Ward N. Lyke
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About Ward N. Lyke
Earlier roles on record: CFO at Mays J W Inc (MAYS) until September 25, 2026. Mays J W Inc reported in an 8-K filed July 31, 2026 that Ward N. Lyke resigned as Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer, effective September 25, 2026. The proxy statement of Mays J W Inc reports total compensation of $373,060 for Ward N. Lyke in fiscal 2025, including a base salary of $316,000. Disclosed compensation is on record for 6 fiscal years.
“On July 30, 2026, J.W. Mays, Inc. (the "Company") entered into a transition agreement with Ward Lyke, Jr. (the "Transition Agreement"), which provides for, among other things, the continued employment of Mr. Lyke as Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer through September 25, 2026 (the "Separation Date"), at which time Mr. Lyke will step down from such role and resign from the Company.”
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Affiliation history
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Start not stated–2026-09-25
Company network
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Executive compensation
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| Fiscal year | Company | Role | Salary | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Mays J W Inc (MAYS) | Vice President, Chief Financial Officer (A) | $316,000 | $373,060 |
| 2024 | Mays J W Inc (MAYS) | Vice President, Chief Financial Officer (A) | $296,522 | $376,029 |
| 2023 | Mays J W Inc (MAYS) | Vice President, Chief Financial Officer (A) | $273,550 | $348,133 |
| 2022 | Mays J W Inc (MAYS) | Vice President and | $260,478 | $332,609 |
| 2021 | Mays J W Inc (MAYS) | Vice President and | $250,253 | $320,597 |
| 2020 | Mays J W Inc (MAYS) | Vice President and Assistant Treasurer | $244,879 | $316,165 |
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