base salary

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In 2015, only 2% of chief communications officers told Korn Ferry that they earned a base salary in its survey’s highest bracket at the time, which ranged from $625,000 to $800,000.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Tyson said Schomburger will receive an annual base salary of $1.6 million as CEO, along with an annual bonus with a target of 200% of his base pay.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Be clear about total compensation — base salary, bonuses and equity — alongside savings and retirement account info.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

SEW chief executive David Hinton - who earns a base salary of £400,000 and received a £115,000 bonus last year - has faced multiple calls to resign over what happened.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Everyone is also entitled to performance bonuses that allow them to earn, in certain cases, the equivalent of 100 percent of their base salary.

From "The World Is Flat" by Thomas L. Friedman