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First Horizon CEO Jordan enters new 5-year employment agreement with increased compensation
FIRST HORIZON CORP
- CEO D. Bryan Jordan signs 5-year term through Aug 3, 2028; annual base salary raised ~6% to $1,125,000.
- Long-term incentive target raised from 400% to 450% of salary starting 2024; special $5M equity award (60% PSUs, 40% RSUs) with 5-year cliff vesting.
- Prior change-in-control severance agreement terminated; replaced by Executive CIC Severance Plan at 3x benefit multiple, eliminating tax gross-up.
- Mandatory retirement policy waived during term; non-solicitation, confidentiality, and non-disparagement covenants apply.