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James M. Wells III 2009 compensation
In 2009, James M. Wells III earned $5,829,902 working for SunTrust Banks Inc. as Chairman and CEO .
How James M. Wells III’s salary breaks down
| Base salary | Bonus & non-equity incentives | Stock & option grants | All other |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,077,300 | — | $4,628,645 | $123,957 |
Total: $5,829,902
With $5,829,902, you could buy:
| ½ personal jet* | 43¼ houses* | 75¾ luxury SUVs* |
|---|
Other years:
- $8,091,887 working for SunTrust Banks Inc. as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer in 2008.
- $4,610,877 working for SunTrust Banks Inc. as President and CEO in 2007.
- $3,991,486 working for SunTrust Banks Inc. as President and Chief Operating Officer in 2006.
* Calculations based on the following estimates: $9,460,000 for a personal jet, $135,000 for the median price of a metro Atlanta home, $76,905 for a luxury SUV.

