper written form, a shareholder’s notice must include information about each nominee and the shareholder making the nomination. The notice also must be accompanied by a written consent of each proposed nominee to being named as a nominee and to serve as a director if elected.
In addition to satisfying the foregoing requirements under our Bylaws relating to nominations of director candidates, including the deadline for written notice, to comply with the SEC's “universal proxy rules,” stockholders who intend to solicit proxies in support of director nominees other than the Company’s nominees at the 2026 Annual Meeting in compliance with Rule 14a-19 promulgated under the Exchange Act must provide written notice containing the information required by Rule 14a-19(b) to our Corporate Secretary at 822 Bishop Street, Honolulu, HI 96813 no later than February 21, 2026.
By Order of the Board of Directors
ALYSON J. NAKAMURA
Vice President and Corporate Secretary
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