Walt Bettinger

Walt Bettinger served as Chief Executive Officer of the company and a member of the board since 2008, also serving as Co-Chairman since 2022 and served as President of the company from 2008 until 2021. He also serves as Co-Chairman of Charles Schwab Bank, SSB and as a trustee of The Charles Schwab Family of Funds, Schwab Investments, Schwab Capital Trust, Schwab Annuity Portfolios, Laudus Trust, and Schwab Strategic Trust, all registered investment companies managed by an affiliate of the company.

He also served as Chief Operating Officer from 2007 until 2008, Executive Vice President and President – Schwab Investor Services from 2005 until 2007, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer – Individual Investor Enterprise from 2004 until 2005, Executive Vice President and President – Corporate Services from 2002 until 2004, and Executive Vice President and President – Retirement Plan Services from 2000 until 2002. Bettinger joined the company in 1995 as part of the acquisition of The Hampton Company, which he founded in 1983. Bettinger is a nominee for election this year.

Bettinger has significant financial services experience, having served in a senior executive role overseeing sales, service, marketing, and operations for more than 40 years. As Chief Executive Officer of the company, Bettinger works closely with the board in evaluating and enhancing the strategic position of the company.