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Why is Steve Burke stepping down?

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Rachel Hernandez

Updated on March 31, 2026

Burke, 61, plans to relinquish his position when his contract expires in August, after the Tokyo Olympics, three people familiar with the plan said. They declined to be named because they were not authorized to speak on the matter. Mr. Burke could also step aside before August, two of the people said.

Also question is, how much does Steve Burke make?

Burke received a base salary of $2.96 million last year, and saw his stock awards, non-equity incentive plan and other compensation remain constant, while his option awards fell to $5.3 million in 2018, compared to $15.3 million a year earlier. Burke made $46.0 million in 2016 and $33.6 million in 2015.

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61 years (August 14, 1958)

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