golden parachute

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Nolan, who’d led AveXis for less than three years, walked away with over $190 million; according to a financial filing, his payout included a golden parachute worth almost $65 million.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2025

Upon his retirement, CNN reported Calhoun’s golden parachute will be worth about $45 million in stock awards and options that vest over time.

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2024

Facing problems he caused from all directions, Snyder has the chance to escape on a golden parachute.

From Washington Post • Nov. 3, 2022

Musk is trying to get out of paying senior executives’ golden parachute deals.

From New York Times • Nov. 1, 2022

“Look, corporate America is one thing, CEOs get the golden parachute all the time,” one former staffer told me.

From Slate • Sep. 23, 2021