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Get UEIC alertsPaul Arling is recorded as CEO at Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC). The newest filing on record that lists Paul Arling as CEO at Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) is dated April 8, 2026. Universal Electronics Inc reported in an 8-K filed May 5, 2025 that Paul Arling retired as Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2025. Universal Electronics Inc reported in an 8-K filed March 21, 2025 that Paul Arling retired as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 30, 2025. Universal Electronics Inc reported in an 8-K filed March 21, 2025 that Paul Arling retired as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 30, 2025. The proxy statement of Universal Electronics Inc reports total compensation of $818,173 for Paul Arling in fiscal 2025, including a base salary of $392,654. Disclosed compensation is on record for 9 fiscal years. Paul Arling has spoken on 15 earnings calls across 1 company, most recently for Universal Electronics Inc on February 20, 2025. Universal Electronics Inc is classified in the Consumer Electronics industry within the Technology sector. Other leadership on record at Universal Electronics Inc includes Richard Carnifax (CEO), Richard K. Carnifax (CEO), Wade M. Jenke (CEO and CFO) and 7 others.
“In connection with the retirement of Paul D. Arling as the Company's Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2025, Bryan M. Hackworth, the Company's Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer assumed the role of the Company's principal executive officer.”
“Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI) (NASDAQ: UEIC), the global leader in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices, announced that Paul Arling will retire as Chief Executive Officer on April 30, 2025.”
“I'm excited to report in Q4 2024, our team's efforts delivered sales growth of 13% and improved EPS by $0.24 per share compared to the fourth quarter a year ago.”
“As projected, our customer product development and footprint optimization initiatives are beginning to deliver growth and profitability. Q3 2024 net sales were $102 million, solidly within guidance.”
“Our innovative wireless control solutions and patented technologies continue to capture design wins from major global household brands in both the connected home and the home entertainment markets.”
“Our vision to connect the home and our mission to create smarter living are coming to fruition. We are building for a better future and made significant progress transforming UEI during 2023.”
“UEI's technology and products continue to help everyday people easily discover and interact with the devices and services in their home. We are the clear leader in this area, as evidenced by our growing list of customers in home automation, climate control, security and even home entertainment.”
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Last confirmed April 8, 2026
Start not stated–2025-05-01
Consumer Electronics · Technology
CEO
Compensation components disclosed in company proxy statements. Amounts are nominal USD; total is the company-reported figure.
| Fiscal year | Company | Role | Salary | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) | Former Chief Executive Officer | $392,654 | $818,173 |
| 2024 | Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) | Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer | $830,000 | $1,334,010 |
| 2023 | Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) | Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer | $830,000 | $3,658,735 |
| 2022 | Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) | Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer | $830,000 | $2,957,200 |
| 2021 | Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) | Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer | $830,000 | $2,956,910 |
| 2020 | Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) | Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer | $830,000 | $3,592,645 |
| 2019 | Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) | Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer | $830,000 | $3,816,245 |
| 2018 | Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) | Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer | $830,000 | $2,353,020 |
| 2017 | Universal Electronics Inc (UEIC) | Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer | $830,000 | $2,352,651 |