James  Lyski net worth and biography

James Lyski Biography and Net Worth

CMO of CarMax

As executive vice president, chief marketing officer, Jim Lyski is responsible for leading CarMax’s marketing and product organizations and innovating new ways to deliver an exceptional experience to both customers and associates. He oversees all aspects of the company’s strategy, marketing, branding and product management. Mr. Lyski has been instrumental in the company’s massive transformation into a digital retailer which offers a personalized customer experience that is fundamentally different and unmatched in the automotive industry. Under his leadership, CarMax also launched an industry-leading, signature customer experience – Love Your Car Guarantee.

For more than 20 years, Mr. Lyski has led brand management, marketing strategy and enterprise analytics for national consumer and B2B brands. With a focus on product development and innovation, he has successfully led several companies through digital transformation initiatives. Prior to joining CarMax in 2014, Mr. Lyski served as CMO for The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, a global leader in the lawn care industry, where he was accountable for all marketing and product innovations. Prior to Scotts, he was CMO at Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company where he led the company’s digital transformation to offering online insurance products. In addition, Mr. Lyski has held marketing leadership positions at Cigna Healthcare Inc. and FedEx Corporation.

A sought-after thought leader, Mr. Lyski has been quoted in national publications such as Forbes Magazine and Bloomberg. He received his Master of Business Administration in marketing and Bachelor of Science in journalism and advertising from the University of Oregon.

What is James Lyski's net worth?

The estimated net worth of James Lyski is at least $1.59 million as of January 2nd, 2025. Mr. Lyski owns 22,803 shares of CarMax stock worth more than $1,593,633 as of March 14th. This net worth approximation does not reflect any other investments that Mr. Lyski may own. Additionally, Mr. Lyski receives an annual salary of $1,130,000.00 as CMO at CarMax. Learn More about James Lyski's net worth.

How old is James Lyski?

Mr. Lyski is currently 61 years old. There are 7 older executives and no younger executives at CarMax. Learn More on James Lyski's age.

What is James Lyski's salary?

As the CMO of CarMax, Inc., Mr. Lyski earns $1,130,000.00 per year. There are 2 executives that earn more than Mr. Lyski. The highest earning executive at CarMax is Mr. William D. Nash, President, CEO & Director, who commands a salary of $2,930,000.00 per year. Learn More on James Lyski's salary.

How do I contact James Lyski?

The corporate mailing address for Mr. Lyski and other CarMax executives is 12800 TUCKAHOE CREEK PARKWAY, RICHMOND VA, 23238. CarMax can also be reached via phone at (804) 747-0422 and via email at investor_relations@carmax.com. Learn More on James Lyski's contact information.

Has James Lyski been buying or selling shares of CarMax?

Over the course of the past ninety days, James Lyski has sold $4,717,161.10 in CarMax stock. Most recently, James Lyski sold 57,986 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Thursday, January 2nd. The shares were sold at an average price of $81.35, for a transaction totalling $4,717,161.10. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president now directly owns 22,803 shares of the company's stock, valued at $1,855,024.05. Learn More on James Lyski's trading history.

Who are CarMax's active insiders?

CarMax's insider roster includes Ronald Blaylock (Director), Diane Cafritz (SVP), Jon Daniels (SVP), Thomas Folliard (Director), Edwin Hill (COO), Jill Livesay (VP), James Lyski (CMO), Eric Margolin (EVP), Enrique Mayor-Mora (CFO), Shamim Mohammad (EVP), William Nash (CEO), Darren Newberry (SVP), Thomas Reedy, Jr. (EVP), and Charles Wilson (SVP). Learn More on CarMax's active insiders.

Are insiders buying or selling shares of CarMax?

During the last twelve months, insiders at the sold shares 16 times. They sold a total of 465,066 shares worth more than $37,876,189.21. The most recent insider tranaction occured on January, 28th when SVP Tyler Tuite sold 4,869 shares worth more than $411,820.02. Insiders at CarMax own 1.7% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at CarMax.

Information on this page was last updated on 1/28/2025.

James Lyski Insider Trading History at CarMax

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James Lyski Buying and Selling Activity at CarMax

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CarMax Company Overview

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CarMax, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a retailer of used vehicles and related products in the United States. It operates in two segments: CarMax Sales Operations and CarMax Auto Finance. The CarMax Sales Operations segment offers customers a range of makes and models of used vehicles, including domestic, imported, and luxury vehicles, as well as hybrid and electric vehicles; used vehicle auctions; extended protection plans to customers at the time of sale; and reconditioning and vehicle repair services. The CarMax Auto Finance segment provides financing alternatives for retail customers across a range of credit spectrum and arrangements with various financial institutions. The company was founded in 1993 and is based in Richmond, Virginia.
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Today's Range

Now: $69.89
Low: $69.29
High: $70.54

50 Day Range

MA: $81.77
Low: $69.18
High: $89.28

2 Week Range

Now: $69.89
Low: $65.83
High: $91.25

Volume

1,958,961 shs

Average Volume

1,886,069 shs

Market Capitalization

$10.75 billion

P/E Ratio

23.69

Dividend Yield

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Beta

1.76