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Exelon’s Purpose:
Powering a cleaner and brighter future
for our customers and communities

We are collaborating with national labs, leading universities, start-ups, venture funds and corporations in the development of new technologies to transform the way we produce and use energy.
We will continue to advocate for the economic and environmental health of our communities.

Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This proxy statement contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties. The factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements made by Exelon Corporation include those factors discussed herein, as well as (1) the items discussed in Exelon’s 2019 Annual Report on Form 10-K in (a) ITEM 1A. Risk Factors, (b) ITEM 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and (c) ITEM 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data: Note 23 and (2) other factors discussed in filings with the SEC by Exelon. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this proxy statement. Exelon does not undertake any obligation to publicly release any revision to its forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this proxy statement.


Photo Credit: National Labs

Exelon, our family of companies, the Exelon Foundation and our employees set an Exelon record in corporate philanthropy and volunteerism, committingmore than $52 million to nonprofits and volunteering 210,000 hours.

In 2017, we were named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexfor the 12th consecutive year.



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Outstanding Equity Awards at Year End58
Option Exercises and Stock Vested59
Pension Benefits59
Deferred Compensation Programs61
Potential Payments upon Termination or Change in Control62
CEO Pay Ratio67
Approval of 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan68
Proposal 4
2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan68
Ownership of Exelon Stock75
Stock Ownership of Directors and Executive Officers75
Other Significant Owners of Exelon Stock76
Additional Information77
Shareholder Proposals for 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders77
Director Nominations for 202177
Availability of Corporate Documents78
Frequently Asked Questions79
Appendix82
2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan82
Definitions of Non-GAAP Measures96
Categorical Standards of Independence97
Acronyms Used98

New in this Year’s Proxy Statement

Letter from our Board of Directorspage 2
Enhanced disclosure about our environmental sustainability effortspage 10
Enhanced disclosure about our approach to human capital managementpage 11
An updated skills matrixpage 15
Biographical information about one new independent directorpage 21
Disclosure about Board Diversity and Board Refreshmentpage 25
Disclosures about changes to executive compensation for 2020page 52
Also see “Acronyms Used” at Appendix D for a guide to the acronyms used throughout our proxy statement.

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Letter from the Board of Directors
to our Shareholders

March 18, 2020

Dear Fellow Shareholders,

As your directors, we actively engage in the oversight of Exelon’s business and strategies, capital and risk management, governance, executive compensation design and succession planning, and environmental stewardship.

Our objectives are to support Exelon’s ability to operate at world-class levels, execute on its strategies and meet its commitments to our shareholders, employees, customers and communities.

Key Board actions and achievements
Our corporate governance practices and structures informed the following actions and developments this past year.

Continued work to refresh Board
A continuing focus of the Board, as well as our investors, has been on board composition matters. Our Corporate Governance Committee has been actively engaged in planning for changes to our Board’s composition as a result of our mandatory retirement policy and in light of other departures. The Committee’s focus has been on ensuring critical skill sets and experiences are maintained, while also ensuring the diverse attributes of the Board’s overall composition are enhanced.

Maintained effective executive compensation program
Our Compensation and Leadership Development Committee actively monitors the effectiveness of the executive compensation program design, as informed by investor input and results of our annual say on pay vote. Our say on pay vote item has been supported by an average of 90% for the past three years.

That said, the Committee updated the terms of the senior management severance plan, incentive awards and change-in-control benefits to align better with market practices andfurther enhance the effectiveness and transparency of Exelon’s program design. The changes are more fully discussed in the Compensation Discussion and Analysis section of the proxy.

Oversight of response to government inquiries
Exelon and its Illinois-based utility, Commonwealth Edison, have been cooperating fully with requests made in two subpoenas from the U.S. Attorney’s office for the Northern District of Illinois and a request from the Securities and Exchange Commission. Authorities have sought information about, among other things, the companies’ Illinois lobbying practices and communications with certain Illinois public officials. We’ve pledged full and continuing cooperation.

We formed a Special Oversight Committee of independent directors to oversee an investigation into these matters and Exelon’s cooperation and compliance with the information requests made by the U.S. Attorney’s office and Securities and Exchange Commission, as well as any resulting actions that may be required or recommended. The Committee has met regularly since July, and together with the advice of its own external legal advisors, has provided valuable counsel to our Board.

While we cannot predict the outcome of this matter, as your stewards, we are fully committed to providing thorough and complete oversight and will, as a Board, take any necessary actions to address this matter. The Board will not tolerate any actions or behaviors demonstrating anything less than the highest standards of ethics and compliance for the Company.

Approved move to Nasdaq equities marketplace
The transfer of Exelon’s common stock to Nasdaq aligned with Exelon’s strategies to innovate and lead the powerindustry toward a future of cleaner air and affordable and reliable energy for the benefit of our customers and communities. The move was also fiscally prudent and resulted in cost savings.

Implemented disclosure effectiveness initiative
Our Audit Committee oversaw a management initiative to drive disclosure effectiveness in the company’s SEC reports in keeping with developments and best practices for external reporting. The initiative spanned an 18-month period and achieved its objectives to improve the usefulness, relevance, and readability of our SEC disclosures by better leveraging tables, bullet points, and cross-referencing to eliminate redundancies and adding certain disclosures to better align with authoritative guidance or industry practice.

Support of Diversity and Inclusion
The Board clearly recognizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, supply chain and other areas, and therefore is very engaged with management’s efforts in these areas. The Board regularly discusses and provides strategic oversight for a range of topics in these areas including Exelon’s employee engagement surveys and associated initiatives, diverse supplier spend across Exelon and efforts to assist diverse suppliers in improving their capabilities to attract more business opportunities.

Cultural Oversight
Our Board actively seeks out regular interactions with employees. As examples, our Generation Oversight Committee meets at a different generating facility for each of its meetings and conducts a site tour at each meeting. These site tours are led by plant employees who meet with the directors and explain site-specific

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operational enhancements and new developments. Site employees then join directors for small table lunch discussions.

Other opportunities include the ability for directors to attend the annual Innovation Expo described on page 11 where employees are able to showcase their innovation initiatives and provide us with insights on product and service developments. In addition, members of the Board spent a day touring Exelon’s cyber and physical security operations center where they engaged with security and IT personnel. These valuable interactions involving unfettered and unscripted access to employees enable us to gauge the cultural tone and attitude of Exelon’s employees.

Sustainable Operations
The Board’s commitment to sustainable environmental, social and governance (ESG) tenets is foundational and unwavering. Virtually every Board or Committee meeting addresses some aspect of ESG and what Exelon isdoing to fulfill its purpose of Powering a Cleaner and Brighter Future for our Customers and Communities.

A summary of these efforts can be found on pages 10 & 11 in this proxy statement and a full report can be found in Exelon’s Corporate Sustainability Report posted on Exelon’s website at www.exeloncorp.com. 

Our Board proactively partners with management to identify new opportunities to strengthen the focus on ESG, and welcomes input received from continued engagement with stakeholders, especially our investors, on ESG matters as we move forward. 

Actively engaged with our investors
The Board and its Committees appreciate the insights gained through engagement with Exelon’s large institutional investors, influential thought leaders, and stakeholder groups. We strive to be responsive in our actions and disclosures. Input received this past year reflected a shift in investor focus to environmental stewardship and climatechange and Exelon’s human capital management practices, which is why you will see enhanced disclosures on these topics in our proxy statement.

Finally, we wish to thank Stephen Steinour and Admiral Richard Mies for their respective 13 and 11 years of service to our Board. We are thankful for their engaged counsel and strategic expertise.

We are confident that Exelon is well-positioned for the future and has the right strategy and dedication of its employees to power a cleaner and brighter future for our customers and communities.

Thank you for your continued support of Exelon.

Anthony AndersonAnn BerzinLaurie BrlasChristopher CraneYves De BalmannNicholas DeBenedictis
Linda JojoPaul JoskowRobert LawlessJohn RichardsonMayo Shattuck IIIJohn Young



*See Definitions of Non-GAAP measures in Appendix B at page 96.

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Notice of the Annual Meeting of Shareholders
and 20182020 Proxy Statement

March 21, 201818, 2020

Logistics

Logistics

Items of Business

When
Tuesday, May 1, 2018,
April 28, 2020,
at 9:00 a.m. Eastern TimeET




Where
Offices of Pepco Holdings LLC located at 701 Ninth1310 Point Street NW, Washington, D.C.
Baltimore, Maryland*



Who Can Vote
Holders of Exelon common stock as of 5:00 p.m. Eastern TimeET on March 2, 20182020, are entitled to receive notice of the annual meeting and vote at the meeting

*We are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) and are sensitive to the public health and travel concerns our employees and shareholders may have and the protocols that federal, state, and local governments may impose. As part of our precautions regarding COVID-19, we are planning for the possibility that the meeting may be held solely by means of remote communications. If we take this step, we will announce the decision to do so in advance, and details on how to participate will be posted on our website and filed with the SEC as proxy material.

Items of Business

1                     2                             3                     4                
Elect 12 Director nominees named in the proxy statementRatify appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Exelon’s independent auditor for 2020Say on Pay: Advisory vote on the compensation of named executive officersApproval of Exelon 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan
FOReach Director nomineeFORFORFOR
► see page 14► see page 33► see page 36► see page 68

Shareholders will also conduct any other business properly presented before the meeting.

The Board of Directors knows of no other matters to be presented for action at the annual meeting. If any matter is presented from the floor of the annual meeting, the individuals serving as proxies will vote such matters in the best interest of all shareholders. Your signed proxy card gives this authority to Thomas S. O’Neill and Carter C. Culver.

Advance Voting(before 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on April 27, 2020)

Board RecommendationPage
1Elect 12 Director nominees named in the proxy statementFOReach Director nominee►12
2Ratify appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Exelon’s independent auditor for 2018FOR►41
3Say on pay: advisory vote on the compensation of named executive officersFOR►44

Shareholders will also conduct any other business properly presented before the meeting.

The Board of Directors knows of no other matters to be presented for action at the annual meeting. If any matter is presented from the floor of the annual meeting, the individuals serving as proxies will vote such matters in the best interest of all shareholders. Your signed proxy card gives this authority to Thomas S. O’Neill and Carter C. Culver.

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Shareholders of Record:As of March 2, 2018,2020, there were 964,986,919973,929,848 shares of common stock outstanding and entitled to vote.Eachvote. Each share of common stock is entitled to one vote on each matter properly brought before the meeting.


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NOTICE OF THE ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS AND 2018 PROXY STATEMENT3
PROXY STATEMENT SUMMARY5
BOARD AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE MATTERS12
     

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF PROXY MATERIALS FOR THE SHAREHOLDER MEETING TO BE HELD ON APRIL 28, 2020
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About Exelon
                                   
 Proposal 1: ELECTION OF DIRECTORS12
The Exelon Board of Directors12
The Board’s Role and Responsibilities29
Board Structure30
Board Processes and Policies36
Directors’ Compensation38
AUDIT COMMITTEE MATTERS41
 Proposal 2: RATIFICATION OF PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP AS EXELON’S INDEPENDENT AUDITOR FOR 201841
Auditor Fees41
Pre-approval Policies41
Report of the Audit Committee42
EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION44
 Proposal 3: SAY-ON-PAY: ADVISORY VOTE ON EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION44
COMPENSATION DISCUSSION & ANALYSIS45
Executive Summary45
Compensation Philosophy and Practices49
Compensation Decisions and Rationale53
Governance Features of Our Executive Compensation Programs59
Report of the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee62
EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION DATA63
Summary Compensation Table63
Grants of Plan-Based Awards65
Outstanding Equity Awards at Year End66
Option Exercises and Stock Vested67
Pension Benefits67
Deferred Compensation Programs69
Potential Payments upon Termination or Change in Control70
CEO Pay Ratio76
OWNERSHIP OF EXELON STOCK77
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION79
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS81
APPENDIXA-1
2017 Adjusted (Non-GAAP) Operating EarningsA-1
2015 and 2016 PShare ScorecardsA-2
2017 PShare ScorecardA-3
Categorical Standards of IndependenceA-4

Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This proxy statement contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are subject to risks and uncertainties. The factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements made by Exelon Corporation include those factors discussed herein, as well as the items discussed in (1) Exelon’s 2017 Annual Report on Form 10-K in (a) ITEM 1A. Risk Factors, (b) ITEM 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and (c) ITEM 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data: Note 24 and (2) other factors discussed in filings with the SEC by Exelon. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this proxy statement. Exelon does not undertake any obligation to publicly release any revision to its forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this proxy statement.

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Exelon is America’s Leading Energy Provider

We are the nation’s leading competitive power provider and a FORTUNE 100 company that works in key facets of the power business: power generation, competitive energy sales, transmission and delivery.


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Proxy Statement Summary

This summary highlights selected information about the items to be voted on at the annual meeting of shareholders. This summary does not contain all of the information that you should consider in deciding how to vote. Please read the entire proxy statement before voting.

Exelon is America’s Leading Energy Provider

We are a FORTUNE 100 company that works in key facets of the power business: power generation, competitive energy sales, transmission and delivery. As the nation’s leading competitive power provider, Exelon does business in 48 states, D.C., and Canada and had 2017 revenues of $33.5 billion. We employ approximately 34,000 people nationwide.

The Exelon Family of Companies

GenerationEnergy Sales & ServiceTransmission & Delivery
Exelon is the largest competitive U.S. power generator, with more than 35,500 megawatts of nuclear, gas, wind, solar and hydroelectric generating capacity comprising one of the nation’s cleanest and lowest-cost power generation fleets.

The Company’s Constellation business unit provides energy products and services to approximately 2 million residential, public sector and business customers, including more than two-thirds of the Fortune 100.

Exelon’s six utilities deliver electricity and natural gas to approximately 10 million customers in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania through its Delmarva Power, Pepco, ComEd, BGE, Atlantic City Electric and PECO subsidiaries.

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About Exelon

About Exelon: An Industry Leader

Exelon is a
Fortune
100
company
$34.4B
Operating revenue in 2019

#1
zero-carbon energy producer in America

32,700
employees

31,600 MW
total power generation capacity

10M
electric and natural gas customers, the most in the U.S.

$26B
Planned investment in utilities through 2023 for the benefit of our customers

Over11,150miles of electric transmission lines for utilities and nearly150,000miles of distribution lines

~2Mresidential, public sector and business customers served by Exelon’s Constellation business

210 TWhCustomer load served

In 2019, Exelon gave nearly$52 millionto charitable and community causes

Note: All numbers reflect year-end 2019

Our Strategy

As the energy industry undergoes rapid changes, Exelon is executing a strategy to grow and diversifyembrace those changes while growing the Company. We’re making investments to meet the needs of our customers and targeted investments in our core markets and promising technologies with the potential to reshape the energy landscape.

The Exelon Strategic Plan

1

Grow our Regulated Utilities Business
to benefit customers, enhance the electric distribution system, and provide earnings stability to our investors.

2

Focus on Cash Flow
to support utility growth while reducing debt.

3

Optimize Exelon Generation value
by seeking fair compensation for the zero-carbon attributes of our fleet, closing uneconomic plants, monetizing assets and maximizing the value of our fleet through our generation to load matching strategy.

4

Retain a Strong Balance Sheet
with all businesses meeting investment grade metrics through the 20212023 planning horizon.

5

Return Cash to Shareholders and meetMeet Capital Allocation Priorities
with 5% dividend growth annually through 2020(1)1while prioritizing organic utility growth and debt reduction and modest contracted generation investments.reduction.


(1)1

Quarterly dividends are subject to declaration by the Board of Directors.

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Proxy Statement Summary

2017 Performance Highlights

“2017 was a great year for Exelon as our utilities delivered excellent performance in reliability and customer service, and our nuclear generation fleet produced the most power on record, all thanks to the great work of our people, who also set Company records for volunteerism and charitable giving.”

Christopher Crane, CEO

Strong Financial and Operational Performance

Achieved 2017 GAAP earnings per share (EPS) of $3.97 and adjusted (non-GAAP) operating EPS of $2.60 (see Appendix at A-1 for reconciliation)
Results would have been $2.73 absent the deferral of 9 cents in Illinois zero emissions credits (ZEC) revenues given the Illinois Power Agency’s decision to delay the ZEC procurement by one month into 2018, and a 4 cent impairment due to an unexpected Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) decision regarding utility transmission formula rate mechanisms
Deployed targeted level of capital of $5.3 billion into our utilities to improve reliability, replace aging infrastructure, and enhance customer experience
Announced commitment to lower costs by $250 million on an annual run-rate basis by 2020
Increased the annual dividend growth rate to 5% from 2.5% for 2018 through 2020, effective in the first quarter of 2018
Utilities performed largely at first quartile levels with especially strong results across key metrics:
Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BGE), Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd) and PECO Energy Company (PECO) achieved first decile performance in the System Average Interruption Frequency Index (SAIFI)
BGE and ComEd achieved first decile performance in the Customer Average Interruption Duration Index (CAIDI)
Pepco Holdings, LLC (PHI) achieved best ever performance on SAIFI and CAIDI
Completed the acquisition of the James A. FitzPatrick nuclear power plant in New York, preserving nearly 600 jobs
Successfully executed PHI merger commitments to improve performance and reliability for our customers
Continued total shareholder return (TSR) outperformance relative to the PHLX Utility Sector Index (UTY) in 2017
Building on Exelon’s 2016 TSR of 32.8%, we continued to deliver strong TSR performance of 15.1% in 2017, outperforming the UTY by 2.3 percentage points. For the three years beginning with 2015, Exelon trailed the UTY index by 4.9 percentage points driven by Exelon’s 2015 TSR of negative 22.1%

Regulatory & PolicyEmployees & Community
Successful dismissal of legal challenges of New York and Illinois ZEC programs in federal district courts; appeals process is ongoing
FERC recognized need to better understand power system resilience. Created “Grid Resilience in Regional Transmission Organizations and Independent System Operators” order to seek input from regional transmission organizations (RTOs) on how market rules may need to be changed
Completed 11 distribution and 6 transmission rate cases with regulatory authorities, increasing annual revenue and rate base by an expected combined $396 million
2017 awards and recognitions include: Billion Dollar Roundtable, Civic 50, Top 50 Companies for Diversity, Best Places to Work in 2017, CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion, and UN’s HeForShe
Exelon and our employees set a new record in corporate philanthropy and volunteerism, committing over $52 million in giving and volunteering 210,000 hours
Recognized by Dow Jones Sustainability Index for 12thconsecutive year and by NewsWeek Green rankings for9thconsecutive year
2,200 employees, contractors and support personnel from Exelon’s six utilities mobilized to assist residents in the southeastern U.S. impacted by Hurricane Irma

Exelon 2017 Summary Annual Report
Learn more about Exelon from our 2017 Summary Annual Report at www.exeloncorp.com

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Proxy Statement SummaryAbout Exelon

Matters2019 Operating Highlights

Exelon delivered on its commitments to shareholders, employees, customers, and communities and is pleased to provide this summary of its more notable actions and achievements of 2019.

Company Performance

Exelon’s utilities continued to perform at industry-leading operational excellence levels, with ComEd, BGE, PECO and PHI (on a consolidated basis) achieving 1st quartile performance in service level and “best on record” customer satisfaction ratings. The utilities effectively deployed $5.3 billion to replace aging infrastructure and improve reliability for Shareholder Votingthe benefit of our customers. Our utilities have also successfully advocated for constructive policies and regulatory frameworks to enable continued investment by the utilities for the benefit of customers.

Exelon’s nuclear operations set a best-ever capacity factor of 95.7% and Exelon’s power operations (gas, hydro, solar, and wind assets) exceeded goals for dispatch and renewable energy capture rates.

Exelon met or exceeded its financial commitments, delivering GAAP earnings of $3.01 per share and adjusted operating earnings* of $3.22 per share. Our balance sheet remains strong, Exelon and its businesses receiving credit upgrades and all businesses projected to meet investment grade credit metrics through the 2023 horizon of our long-range plan. We’ve continued to meet our commitment to 5% annual dividend growth through 2020.

Powering a Cleaner and Brighter Future for Exelon’s Customers and Communities

Exelon is a recognized leader in environmental sustainability and decarbonization. We are askingthe nation’s largest zero carbon emission generator, with a power generation carbon-intensity rate that is 89% lower than the national average and over four times cleaner than the next-cleanest major U.S. generation company. A recent report from the Transition Pathway Initiative, a global investor-led initiative, found that Exelon’s carbon intensity is by far the lowest among the compared major U.S. and international producers.

Exelon’s leadership position across the energy value chain enables us to drive actions needed across the economy including market structures and policies that value the clean and resilient attributes of clean energy, adoption of state or national carbon policies, and innovative technologies. Our environmental stewardship has been repeatedly recognized – we were named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the 14th year in a row.

Committed to Human Capital Management and Diversity

Exelon’s talent is foundational to our shareholderssuccess and our initiatives ensure that our diverse and engaged talent pool remains vibrant and committed to votedriving our enterprise and strategies into the future. Our Innovation Expo is one example of the results achieved. The 8th annual Innovation Expo drew over 3,500 employees and guests. The Expo provides a forum for employees to share innovations, technologies, and pilot programs developed. See page 11 for more.

Exelon is very focused on an inclusive leadership model and efforts to engage, educate, and provide experiences that convey our values of trust, safety, inclusion and innovation to our nearly 33,000 employees. Exelon’s commitment to diversity and inclusion extends to its support of diverse suppliers, accounting for 27% of our overall spending, including our support of the following matters:development of locally based diverse suppliers.

Proposal 1
Election*
See Definitions of DirectorsThe Board of Directors recommends a voteFOR each of the 12 Director nominees namedNon-GAAP measures in this proxy statement.
The Board is composed of a diverse set of deeply talented and highly experienced professionals.
Director skills and attributes comprise effective oversight abilities over Exelon’s strategic goals and business performance.
Exelon had a strong 2017 financially and operationally.
Exelon’s operational excellence and commitments to environmental stewardship inform our business conduct in a way that is sustainable for our customers, employees, and the communities we serve.
For more information about the nominees’ qualifications, skills, and experiences, please see pages 15-26.
Appendix B at page 96.

DIRECTOR NOMINEES
Name and Age       Director
Since
       Exelon Committees       Other Current
Public Company
Boards
ANTHONY K. ANDERSON,62
Retired Vice Chair and Midwest Area Managing Partner of Ernst & Young
Independent
2013
Audit (Chair)
Finance and Risk
Generation Oversight
3
ANN C. BERZIN,66
Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Financial Guaranty Insurance Company
Independent
2012
Audit
Finance and Risk
1
CHRISTOPHER M. CRANE,59
President and Chief Executive Officer of Exelon Corporation
2012
Finance and Risk
Generation Oversight
Investment Oversight
0
YVES C. DE BALMANN,71
Former Co-Chairman of Bregal Investments LP
Independent
2012
Compensation and Leadership Development (Chair)
Corporate Governance
Finance and Risk
1
NICHOLAS DEBENEDICTIS,72
Chairman Emeritus, Aqua America Inc.
Independent
2002
Corporate Governance
Finance and Risk
Generation Oversight
3
LINDA P. JOJO,52
Executive Vice President, Technology and Chief Digital Officer of United Continental Holdings, Inc.
Independent
2015
Compensation and Leadership Development
Finance and Risk
0
PAUL L. JOSKOW, Ph. D., 70
Professor of Economics Emeritus, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and President Emeritus of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
Independent
2007
Audit
Finance and Risk
Investment Oversight
0
ROBERT J. LAWLESS,71
Former Chairman of the Board of McCormick & Company, Inc.
Independent
2012
Corporate Governance (Chair)
Compensation and Leadership Development
Finance and Risk
0
RICHARD W. MIES,73
Retired Admiral, U.S. Navy and President and Chief Executive Officer of The Mies Group, Ltd.
Independent
2009
Generation Oversight (Chair)
Audit
Finance and Risk
1
JOHN W. ROGERS, JR.,59
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Ariel Investments, LLC
Independent
2000
Investment Oversight (Chair)
Corporate Governance
1
MAYO A. SHATTUCK III,63 Chairman of the Board
Former Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Constellation Energy
Independent
2012
Finance and Risk
Generation Oversight
Investment Oversight
3
STEPHEN D. STEINOUR,59
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated
Independent
2007
Finance and Risk (Chair)
Audit
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Commitment to Sustainability

Our Purpose: Powering a Cleaner and Brighter Future for our Customers and Communities

Exelon’s commitment to sustainability is central to our mission of providing reliable, clean, affordable and innovative energy products. Exelon’s Corporate Governance Committee oversees our efforts in this area. Our operational excellence and environmental stewardship values drive us to conduct business in a way that is sustainable for our customers, our employees and the communities in which we operate. Consistent with our Purpose statement, we are committed to building the next-generation energy company and applying innovative technologies to manage energy use and meet customer expectations for clean, reliable and affordable power. For more information about our sustainability practices, please refer to the Exelon Corporation Sustainability Report posted on our www.exeloncorp.com/sustainability.

Our path to a cleaner and brighter future includes:

SUMMARY OF INDIVIDUAL DIRECTOR PRIMARY SKILLS, CORE COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTESBuilding the Next-Generation Energy Company

Exelon’sConnected Communitiesvision is modernizing the grid for reliability, resilience, and security and enabling increased electrification, backed by zero-carbon generation, to help the nation reduce GHG emissions; a key solution set identified by climate scenario analysis.
Exelon invested $22 billion in the last 4 years in improvements toenhance resilience, reliability and infrastructurewith an additional $26 billion of investment planned through 2023.
In September 2019, Exelon and the Exelon Foundation launched a $20 millionClimate Change Investment Initiativeto cultivate startups working on new technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change.

The following matrix identifiesRising to the Challenge of Climate Change

Exelon is the largest producer ofzero-carbon electricityin the U.S. with the lowest carbon intensity among major investor-owned power producers.
Exelon is on track to achieve itsthird GHG emissions reduction goal(15% reduction of internal emissions by 2022).
Exelon is a founding Member ofClimate Leadership Council, which advocates for an economy-wide carbon fee, while engaging with policymakers at the state level to expand clean energy programs.

Managing our Environmental Impacts

Guided by an internal Water Resource Management Policy, we address water-related risks and opportunities. In 2019,98%of water used in operations was directly returned to its source.
44 sites have been certified by theprimaryWildlife Habitat Councilskills, core competencies and other attributes52 sites haveNational Wildlife Federationhabitat certifications.
Special management plans are operating toprotect biodiversity(including a detailed Avian Protection Plan to manage interactions with birds and power lines) and supportpollinator habitats.

Sustainability Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

Exelon utilizes theGlobal Reporting Initiative (GRI) Sustainability Reporting Framework(with the Electric Utilities Sector Supplement) and theTask Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosuresguidelines in its sustainability reporting. In addition to our annual Corporate Sustainability Report, we publish responses to the CDP Climate and Water surveys, an Edison Electric Institute/American Gas Association ESG template, and an annual third-party verified GHG emission inventory. We also respond to key sustainability and ESG surveys such as the DJSI survey and various third-party datasets that each independent Director bringsare prepared for investors.
Exelon has engaged withCeressince 2008 - a leading coalition of investors, environmental groups and public interest organizations – to bear in their servicehelp Exelon advance our sustainability performance, inform our response to Exelon’sissues including climate change, water use and nuclear energy, and provide feedback on our sustainability reporting.
Environmental and sustainability issues are regularly discussed duringinvestor engagementmeetings and at Exelon Board and Committees. Each Director possesses numerous other skills and competencies not identified below. We believe identifying primary skills is a more meaningful presentation of the key contributions and value that each independent Director brings to their service on the Board and to Exelon shareholders. See page 13 for more details.meetings.

*For information about select sustainability awards and partnerships, see the back cover of this Proxy Statement.
Accounting and financial reporting experience
Corporate finance and capital management experience
CEO/executive management leadership skills
Human resource management and executive compensation knowledge and experience
Innovation and technology experience
Safety and security (including physical and cyber) competencies
Industry experience and knowledge of Exelon’s business
Government/public policy and regulatory insights
Risk oversight and risk management experience
Investor relations and investment management experience
Manufacturing, construction, engineering, and performance management experience
Diverse attributes

DIVERSITY, TENURE, AGE AND INDEPENDENCE
      
Directors’
Race/Ethnicity
Directors’
Gender
Directors’
Average Tenure
Directors’
Average Age
Directors’
Independence
17%    17%    8.6    65    92%
DiverseFemaleYearsYearsIndependent, including
our Chairman

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Governance HighlightsAbout Exelon

Exelon’s Board is committed to maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance. Human Capital Management

We believe our strong corporate governanceemployees are Exelon’s greatest asset. Our practices, help us achieve our performance goalspolicies and maintain the trustbusiness strategy are designed to attract and confidenceretain a diverse, talented, and engaged workforce pool of our shareholders, employees, customers, regulatory agencies and other stakeholders. A summary of our corporate governance practices are described below and more detail is presented on pages 27-37 and in our Corporate Governance Principles, which are available on the Exelon website atwww.exeloncorp.comon the Governance page located under the Investors tab.talent.

Engaged WorkforceAn extensive Employee Engagement Survey is undertaken every other year to help identify our successes and areas where we can grow. In 2019,85% of all employees responded to the survey. Results were shared with senior management and the Exelon Board and all members of management are strongly encouraged to engage with employees where there are opportunities for improvement.
Diversity & Inclusion

Engaging and supporting a diverse workforce at all levels of the organization is key to fostering innovation, growing an inclusive and cooperative culture, and delivering strong performance. Exelon supports 10 employee resource groups (ERGs) that are open to all employees to share experiences and connect with colleagues. Of our nearly 33,000 employees, over12,000 employees participate in at least one ERG, and there are currently59 chaptersspread across the company.

As a signatory to theWhite House Equal Pay Pledgesince 2016, Exelon employs an independent third-party to run an annual analysis on gender pay equity and completes an internal review of hiring and promotional processes. The analysis consistently shows that Exelon has no systemic pay discrepancies.

Additionally, as a champion of theHeForShemovement, Exelon committed to improving the retention of women. At the outset in 2016, our goal was to reach gender parity in voluntary turnover of men and women by 2020. For 2019, our voluntary turnover rate for women was 0.18% lower than men.

OverallDiverse Hiring in 2019
Board Accountability & Shareholder RightsOversight of Risk Management

Women

VeteransPeople of Color

of new hires in 2019 were women and/or people of color

Talent Development

Exelon is committed to helping current employeesDirectorsgrow their skills and careersto develop a diversetalent pipelinefor future jobs and expose young people within our communities to career opportunities in the energy industry. Through internships, university and veteran recruiting, STEM academies, and partnerships with organizations such as the Society of Women Engineers, we are elected annually by a majoritycommitted to providing professional development and opportunities for the next generation of votes cast in uncontested elections. The average level of vote support for Directors in 2017 was 97%.our workforce.

Regular and ongoing shareholder engagement informs Board and Committee decisions on governance, compensation, and other matters.
Eligible shareholders may nominate Directors through Exelon’s “proxy access” bylaws.

     
The Board regularly reviews management’s systematic approach to identifying and assessing risks faced by Exelon and each business unit taking into account emerging trends and developments and in connection with capital investments and business opportunities.Highlight on Talent Development
In October 2019, Exelon hosted itsOur Board’s Finance8th Innovation Expo. The Expo is an annual event that empowers employee innovation by showcasing exciting technologies, featuring employee displays and Risk Committee overseespilot projects underway across Exelon’s risk management strategy, policiesoperating companies. The theme for the 2019 Expo “A Cleaner and practices, financial conditionBrighter Future,” reinforced our commitment to provide clean, reliable, and risk exposures.affordable energy for our customers and communities.

Panel discussions were led by industry experts and company leaders on topics such as climate change, electrification of transportation, reducing GHG emissions, and the future of technology.

Renowned scientist and educator, Bill Nye served as keynote speaker and Megan Smith (former U.S. Chief Technology Officer) also shared her innovative vision with Expo attendees.

Over 700
ideas submitted by employees

271
employee ideas showcased at the Expo


Well-Being & BenefitsAt Exelon, people are encouraged to thrive outside the workplace as well. In addition to a full suite of wellness benefits targeted at supporting work-life balance and physical, mental and financial health, Exelon adoptedindustry-leading paid leave policiesin 2017 that provide eligible mothers up to 16 weeks of maternity/bonding leave, up to 8 weeks of bonding leave for all other new parents, and up to 2 weeks paid leave to care for a critically ill family member. As of mid-January 2020, over 480 women and 2,100 men have benefitted from these updated policies.
Governance Practices
Our Board and each of the Board’s six Committees review their performance and effectiveness as a group on an annual basis. In addition, individual Directors undergo a periodic performance assessment that includes input from peers and select members of executive management.
Continuing director education is provided during Board and Committee meetings and the Company encourages Director participation in externally offered director development opportunities.
Independent Directors meet regularly in executive sessions without management.
Robust stock ownership guidelines require Directors to hold at least 15,000 shares of Exelon common stock within five years after joining the Board; the CEO to hold shares valued at 6X his base salary, and Executive Vice Presidents and higher level officers to hold shares valued at 3X base salary. Hedging, pledging, and short sales are prohibited.
Directors may not stand for election after age 75.
Directors should not serve on the boards of more than four other public companies in addition to Exelon and its subsidiaries and any Director who serves as the CEO of a public company should not serve on more than two other public company boards in addition to Exelon.
Political activities and contributions are transparent through annual reporting provided on www.exeloncorp.com

Community
Purpose and Principles
In 2017, we set outExelon is also committed to articulate our purpose as a Company—how and why we exist. Thousandshelping improve the quality of employees from across the Company provided input, and the result is a bold affirmation of our reasonlife for being. It also gives us a renewed focus on the impact we havepeople in the communities where we live, work and live. Each day we are workingserve. We provide opportunities for company-sponsored volunteerism and matching financial support. In 2019, Exelon and its employees donated approximately$51.5M to power people’s lives, to make them brighter non-profit organizationsand to buildprovided a better future. Our principles serve as our guide.record-setting250,790 hours volunteering.
*PurposePowering a cleanerFor information about select human capital management awards and brighter future for our customers and communities.partnerships, see the back cover of this Proxy Statement.
Principles
We put customer needs at the center of all we do by fueling innovation to improve the delivery of clean and affordable energy and services.
We practice the highest level of safety and security to reliably deliver energy to our customers and communities.
Our workforce is the foundation of our success. We succeed as a team of diverse individuals; respected, engaged and inspired to shape our nation’s energy future.
We return our success to the communities we are privileged to serve.
We adhere to the highest standards–ethically and with uncompromising integrity–to drive value for our customers and shareholders.

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Proxy Statement SummaryVoting Roadmap

Proposal 2
Ratify Appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditor for 2018
   Proposal 1   

Election of Directors

TheElect 12 Director nominees named in the proxy statement


Our Board of Directors’ demographics:

Independence:92% including our Chair
Race/Ethnicity:8% Diverse
Gender:25% Female
Tenure:6.9 years average
Age:65.6 years average

The following identifies the primary skills, core competencies and other attributes that our Directors bring to bear in their service to Exelon’s Board and Committees:
Accounting
Finance
Executive
Compensation
Technology
Safety & Security
Industry
Policy
Risk
Investor perspective
Engineering &
Manufacturing
Diversity
Military Experience

The Board recommends a voteFOR the ratification “FOR” each Director nominee.see page14

   Proposal 2   

Ratification of Independent Auditor

Ratify the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) as Exelon’s independent auditor for 2018.2020

PwC has served as the Company’s independent auditor since the Company’s formation in 2000. PwC has become deeply familiar with the Company’s operations and businesses, accounting policies and practices, and internal control over financial reporting. The Board and Audit Committee believebelieves this experience and expertise is valuable to the retention of PwC is in the best interests of ExelonCompany and its shareholders based on the information presented in detail beginning on page 41.shareholders.


Proposal 3
Say on Pay: Advisory Vote on the Compensation of the Named Executives
The Board of Directors recommends a voteFOR this proposal based on “FOR” the effortsratification of the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee and Board to design an executive compensation program that:
Aligns the interests of Exelon executives with Company shareholders
Provides market-aligned pay opportunities that foster the attraction, motivation, engagement, and retention of key talent needed to drive outstanding Company performance and customer service and long-term shareholder value
Reflects the input received from shareholders on our executive compensation program
Although the vote on this proposal is non-binding, the Board and Compensation and Leadership Development Committee take vote results into consideration when evaluatingPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Exelon’s executive compensation program on an ongoing basis.
Details about our executive compensation program are provided at pages 45-61.
independent auditor for 2020.
see page33

2017 Executive Compensation Highlights

Strong CEO Pay for Performance Closely Aligned to Total Shareholder Return (TSR)

From 2013 through 2017, CEO pay decreased at an annualized rate of 2.9% from $17.2M to $14.9M, while Exelon’s TSR increased at an annualized rate of 10.6%. See more details at page 48.

2017 Say-on-Pay Vote Outcome and Shareholder Engagement

Exelon’s 2017 Say-on-Pay vote received the affirmative support of 86% of votes cast. To gain this level of support, 12     Exelon engaged in discussions with holders of nearly 45% of our outstanding shares representing almost two-thirds of the Company’s institutional investors to discuss proposed changes and gather input. The Exelon team, which included the Chair of the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee for some of the discussions, sought input from portfolio managers and governance professionals representing very large institutional money managers as well as smaller investment and public pension funds to ensure that the input received represented a significant cross-section of our shareholder base.

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2017 Compensation Program

The goal of our executive compensation program is to retain and reward leaders who create long-term value for our shareholders by delivering on objectives that support the Company’s long-term strategic plan.

To meet this goal, the majority of compensation paid to our named executive officers (NEOs) is tied to the achievement of short-and long-term financial and operational goals. Additionally, a significant portion is paid in the form of equity and all components except for salary are “at-risk.”

The elements of our 2017 program were as follows:

AVERAGE NEO (INCLUDING CEO) TARGET COMPENSATION MIX

Strong Compensation GovernanceAbout Exelon

   Proposal 3   

Say-on-Pay

What We DoApprove, on an advisory basis, the compensation paid to the Company’s named executive officers, as disclosed in this proxy statement

Our compensation program is largely performance-based and is driven by rigorous goals that are tied to achieving financial and operational results that align the interests of executives with those of the Company’s shareholders.

     

The Board recommends a vote “FOR” the approval of the compensation paid to the Company’s named executive officers.see pageWhat We Don’t Do36

   Proposal 4   

2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan

Approve Exelon’s 2020 Long-Term Incentive PlanPay for performance


Significant stock ownership requirements for Directors

Exelon’s 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) will be used to grant equity-based compensation to officers and executive officers


Mitigate undue riskemployees of Exelon and its subsidiaries and non-employee directors of Exelon. The Board approved the Plan and its maximum share authorization of 21.9 million shares, subject to approval by shareholders at the 2020 annual meeting. If approved, the 2020 LTIP will replace and supersede the 2011 LTIP and the Non-Employee Directors’ Deferred Stock Unit Plan. Exelon last sought shareholder approval of share usage under its plans in compensation programs2010.


Require double-trigger for change-in-control benefits

Retain an independent compensation consultant

Provide limited, modest perquisites based on sound business rationale

Seek shareholder feedback on executive compensation
Prohibit hedging transactions, short sales, derivative transactions or pledging of Company stock

Require executive officers to trade through 10b5-1 trading plans or obtain pre-approval before trading Exelon stock

Annually assess our programs against peer companies and best practices

Include appropriate level of stretch in incentive targets based on industry performance and/or Exelon’s business plan

Clawback provisions

No guaranteed minimum payout of AIP or LTIP programs

No employment agreements

No excise tax gross-ups for change-in-control agreements

No dividend-equivalents on PShares

No inclusionThe Board recommends a vote “FOR” the approval of the value of LTIP awards in pension or severance calculations2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan.
see page
68No additional credited service under supplemental pension plans since 2004

No option re-pricing or buyouts

For a detailed discussion of our executive compensation program, please see page 45.

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Proposal 1: Election of Directors

The Corporate Governance Committee collaborates with Exelon’s Board Chair to determine the appropriate mix of skills and characteristics that our Board requires. The Board has determined that the current composition and size of the Board is appropriate for Exelon, considering the Company’s size, geographic scope, and need to access a wide range of views and backgrounds to reflect the diversity and complexity of our business and the markets and communities we serve. There are 12 nominees for Directorelection at the 20182020 annual meeting.

The Board of Directors unanimously recommends a vote “FOR” each of the Director nominees.nominee.           

The Exelon Board of Directors

Director Qualifications and Nomination

Effective oversight of Exelon’s strategic direction requires our Board to be composed of diverse individuals who possess attributes and core competencies important to the oversight of our Company. The Corporate Governance Committee identifies and recommends Director nominees for election to the Board and periodically also retains a board search firm to assist with the identification of potential candidates.

The Board values the diversity of thought that arises from Directors possessing different backgrounds, gender, age, race, and geographic experiences. The Board also deeply values the enhanced and thoughtful deliberations resulting from a balance of short- and long-tenured Directors that provideswho provide a mix of fresh perspectives and new ideas with deep and important utility, and regulated industry, and business cycle experiences.

The Corporate Governance Committee and the full Board determine the appropriate mix of skills and characteristics required to best fillmeet the needs of the Board as a whole, taking into account the short- and long-term strategies of the Company to determine the current and future skills and experiences required of the Board. All candidates should demonstrate the following attributes to qualify for Board service:

Highest personal and professional ethics, integrity and values;
An inquiring and independent mind, practical wisdom and mature judgment;
Broad training and experience at the policy-making level in business, government, education or technology;
Expertise that is useful to the enterprise and complementary to the background and experience of other Directors;
Willingness to remain current with industry and other developments relevant to Exelon’s strategic direction;
Willingness to devote the required amount of time to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of Board membership and a commitment to serve over a period of years to develop knowledge about Exelon’s principal operations;
A commitment to representing the long-term interests of shareholders, customers, employees, and communities served by the Company and its subsidiaries; and
Involvement only in activities or interests that do not conflict with responsibilities to Exelon and its shareholders.

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In addition,Additionally, the Board as a whole, should reflect skills and core competencies described below in our skills matrix.

The matrix identifies thefivemost prominent skills and core competencies and other attributes that eachindependentDirector brings to their service to Exelon’s Board and Committees.

Each Director possesses numerous other skills and competencies not identified below, however, we believe that identifying the following areas. Summarized below isfive most prominent skills and competencies and other attributes provides a descriptionmore meaningful presentation of whythe key contributions and value that each core competency is important forindependent Director brings to their service on Exelon’s Board.the Board and to Exelon shareholders.

DescriptionSummary of Independent Director Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Other Attributes

The following matrix identifies thefive most prominent skills and core competenciesand other attributes that each independent Director brings to bear in their service to Exelon’s Board and Committees.

AccountingAccounting and financial reportingexperience isare important to Exelon’s use of broad financial metrics used to accurately and transparently measure and report financial and operating performance, ensure compliance with applicable law and assess financial merits of strategic opportunities.

FinanceCorporate finance and capital managementexperience isare important to effectively oversee the financial affairs of Exelon’s businesses and operations.

ExecutiveCEO/executive management leadershipskills are important to gain a practical understanding of organizations, corporate governance, and drivers of individual growth and development.

CompensationHuman Resourcecapital management and executive compensationknowledge and experience help Exelon recruit, retain, and develop key talent essential to Company operations.

TechnologyInnovation and Technologytechnology experience is important in overseeing Exelon’s business in the rapidly changing energy markets and physical and cyber threats against the security of our operations, assets, and systems.threats.

Safety and security (including physical and cyber)& Security– Safety, physical security, and cybersecurity competencies are critical to oversee safe and secure nuclear and other generation operations, power grids,transmission and distribution systems, and our other assets.

Industry– Industry experience and knowledge of Exelon’s businesshelphelps inform our views on energy markets and economics, technology, nuclear power, renewable and clean energy, electric and gas transmission and distribution and the public policy and public safety implications of these aspects.

Government/Public Policy and Regulatory insights– Government, public policy and regulatory insights are important to help shape public policy initiatives and government regulation.regulation for the benefit of our customers and shareholders.

Risk Oversight– Risk oversight and Risk Managementmanagement experienceinform Exelon’s enterprise risk management of key risks with potential to impact public safety, operations and shareholder value including its environmental impacts.

Investor Relationsperspective– Investor relations and Investment Managementinvestment management experience ensuresensure strong alignment with investors and inform decision making on value-adding initiatives.

Engineering & Manufacturing– Engineering, manufacturing, construction, engineering, and performance managementexperience inform Exelon’s ongoing commitment to maintaining and strengthening the reliability, resiliency, and safety of the electric and gas transmission and distribution systems, smart grid and generation portfolio and assets.

DiversityDiverse attributesreflect the Company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion through age, ethnicity, gender, race and sexual orientation.

Military Experience– Military service and experience brings unique skills and insight to the Board and reflects the Company’s commitment to helping veterans translate their skills into the energy industry.


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Director Independence

The Board has determined that all non-employee Directors who served on the Board in 2019 and all nominees for election, except for Mr. Crane as Exelon’s President and Chief Executive Officer, are independent according to applicable law and the listing standards of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (Nasdaq), as incorporated into the Independence Standards for Directors in Exelon’s Corporate Governance Principles. In accordance with the Independence Standards for Directors, the Board determined that certain categories of relationships as set forth in the Appendix do not create a conflict of interest that would impair a Director’s independence. The Board also determined that the members of the Audit, Compensation and Leadership Development, and Corporate Governance Committees are independent within the meaning of applicable laws, Nasdaq governance requirements, and the Independence Standards for Directors.

When assessing the independence of Director nominees, the Corporate Governance Committee considers the impact that tenure may have on the independence of certain longer-tenured incumbent Board nominees. The Board determined that the independence of our longer-tenured Directors had not been diminished as these members continued to thoughtfully challenge and provide reasoned, balanced, and insightful guidance to management. The Board values the perspectives that such Directors contribute to Board discussions, having served Exelon during periods of various industry and company-specific developments and with different members of management over the years.

Related Person Transactions

Exelon has adopted a written policy on the review, approval or ratification of transactions with related persons, which is overseen by the Corporate Governance Committee and is available on our website. The policy provides that the Committee or the Committee chair will review any proposed, existing, or completed transactions in which the amount involved exceeds $120,000 and in which any related person had, has, or will have a direct or indirect material interest. In general, related persons are directors and executive officers and their immediate family members, as well as stockholders beneficially owning 5% or more of Exelon’s outstanding stock as defined in SEC rules. The Exelon General Counsel reviews relevant information on transactions, arrangements, and relationships disclosed and makes a determination as to the existence of a related person transaction as defined by SEC rules and the policy. Related person transactions that are in, or not inconsistent with, the best interests of Exelon or subsidiary Commonwealth Edison, as applicable, are approved by the Corporate Governance Committee and reported to the Board. Related person transactions are disclosed in accordance with applicable SEC and other regulatory requirements.

There were no related person transactions identified for 2019.

Director Nominees

Two directors are not standing for re-election in 2020. In December 2019, Stephen Steinour announced his decision to not stand for election at the 2020 annual shareholders meeting. Additionally, Admiral Richard Mies has reached the mandatory retirement age designated in Exelon’s Corporate Governance Principles and will therefore not stand for election in 2020. The Board is deeply grateful to both for their leadership and their valued contributions and insights into Exelon’s business and strategy.

The Board nominates the 12 candidates named below for re-election as Directors. If elected by shareholders, each Director will serve a term ending with the 20192021 annual meeting. Each nominee has agreed to be named in this proxy statement and to serve as a Director, if elected. If any Director is unable to stand for election at the annual meeting, the Board may reduce the number of Directors or designate a substitute. In that case, shares represented by proxies may be voted for a substitute Director. Exelon does not expect that any Director nominee will be unable to serve.

Nancy Gioia announced her decisionIn addition to not stand for election at the 2018 annual shareholders meeting. The Board wishes to acknowledge Ms. Gioia’s service and dedication to Exelon.

The Corporate Governance Committee and the Board believe the skills, characteristics, core competencies and experiences listed above are well represented amongother attributes previously described, the Director nominees.

The Committee and Board also believe the nominees represent an effective mix of backgrounds, experience and diversity.

KEY BOARD FACTS

17%
Diversity of
Race/Ethnicity
92%
Independent,
including
our Chairman
65 years
Average age
17%
Female
8.6 years
Average Tenure

The Corporate Governance Committee also considers whether each nominee has the time available, in light of other business and personal commitments.commitments, to effectively serve on Exelon’s Board. Among the criteria consideredthe Committee considers is whetherthe degree to which any incumbent Director nominee demonstrates effective and productive preparedness and engagement required for effective service to the Board and its Committees.engagement. The Board has adopted limits for service on other board membershipsboards, providing that Directors who serve as the CEO of a public company should not serve on more than two other public company boards in addition to Exelon and its subsidiary boards. Other Directors should not serve on the boards of more than four other public companies in addition to the Exelon Board and its subsidiary boards.

In connection with the nomination of Stephen Steinour, theThe Corporate Governance Committee considered Mr. Steinour’s consistently demonstrated preparedness, engagement, and attention to Exelonthe Board stewardshipbelieve the skills and his vigorous leadershipexperiences detailed above are well represented among the Director nominees and reflect an effective mix of the Financebackgrounds, experience and Risk Committee.diversity.

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Anthony K. Anderson


Age:

Mr. Anderson’s broad experience in finance, risk management, corporate governance, and executive leadership gained through his board service experiences, successful career with Ernst & Young that culminated in his role as Vice Chair, and his 20+ years of experience as an audit partner and certified public accountant deeply enhance his contributions to the Exelon Board, add value to his leadership of the Audit Committee, and roles on the Risk and Corporate Governance Committees.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
Former Vice Chair and Midwest Area Managing Partner ofErnst & Young, a global assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services firm, until his retirement in 2012 following a 35-year career with EY.
Director of theFederal Reserve Bank of Chicagofrom 2008 – 2010.
Executive Committee member,United States Golf Association.62

Director since: 2013

Committee Memberships:
Audit (Chair)
Finance and Risk
Generation Oversight

Career Highlights
Mr. Anderson served as the Vice Chair and Midwest Area Managing Partner of Ernst & Young (EY), a global assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services firm, until his retirement in 2012. During Mr. Anderson’s 35-year career with EY, he oversaw a practice of 3,500 audit, tax, and transaction professionals serving clients throughout the Midwest and also served for six years in the Los Angeles area as managing partner of EY’s Pacific Southwest region. Mr. Anderson also served as a member of EY’s governing body, the Americas Executive Board.

Board Service
Mr. Anderson currently serves as a director of AAR Corp. (aerospace and defense), Avery Dennison (manufacturer of adhesive technologies, display graphics and packaging materials), and Marsh & McLennan Companies (global professional services firm). He is also a director of the Regional Transportation Authority (oversight body for regional transportation agencies), chairman of the board of the Perspectives Charter School, and on the board of directors for World Business Chicago.

Mr. Anderson previously served as a director of First American Financial Corporation from 2012 to 2016 and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago from 2008 to 2010. Mr. Anderson also previously served as a director of The Chicago Council on Global Affairs and as a director of the Chicago Urban League.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Mr. Anderson’s experience as the vice chair of a global professional services firm and his training and experience as an audit partner and certified public accountant enhance his contribution to the Exelon Board and add value to his leadership of the Audit Committee and service on the Finance and Risk Committee.

Accounting
Other Current Public Company Service:
AAR Corp. | 2012 – Present |Aerospace and financial reporting experiencedefense
Avery Dennison | 2012 – Present |Manufacturing of adhesive technologies, display graphics, and packaging materials
Marsh & McLennan Companies | 2016 – Present |Global professional services firm

Prior Public Company Service:
First American Financial Corporation | 2012 – 2016 |Financial services, title insurance and services, and specialty insurance
   Primary Skills
& Core
Competencies:              
Accounting
Corporate finance and capital management experienceFinance
Executive
Compensation
Risk
Diversity
 CEO/


Ms. Berzin’s executive leadership experience, background in securities legal practice, and expertise in complex investment and financial products bring key insight to the Company’s financial affairs, risk management, borrowings, capitalization, and liquidity and add value to her leadership skillsof the Risk Committee.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer ofFinancial Guaranty Insurance Company, an insurer of municipal bonds, asset-backed securities and structured finance obligations (1992 – 2001). Ms. Berzin joined FGIC in 1985 as its General Counsel following seven years of securities practice in New York City.
Director ofBaltimore Gas & Electric Company (Exelon Subsidiary)
Former Director ofConstellation Energy (2008 – 2012)

Other Current Public Company Service:
Trane Technologies plc (formerly Ingersoll-Rand plc) | 2001 – Present |Industrial manufacturing
   Primary Skills
& Core
Competencies:              
Human resource management and executive compensation knowledgeAccounting
Risk oversight and risk management experienceFinance
Executive
Risk
Investor
perspective
Diversity

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Ann C. Berzin


Age:66

Director since:2012

Committee Memberships:
Audit
Finance and Risk

Career Highlights
Ms. Berzin served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Financial Guaranty Insurance Company (FGIC), an insurer of municipal bonds, asset-backed securities and structured finance obligations, from 1992 to 2001. Ms. Berzin joined FGIC in 1985 as its General Counsel following seven years of securities law practice in New York City.

Board Service
Ms. Berzin currently serves as a director of Ingersoll-Rand plc (industrial manufacturing). Ms. Berzin previously served as a director of Kindred Healthcare, Inc. from 2006 to 2012 and as a director of Constellation Energy Group from 2008 to 2012 when Constellation merged with Exelon.

Ms. Berzin also serves on the board of Baltimore Gas and Electric Company, an Exelon subsidiary.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Ms. Berzin has broad business and executive leadership experience, as well as expertise in the financial services sector, which is particularly valuable for her service on the Audit and Finance and Risk Committees.

Accounting and financial reporting experienceCorporate finance and capital management experienceCEO/executive management leadership skillsRisk oversight and risk management experience
Investor relations and investment management experience

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Christopher M. Crane


Age:59

Director since:2012

Committee Memberships:
Finance and Risk
Generation Oversight
Investment Oversight

Career Highlights
Mr. Crane is President and Chief Executive Officer of Exelon Corporation. Previously, he served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Exelon and Exelon Generation from 2008 to 2012. In that role, he oversaw one of the U.S. industry’s largest portfolios of electric generating capacity, with a multi-regional reach and the nation’s largest fleet of nuclear power plants. He directed a broad range of activities including major acquisitions, transmission strategy, cost management initiatives, major capital programs, generation asset optimization and generation development. Mr. Crane is one of the leading executives in the electric utility and power industries.

Board Service
Mr. Crane is vice-chairman and a member of the executive committee of the Edison Electric Institute. He also serves as vice-chairman of the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations, the industry organization promoting the highest levels of safety and reliability in nuclear plant operation.

Mr. Crane previously served as vice chairman of the Nuclear Energy Institute, the nation’s nuclear industry trade association. Mr. Crane served as a director of Aleris International Inc. from 2010 to 2013.

Mr. Crane also serves as Chair of the boards of directors of Exelon subsidiaries Baltimore Gas and Electric Company, Commonwealth Edison Company, PECO Energy Company, and Pepco Holdings LLC.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
In his role, Mr. Crane oversees a family of companies representing every stage of the energy business, including Exelon Generation, one of the largest, cleanest, and lowest-cost power generation fleets in the country. Mr. Crane also oversees Exelon’s six utilities, which deliver electricity and natural gas to approximately 10 million customers in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

Accounting and financial reporting experienceCorporate finance and capital management experienceCEO/executive management leadership skillsHuman resource management and executive compensation knowledge
Innovation and technology experienceSafety and Security (including physical and cyber)Industry experience and knowledge of Exelon’s businessGovernment/ public policy and regulatory insights
Risk oversight and risk management experienceInvestor relations and investment management experienceManufacturing, construction, engineering, and performance management experience

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Yves C. de Balmann


Age:71

Director since:2012

Committee Memberships:
Compensation and Leadership Development (Chair)

Ms. Brlas has proven leadership skills derived from her significant experience as an executive leader at global, capital-intensive companies. Her operations and finance experience in the natural resources industry as well as her background in financial and governance matters bring valuable insight to the Board.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
Former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer ofNewmont Mining Corporation, a global gold mining company (2013 – 2016)
Multiple senior positions, most recently as Executive Vice President and President, Global Operations,Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc.which specializes in the mining, beneficiation, and pelletizing of iron ore (2006 – 2013)
Former Director ofCalpine Corporation, a company providing electricity generation from natural gas and geothermal resources and retail power provider (2016 – 2018)

Other Current Public Company Service:
Albemarle Corporation | 2017 – Present |Global chemical manufacturer
Graphic Packaging Holding Company | 2019 – Present |Consumer packaging

Prior Public Company Service:
Perrigo Company plc | 2003 – 2019; Chair 2016 – 2019 |Over the counter pharmaceutical and nutritional product manufacturing
Corporate Governance
Finance and Risk

Career Highlights
Mr. de Balmann served as the Co-Chairman of Bregal Investments LP (private equity investing firm) from 2002 to 2012. Previously, he was Vice-Chairman of Bankers Trust Corporation, in charge of Global Investment Banking, until its merger with Deutsche Bank in 1999 at which time he became Co-Head of Deutsche Bank’s Global Investment Bank and Co-Chairman and Co-Chief Executive Officer of Deutsche Banc Alex. Brown from 1999 to 2001. He remained a Senior Advisor to Deutsche Bank AG from 2001 to 2003. 

Board Service
Mr. de Balmann currently serves as a director of ESI Group (virtual prototyping software and services) which is listed in compartment B of Euronext Paris. Previously, Mr. de Balmann served as a director of Laureate Education, Inc. and as the non-executive chairman of Conversant Intellectual Property Management. Mr. de Balmann also served as a director of Constellation Energy Group from 2003 to 2012 when Constellation merged with Exelon.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Mr. de Balmann has extensive experience in corporate finance, including the derivatives and capital markets as well as industry experience as a director of Constellation Energy Group from 2003 to 2012. His background leading major organizations informs his leadership of the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee.

Corporate finance and capital management experience   Primary Skills
& Core
Competencies:              
Accounting
CEO/executive management leadership skillsFinance
Executive
Compensation
Investor
perspective
Diversity
 Human resource management





Mr. Crane’s qualifications include senior leadership experience and broad energy industry experience, including regulation, operations, nuclear generation, and major capital projects. His role as a leading executive compensation knowledgewithin the electric utility and power industries provides valuable insight to the Board, particularly their oversight of strategy and risk.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
President and Chief Executive Officer of Exelon Corporation; previously served as President Chief Operating Officer of Exelon and Exelon Generation (2008 – 2012)
Chairman of theEdison Electric Institute, leading association representing all U.S. investor-owned electric companies
Director and Former Chairman of theInstitute of Nuclear Power Operations, industry organization promoting safety and reliability in nuclear plant operation
Director,AEGIS Insurance Services, a mutual insurance company providing services to the energy industry
Former Chairman,Nuclear Energy Institute, the nation’s nuclear industry trade association

Other Current Public Company Service:
None
   Risk oversight and risk management experiencePrimary Skills
& Core
Competencies:              
Investor relations and investment management experienceAccounting
Finance
Executive
Compensation
Technology
Safety & Security
Industry
Policy
Risk
Investor
perspective
Engineering &
Manufacturing

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Nicholas DeBenedictis


Age:72

Director since:2002

Committee Memberships:
Corporate Governance
Finance and Risk
Generation Oversight

Career Highlights
Mr. DeBenedictis currently serves as Chairman Emeritus of Aqua America Inc. (water utility operating in eight states) and served as its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer from 1993 to 2015. As CEO of Aqua America, Mr. DeBenedictis gained experience in dealing with many of the same development, land use, and utility regulatory issues that affect Exelon and its subsidiaries. Mr. DeBenedictis also has extensive experience in environmental regulation and economic development, having served in two cabinet positions in the Pennsylvania government: Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Resources and Director of the Office of Economic Development. He also spent eight years with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and was President of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce for three years.

Board Service
In addition to serving as Chairman Emeritus of Aqua America, Mr. DeBenedictis has served as a director of MISTRAS Group (asset protection solutions) since 2015 and as a director of P.H. Glatfelter, Inc. (global supplier of specialty papers and engineered products) since 1995. Previously, Mr. DeBenedictis served as a director of Met-Pro Corporation from 1997 to 2010.

Mr. DeBenedictis also serves on the boards of Commonwealth Edison Company and PECO Energy Company, which are Exelon subsidiaries.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
As a leader in the greater Philadelphia business community, Mr. DeBenedictis has deep knowledge of the communities and local economies served by PECO. Mr. DeBenedictis’ experiences as former CEO of a public company, service on other company boards, former utility executive, familiarity and experience with environmental regulations, and his educational background in environmental engineering and science, all provide valuable perspectives to Exelon’s Board, Finance and Risk, Generation Oversight, and Corporate Governance Committees.

Corporate

Mr. de Balmann has extensive experience in corporate finance, including the derivatives and capital managementmarkets as well as industry experience as a former director of Constellation Energy. His deep knowledge of compensation and governance matters are also of significant value to the Board and to his role as chair of the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
Former Co-Chairman ofBregal Investments LP, a private equity investing firm (2002 – 2012)
Executive Partner,Bridge Growth Partners, private equity firm focusing on technology and financial services companies
Former Co-Head ofDeutsche Bank’s Global Investment Bank and former Co-Chair and Co-CEO of Deutsche Bank Alex. Brown
Former Vice-Chairman,Bankers Trust Corporation
Former Director ofConstellation Energy (2003 – 2012)

Other Current Public Company Service:
ESI Group | 2016 – Present |Virtual prototyping software and services
   Primary Skills
& Core
Competencies:
Finance
CEO/executive management leadership skillsExecutive
Compensation              
Risk
Investor
perspective


 
Industry

Mr. DeBenedictis has wide-ranging experience with government and knowledge of Exelon’s business

Government/ public policy, and regulatory insights
Risk oversightregulated industries, strategic planning, operations and risk management and corporate governance having served as a director of public companies for over 25 years. Additionally, his experience as the CEO of a public utility company provides insight on many of the same development, land use, and environmental and utility regulatory issues that affect Exelon and its subsidiaries.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
Chairman Emeritus ofAqua America Inc., a public water utility (previously served as President & CEO from 1993 – 2015)
Former Secretary of thePennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Former Director of thePennsylvania Office of Economic Development
Prior senior-level positions withU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Director Emeritus,Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
Director,PECO Energy Company & Commonwealth Edison Company(Exelon subsidiaries)

Other Current Public Company Service:
Aqua America | 1993 – Present |Water utility
MISTRAS Group | 2015 – Present |Asset protection solutions
P.H. Glatfelter, Inc. | 1995 – Present |Global supplier of specialty papers and engineered products
Primary Skills
& Core
Competencies:
Finance
Executive                     
Industry
Policy
Risk




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Linda P. Jojo


Age:52

Director since:2015

Committee Memberships:
Compensation and Leadership Development

Ms. Jojo’s wealth of experience leading complex IT organizations brings valuable technology and innovation expertise to the Board. Additionally, her educational background in computer science and industrial engineering lends expertise to the Board’s risk oversight and cybersecurity programs and initiatives.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
Executive Vice President, Technology & Chief Digital Officer ofUnited Airlines Holdings, Inc.(2014 – Present)
Former Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer for Rogers Communications Inc., a wireless communications and media company, from 2011 to 2014
Former Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer forEnergy Future Holdings Corporation, which held a portfolio of competitive and regulated energy companies, from 2008 to 2011
Director of theFederal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Other Current Public Company Service:
None
Finance and Risk

Career Highlights
Ms. Jojo is Executive Vice President, Technology and Chief Digital Officer of United Continental Holdings, Inc. (commercial airline). She is responsible for the effective implementation and management of technology strategy and solutions supporting United’s global business. She has held her current position at United since 2014. Prior to joining United, she served as Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer for Rogers Communications Inc. from 2011 to 2014 (wireless communication and media company), where she was responsible for all IT systems for both customer facing and business support systems. Prior to this, Ms. Jojo served in other senior officer roles at Energy Future Holdings Corporation (held a portfolio of competitive and regulated energy companies), Flowserve Corporation (suppliers of industrial and environmental machinery), General Electric, and General Electric Silicones.

Board Service
Ms. Jojo serves as vice-chair of the board of trustees of the Adler Planetarium in Chicago, Illinois.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Ms. Jojo has a wealth of experience leading complex IT organizations and brings important information technology and innovation expertise to Exelon’s Board. Ms. Jojo’s educational background in computer science and industrial engineering also lend expertise to Exelon’s risk oversight areas and cybersecurity initiatives.

Human resource management and executive compensation knowledge   Primary Skills
& Core
Competencies:
Compensation         
InnovationTechnology
Safety & Security
Industry
Engineering & Manufacturing
Diversity

Dr. Joskow’s research and consulting activity have focused on the electric power industry, electricity pricing, fuel supply, demand, generating technology, experienceand regulation. As a result, his extensive knowledge of industrial organization, energy and environmental economics, and government regulation offer unique insights for the Board.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
President Emeritus of theAlfred P. Sloan Foundation(2017 – Present; previously served as President from 2008 to 2017)
Elizabeth and James Killian Professor of Economics, Emeritus at theMassachusetts Institute of Technology(MIT)
Former Director of MIT’sCenter for Energy & Environmental Policy Research
Former Member of the EPA’sAcid Rain Advisory Committee
Former Member of theNational Commission on Energy Policy
Former Member of theSecretary of Energy Advisory Board
Former Chair of theNational AcademiesBoard on Science, Technology and Economic Policy

Other Current Public Company Service:
None
   Safety and Security (including physical and cyber)Primary Skills
& Core
Competencies:
Industry experience and knowledge of Exelon’s business
Manufacturing, construction, engineering, and performance management experienceExecutive                     
Technology
Industry
Policy
Investor perspective
   Military Experience



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Paul L. Joskow, Ph. D.


Age:70

Director since:2007

Committee Memberships:
Audit

Mr. Lawless has deep executive leadership, strategic planning, and corporate governance experience. As a former CEO of a Fortune 1000 public company, he provides critical perspectives on governance and other public company issues that inform his leadership of the Corporate Governance Committee.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
Former President, Chairman & CEO,McCormick & Company, Inc., a global food manufacturing company, having served as President from 1996 to 2006, as CEO from 1997 to 2008, and as Chairman from 1997 until 2009. Previously held numerous senior level positions during his 20+ year career with the company.
Director ofThe Baltimore Life Insurance Company
Former Director ofCarpenter Technology Corporation(1997 – 2004), which specializes in developing and manufacturing high-performance alloys
Former Director ofConstellation Energy(2002 – 2012)

Other Current Public Company Service:
None
Finance and Risk
Investment Oversight

Career Highlights
Dr. Joskow is the Elizabeth and James Killian Professor of Economics, Emeritus at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He is also the President Emeritus of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, where he served as president for ten years until 2017. Dr. Joskow joined the MIT faculty in 1972. He served as head of the MIT Department of Economics from 1994 to 1998 and as Director of the MIT Center for Energy and Environmental Policy Research from 1999 to 2007. Dr. Joskow’s teaching and research has been in the areas of industrial organization, energy and environmental economics, competition policy, and government regulation of industry. Much of his research and consulting activity has focused on the electric power industry, electricity pricing, fuel supply, demand, generating technology, and regulation.

Dr. Joskow has served on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Acid Rain Advisory Committee and on the Environmental Economics Committee of the EPA’s Science Advisory Board. Dr. Joskow also served on the National Commission on Energy Policy, as a member of the Secretary of Energy Advisory Board, and as chair of the National Academies Board on Science, Technology and Economic Policy. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, a fellow of the Econometric Society and a distinguished fellow of the American Economic Association.

Board Service
Dr. Joskow currently serves as a member of the board of trustees of the Putnam Mutual Funds. He previously served as a director of New England Electric System from 1987 to 2000 until it was acquired by National Grid, following which he served as a director of National Grid plc from 2000 to 2007. Dr. Joskow served as a director of TransCanada Corporation from 2004 to 2013.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Dr. Joskow’s extensive background in economics and energy and his experience as a utility director offer a unique set of skills to the Company’s Board of Directors.

CEO/executive management leadership skills   Primary Skills
& Core
Competencies:
Accounting
IndustryExecutive                     
Compensation
Investor perspective
Engineering &
Manufacturing


Admiral Richardson’s experience leading the U.S. Navy as well as his expertise in nuclear oversight and operational excellence brings invaluable knowledge to the Board and richly informs his service on the Risk Committee and leadership of Exelon’s businessthe Generation Oversight Committee.

Experience:
FormerChief of Naval Operations(2015 – 2019)
Held various positions during 37-year career with theU.S. Navyincluding commander of various submarine forces, Director of Naval Reactors where he was responsible for the full life-cycle, including regulatory responsibilities, of more than 90 reactors operating around the world on nuclear-powered warships, naval aide to the President, and Director of Strategy and Policy at U.S. Joint Forces Command
Trustee,Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Director,Center for New American Security

Other Current Public Company Service:
The Boeing Company | 2019 – Present |Aerospace company
   Government/ public policy and regulatory insightsPrimary Skills
& Core
Competencies:
Innovation and technology experience
Investor relations and investment management experienceExecutive                     
Technology
Safety & Security
Industry
Risk
   Military Experience


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Robert J. Lawless


Age:71

Director since:2012

Committee Memberships:
Corporate Governance (Chair)
Compensation and Leadership Development
Finance and Risk

Career Highlights
Mr. Lawless served as Chairman of McCormick & Company, Inc. (food manufacturing industry) from 1997 to 2009, having also served as its President until 2006, and its Chief Executive Officer until his retirement in 2008.

Board Service
Mr. Lawless currently serves as a director of The Baltimore Life Insurance Company (insurance provider). Mr. Lawless previously served as a director of Constellation Energy Group from 2002 to 2012 when Constellation merged with Exelon.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Mr. Lawless has extensive executive leadership and strategic planning experience. As a former chief executive officer of a public company, he provides critical perspectives on governance and other public company issues that inform his leadership of the Corporate Governance Committee.

Accounting

Mr. Shattuck’s executive leadership experience in business and the energy industry enables him to effectively identify strategic priorities and oversee the execution of strategic priorities. His operational experience leading a nuclear utility similar in substance to Exelon’s and financial reportingexpertise from his experience in the financial services industry also brings valuable perspectives to his leadership of the Board.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
Former Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer ofConstellation Energy(2001 – 2012)
Former President,Alex. Brown & Sons
Former Chairman,Institute of Nuclear Power Operations, industry organization promoting safety and reliability in nuclear plant operation
Former Executive Committee Member,Edison Electric Institute, leading association representing all U.S. investor-owned electric companies
Former Chairman,Center for Strategic & International Studies – Commission on Nuclear Energy
Chairman,Johns Hopkins Hospital

Other Current Public Company Service:
Gap, Inc. | 2002 – Present |Clothing retailer
Capital One Financial Corporation | 2003 – Present |Banking and financial services
Alarm.com | 2014 – Present |Cloud-based security and monitoring services
   Primary Skills
& Core
Competencies:
Finance
CEO/executive management leadership skillsExecutive                     
Compensation
Industry
Risk
 Human resource management


































Mr. Young’s far-reaching leadership, operational expertise as a former nuclear utility CEO, and executive compensationdeep industry knowledge bring valuable and broad industry insights to the Board. Additionally, his background in finance and investor relations brings important investor perspectives.

Skills & Experience Aligned with Our Strategy:
Former President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director ofEnergy Future Holdings Corp., which held a portfolio of competitive and regulated energy companies (2008 – 2016)
Former Chief Financial Officer ofExelon Corporation(2005 – 2008) and former President of Exelon Generation (2004 – 2005)
Former Senior Vice President,Sierra Pacific Resources(now NV Energy), a public gas & electric utility company
Former Executive Vice President,Southern Company, a public gas & electric utility company
Former Director,Nuclear Energy Institute, the nation’s nuclear industry trade association
Former Director,Edison Electric Institute, leading association representing all U.S. investor-owned electric companies

Other Current Public Company Service:
None

Prior Public Company Service:
CSRA, Inc. | 2016 – 2018 |IT and cybersecurity services
   Investor relations and investment management experiencePrimary Skills
& Core
Competencies:
Manufacturing, construction, engineering, and performance management experienceFinance
Executive                     
Safety & Security
Industry
Risk
Military Experience
 
















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Richard W. Mies


Age:73

Director since:2009

Committee Memberships:
Generation Oversight (Chair)
Audit
Finance and Risk

Career Highlights
Admiral Mies is President and Chief Executive Officer of The Mies Group, Ltd, a private consulting firm, providing strategic planning and risk assessment advice and assistance to clients on international security, energy, defense, and maritime issues. A graduate of the Naval Academy, he completed a 35-year career as a nuclear submariner in the US Navy. Admiral Mies has a wide range of operational command experience, having served as the senior operational commander of the US Submarine Force, and commander of the U.S. Strategic Command for four years prior to his retirement in 2002. Following his retirement, Admiral Mies served as a Senior Vice President of Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), a provider of scientific and engineering applications for national security, energy, and the environment, and as President and Chief Executive Officer of Hicks and Associates, Inc., a subsidiary of SAIC from 2002 to 2007.

Board Service
From 2008 to 2010, Admiral Mies served as a director of McDermott International. In 2010, he transitioned to the board of Babcock and Wilcox (B&W), an equipment and technology provider to the energy industry, when that company spun off from McDermott International. Following the split of B&W into Babcock and Wilcox Enterprises and BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT), he transitioned to the board of BWXT, a supplier to the nuclear power industry, where he currently serves as a director. He is also a member of the board of governors for Los Alamos National Security, LLC and the board of governors for Lawrence Livermore National Security LLC. Admiral Mies previously served as a director of Mutual of Omaha from 2002 to 2014.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Admiral Mies’ extensive educational background in mechanical engineering and mathematics, and post-graduate studies and degrees in government administration and international relations at Oxford University, the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, and Harvard University contribute to his insights and leadership of the Generation Oversight Committee and his service on the Finance and Risk, and Audit Committees. His deep leadership experience with nuclear power and strategic planning in the Navy and in business and through his experience on the boards of other companies enable his ability to provide thoughtful contributions to the Exelon Board.

CEO/executive management leadership skillsInnovation and technology experienceSafety and Security (including physical and cyber)Industry experience and knowledge of Exelon’s business
Risk oversight and risk management experience

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John W. Rogers, Jr.


Age:59

Director since:2000

Committee Memberships:
Investment Oversight (Chair)
Corporate Governance Committee
Finance and Risk until April 2017

Career Highlights
Mr. Rogers is the Chairman and CEO of Ariel Investments, LLC, an institutional money management firm that he founded in 1983. Mr. Rogers also serves as trustee of the Ariel Investment Trust.

Board Service
Mr. Rogers has served as a director of McDonald’s Corporation (global foodservice retailer) since 2003. He previously served as a director of Aon Corporation from 1993 to 2012; GATX Corporation from 1998 to 2004; Bank One Corporation from 1998 to 2004; and Bally Total Fitness from 2003 to 2006.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Mr. Rogers’ broad experience on the boards of a number of major public corporations doing business in a variety of industries has made him a leader in the Chicago business community with perspectives into Chicago business developments. His role in Chicago’s and the nation’s African-American community brings diversity to the Board and emphasis to Exelon’s robust diversity initiatives and community outreach. His success in investment management and the financial markets, and board service at an insurance brokerage and services company, provide him with honed skills and expertise ideal to his leadership of the Investment Oversight Committee and its role in managing Exelon’s extensive nuclear decommissioning, pension, and post-retirement benefit trust funds. Mr. Rogers’ service on the boards and committees of other companies has provided experience that adds further depth to the Corporate Governance Committee. He was named one of six 2010 Outstanding Directors by the Outstanding Directors Exchange.

Corporate finance and capital management experienceCEO/executive management leadership skillsGovernment/ public policy and regulatory insightsInvestor relations and investment management experience
Human resource management and executive compensation knowledge

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Mayo A. Shattuck III


Chairman of the Board

Age:63

Director since:2012

Committee Memberships:
Finance and Risk
Generation Oversight
Investment Oversight

Career Highlights
Mr. Shattuck serves as the independent Board Chair of Exelon Corporation. He previously served as Executive Chair of Exelon from 2012 to 2013. Prior to joining Exelon, Mr. Shattuck was the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Constellation Energy from 2001 until 2012, when Constellation merged with Exelon. Prior to this, Mr. Shattuck was at Deutsche Bank, where he served as Chairman of the Board of Deutsche Bank Alex. Brown and, during his tenure, also served as Global Head of Investment Banking and Global Head of Private Banking. From 1997 to 1999, he served as Vice Chairman of Bankers Trust Corporation, which merged with Deutsche Bank in 1999. From 1991 until 1997, Mr. Shattuck was President and Chief Operating Officer and a Director of Alex. Brown Inc., which merged with Bankers Trust in 1997.

Mr. Shattuck is the past chairman of the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations and was previously a member of the executive committee of the board of Edison Electric Institute. He was also co-chairman of the Center for Strategic & International Studies Commission on Nuclear Policy in the United States.

Board Service
Mr. Shattuck currently serves as a director of Gap Inc. (clothing retailer), Capital One Financial Corporation (commercial banking services), and at Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (cloud-based security and monitoring services).

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Mr. Shattuck’s qualifications to serve as Board Chair include his extensive experience in business, and the energy industry in particular, gained from his service as Constellation Energy’s Chief Executive Officer, which enables him to effectively identify strategic priorities and oversee the execution of strategic initiatives. His financial expertise from his years of experience in the financial services industry also brings valuable perspectives to the Board.

Corporate finance and capital management experienceCEO/executive management leadership skillsHuman resource management and executive compensation knowledgeIndustry experience and knowledge of Exelon’s business
Risk oversight and risk management experience

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Stephen D. Steinour


Age:59

Director since:2007

Committee Memberships:
Finance and Risk (Chair)
Audit

Career Highlights
Mr. Steinour is Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated, a regional bank-holding company delivering a full suite of commercial and retail banking, investment management, and insurance services across the Midwest. Mr. Steinour joined Huntington in 2009 from CrossHarbor Capital (investment firm) where he served as Managing Partner. Previously, he served as President and CEO of Citizens Financial Group (commercial bank holding company), as Division Executive for Fleet Financial Group (asset management company), and as Executive Vice President at Bank of New England.

Board Service
Since 2014, Mr. Steinour has served as a director of L Brands, Inc. (fashion retailer). Mr. Steinour also serves on the board of directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland and is a trustee of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. He is a member of the Financial Services Roundtable and The Columbus Partnership. He is vice chair of the Columbus Downtown Development Corporation and is a member of the Ohio Business Roundtable.

In connection with the nomination of Mr. Steinour, the Corporate Governance Committee considered his consistently demonstrated preparedness, engagement, and attention to Exelon Board stewardship and his vigorous leadership of the Finance and Risk Committee.

Primary Skills, Core Competencies and Attributes
Mr. Steinour’s experience leading Huntington Bancshares provides him with a strong background in mergers and acquisitions, including post-merger integration and conversions, business development, creation, and partnerships. His deep banking experience provides market experience important to Exelon Generation and the utility businesses and his experience in credit and risk management, credit and capital markets, enhances his value to the Exelon Board and its Finance and Risk and Audit Committees. Mr. Steinour’s educational achievements in the Executive Program in Leadership at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business and economics also provide informed insights. Mr. Steinour was named to the 2016 “Directorship 100” list issued by the National Association of Corporate Directors.

Accounting and financial reporting experienceCorporate finance and capital management experienceCEO/executive management leadership skillsRisk oversight and risk management experience
Investor relations and investment management experience

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Director Independence

The Board has determined that all non-employee Directors who served on the Board in 2017 and all nominees for election, except for Mr. Crane, are independent according to applicable law and the listing standards of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), as incorporated into the Independence Standards for Directors found in Exelon’s Corporate Governance Principles. The Board has also determined that the members of the Audit, Compensation and Leadership Development, and Corporate Governance Committees are independent within the meaning of applicable laws, the listing standards of the NYSE, and the Independence Standards for Directors. Mr. Crane is not considered independent because of his employment as President and Chief Executive Officer of Exelon.

Pursuant to Exelon’s related person transactions policy, the Board also takes into account information provided by Directors about business and familial-based relationships with Exelon including other boards on which they may serve and charitable, civic, cultural and professional affiliations. Under the policy, all transactions and relationships are evaluated by Exelon’s Office of Corporate Governance, and information is presented to the Corporate Governance Committee and Board for a determination of the materiality of such relationships on independence and for the approval of any related person transactions identified. Details related to all transactions reviewed are provided in the chart below.

When assessing the independence of Director nominees, the Corporate Governance Committee takes into account the impact that tenure may have on the independence of certain longer-tenured incumbent Board nominees. The Board places a high value on the perspectives and contributions that our longer serving Directors provide to Board discussions, having served Exelon during various industry developments and with different management teams over the years. The Board determined that the independence of the longer-tenured Directors has not been diminished by their years of service on the Board. Exelon’s longer-tenured Directors continue to thoughtfully challenge management and provide reasoned, balanced, and insightful guidance to senior management and the Board and its decisions.

In January 2018, the Board amended the Corporate Governance Principles and, as part of the amendments, determined that certain categories of relationships do not affect a Director’s independence. These Categorical Standards of Independence are set forth in Appendix A-4. The amended Corporate Governance Principles and Categorical Standards of Independence were not applied to the independence determinations made in January 2018, but will be applied in future determinations.

DirectorSummary of Relationship
Anthony K. AndersonMr. Anderson serves as a director of Avery Dennison, a public company, which purchased power and gas in 2017 from Exelon subsidiary Constellation Energy, based on a competitively bid process.
Ann C. BerzinMs. Berzin serves as a director of Ingersoll Rand plc, a public company that provided equipment and services to Exelon Generation. In 2017, Exelon paid Ingersoll Rand approximately $574,000. In addition, Ingersoll Rand purchased power in 2017 from Exelon subsidiary, Constellation Energy, based on a competitively bid process.
Nicholas DeBenedictis

Mr. DeBenedictis serves as the Chairman Emeritus of Aqua America, a public water utility company that supplied water in 2017 to PECO, an Exelon subsidiary, under tariffed utility rates. Aqua America is also a customer of Exelon subsidiaries, PECO, ComEd, and Constellation Energy for which it paid approximately $14.1 million for power and gas at tariffed rates or through a competitively bid process in 2017.

Mr. DeBenedictis serves as a director of Independence Blue Cross, a not-for-profit company that received approximately $51.8 million from Exelon in 2017 for health care coverage for Exelon employees. The transaction was the result of a competitively bid process.

Mr. DeBenedictis serves as a director of MISTRAS Group, a public company which provides asset protection solutions. Exelon paid that company approximately $1.85 million in 2017. The transaction was the result of a competitively bid process.

Mr. DeBenedictis serves on the advisory board of Pennoni Associates, Inc., a company which provides engineering consulting services for which Exelon paid approximately $5.3 million in 2017 at arms-length terms.

Mr. DeBenedictis serves as a director of P.H. Glatfelter, a public manufacturing company to which Exelon paid $818,000 for Renewable Energy Credits in 2017. The transaction was effected through the use of a blind auction process.

Mr. DeBenedictis also serves on the advisory board of PNC Bank, a company that provides financial services and participates in some Exelon credit facilities at arms-length terms for which Exelon paid $7.2 million in 2017.

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DirectorSummary of Relationship
Nancy L. GioiaMs. Gioia serves as a director of Meggitt, PLC, an aerospace manufacturer listed on the London Stock Exchange that received approximately $715,000 from Exelon in 2017 for consulting services. The transactions were the result of a competitively bid process.
Linda P. JojoMs. Jojo is an employee of United Continental Holdings, a public company and commercial airline. In 2017, Exelon paid United approximately $5.7 million for regularly occurring employee travel at established market rates.
Richard W. Mies

Admiral Mies serves as a director of BWX Technologies, a public company that provides nuclear operations and technical services to Exelon Generation for which Exelon paid approximately $3 million in 2017. The transactions were the result of a competitively bid process.

Admiral Mies also serves as a consultant to LEIDOS, a public company to which Exelon paid approximately $3.2 million in 2017 for consulting services, amounting to less than 2% of LEIDOS’s consolidated gross revenues for 2017.

John W. Rogers, Jr.Mr. Rogers serves as a director of McDonald’s Corporation, a public company which purchased utility services at tariffed rates from Exelon’s utility subsidiaries, and power and gas from Constellation Energy as the result of a competitive bid process in 2017.
Mayo A. Shattuck IIIMr. Shattuck serves as a director of Gap Inc., a public company which purchased power and gas from Constellation Energy, an Exelon subsidiary in 2017. The transactions were the result of a competitively bid process.
Stephen D. SteinourMr. Steinour is the Chairman, President and CEO of Huntington Bancshares, a public company which is a part of a syndicate of banks that participate in Exelon’s credit facilities on similar terms. In 2017, Exelon paid Huntington Bancshares approximately $97,000 in fees.

Related Person Transactions

As referenced above, Exelon has a written policy for the review and approval or ratification of related person transactions. Transactions covered by the policy include commercial transactions for goods and services and the purchase of electricity or gas at non-tariffed rates from Exelon or any of its subsidiaries by an entity affiliated with a Director or officer of Exelon. The retail purchase of electricity or gas from Atlantic City Electric Company (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BGE), Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd), Delmarva Power and Light Company (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), or Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco) at rates set by tariff, and transactions between or among Exelon or its subsidiaries are not considered. Charitable contributions approved in accordance with Exelon’s Charitable Contribution Guidelines are deemed approved or ratified under the related persons transaction policy and do not require separate consideration and ratification.

As required by the policy, the Board reviewed all commercial, charitable, civic and other relationships with Exelon in 2017 that were disclosed by Directors and executive officers of Exelon, ACE, BGE, ComEd, DPL, PECO and Pepco, and by executive officers of Exelon Generation that required separate consideration and ratification. Exelon’s Office of Corporate Governance conducted due diligence on each of these transactions to determine the specific circumstances of the particular transaction, including whether it was competitively bid or whether the consideration paid was based on tariffed rates.

The Corporate Governance Committee and the Board reviewed the analysis prepared by the Office of Corporate Governance, which identified those transactions that required approval or ratification under the policy, or disclosure under U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules. The Committee recommended the Board’s ratification of all transactions because the related person served only as a director of the affiliated company, was not an officer or employee of the affiliated company and did not have a pecuniary or material interest in the transaction. For some transactions, the value or cost of the transaction was very small, and the Board considered the de minimis nature of the transaction as a further reason for ratifying it. The Board ratified other transactions that were the result of a competitive bidding process and therefore were considered fairly priced, or arms-length, regardless of any relationship. The remaining transactions were approved by the Board, even though the Director is an executive officer of the affiliated company, because the transactions involved only retail electricity or gas purchases under tariffed rates, the price and terms were determined to be the result of a competitive bidding process, or were provided at market terms generally available.

None of the transactions reviewed were determined to be material related person transactions requiring disclosure under SEC rules.

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TheOverview of Board’s Role and Responsibilities

Overview

Exelon’s business, property and affairs are managed under the direction of the Board of Directors. All Directors stand for election by shareholders annually and must receive a majority of the votes cast in uncontested elections. The Board considers the interests of all of its constituencies, which includeincludes shareholders, customers, employees, annuitants, suppliers, and the communities we serve, and the environment.serve. The Board is committed to ensuring that Exelon conducts business in accordance with the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and transparency.

Key Governance Highlights

Exelon’s Board remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance. We believe our strong corporate governance practices help us achieve our performance goals and maintain the trust and confidence of our shareholders, employees, customers, regulators, and other stakeholders. A summary of our corporate governance practices are described below and more detail is presented in our Corporate Governance Principles, which are available on the Exelon website atwww.exeloncorp.comon the Governance page located under the Investors tab.

Board Accountability & Shareholder Rights
Directors areelected annuallyby amajorityof votes cast in uncontested elections. The average level of vote support for Directors in 2019 was 95%.
Eligible shareholders may submit nominees for consideration by the Corporate Governance Committee or nominate Directors through Exelon’s “proxy access” bylaws.
Oversight of Risk Management
The Board regularly reviews management’s systematic approach to identifying and assessing risks faced by Exelon and each business unit, taking into account emerging trends and developments and in connection with capital investments and business opportunities.
Our Risk Committee oversees Exelon’s risk management strategy, policies and practices, and risk exposures.
Shareholder Engagement
Exelon has a long-standing practice of engaging with our shareholders on corporate governance matters throughout the year, as may be necessary or helpful, to understand the positions of our institutional investors and to share Exelon’s perspective on matters of mutual interest.
Regular and ongoing engagement with our shareholders helps to inform Board and Committee decisions on governance, compensation, environmental stewardship, and other matters.
Page 49 in our Compensation Discussion & Analysis section summarizes the input received during 2019 related to our executive compensation program.
Evaluations
Our Board and each of the Board’s five Committees undergoannual self-assessments.
Individual directors undergobiennial performance assessmentsthat include input from peers and select members of executive management. (See page 29 for details.)
Mandatory Retirement
Directors may not stand for election afterage 75.
Stock Ownership
Robust stock ownership guidelines require Directors to hold at least15,000 sharesof Exelon common stock within five years after joining the Board. Hedging, pledging, and short sales of Exelon stock are prohibited.
Board Limits
Directors should not serve on more than4 other public companies boardsin addition to Exelon and its subsidiaries
Any Director who serves as the CEO of a public company should not serve on more than2 other public company boardsin addition to Exelon.
Continuing Education
Continuing director education is provided during Board and Committee meetings.
The Company encourages Director participation in externally offered director development opportunities.
Other Governance Practices
Independent Directors meet regularly inexecutive sessionswithout management.
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Board Oversight of Risk

The Company operates in a complex market and regulatory environment that involvesenvironment. The Board has broad responsibility to provide oversight of significant risks manyprimarily through direct engagement with management and through delegation of ongoing risk oversight responsibilities to the Committees. Any risk oversight area not allocated to a Committee remains with the Board.

Each Committee reports regularly to the Board on discussions of enterprise risks for which are beyond its direct control. it is responsible. Furthermore, the Board regularly discusses enterprise risks in connection with the evaluation of capital investments, other business opportunities and strategies as well as emerging trends or developments.

The Company has anBoard regularly receives reports from:General Counsel • CEO of Exelon Utilities • Corporate Finance and Investor Relations • Human Resources and Diversity & Inclusion • Corporate Security (including Cyber Security) • Government Affairs & Public Policy • Compliance and Audit Services

Board Committees’ Oversight of Risk

Generation Oversight
Oversee risks in connection with nuclear and other generation operations including safety, system reliability, licensing, environmental regulation & policy, costs, fuel, health & safety, etc.
Oversee policies to mitigate risk (including cyber risk) associated with security and integrity of generating operations
Committee regularly receives reports from:Chief Nuclear Officer • Power • Generation Operations & Strategy • Industry Consultants • Site VPs • Plant Managers
Compensation and Leadership Development
Evaluate risks related to compensation policies and practices
Oversee leadership development & succession planning (other than CEO)
Partners with ERM to assess and validate controls in place to mitigate incentive compensation risks
Committee regularly receives reports from:Chief HR Officer • CFO • Executive Compensation • Independent Compensation Consultant
Corporate Governance
Oversee succession planning for CEO
Review risks related to governance and shareholder activism
Oversee sustainability and climate change strategies and efforts to protect and improve the environment
Committee regularly receives reports from:Chief Innovation & Sustainability Officer • Environmental Strategy • Chief HR Officer • Independent Compensation Consultant • Office of Corporate Governance
Audit
Review internal audit risk assessment and oversee risks associated with financial reporting
Oversee tax strategy & assessment of tax risks
Review conflicts of interest, ethics and compliance issues
Committee regularly receives reports from:CFO • Controller • Audit Services • Independent Auditor • Tax • General Counsel • Chief Compliance Officer
Risk

Oversight of enterprise risk and risk management strategies, policies, procedures and mitigation efforts, including insurance programs.

Committee regularly receives reports from:General Counsel • Chief Compliance Officer • Government Affairs • Chief Risk Officer • Chief Information Officer/Chief Digital Officer • Chief Security Officer • Generation

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Enterprise Risk Management

Exelon’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) group consisting of a Chief Enterprise Risk Officer, a Chief Commercial Risk Officer, a Chief Credit Officer, a Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management Operations, a Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management Analytics and a full-time staff of 124. The Enterprise Risk Management group draws upon other Company personnel for additional supportis focused on various matters related to the identification, assessment, management, mitigation and monitoring of risks through established key risk indicators of enterprise risks.indicators.

The Company alsoEach operating company has a Risk Management Committee (RMC) comprising select senior officers of the Company who meet regularly to discuss matters related to enterprise risk management generally and particular risks associated with new developments or proposed transactions under consideration.transactions. Each RMC is responsible for ensuring that processes are in place to identify and assess risks within that business unit as well as measuring and managing risk exposures in accordance with Exelon’s policies, programs, strategies, and risk appetite as approved by the Exelon Board.

The Chief Enterprise Risk Officerchief risk officer and the Risk Management CommitteeRMCs meet regularly meet with management of the Company to identify and evaluate the most significant risks of the businesses and appropriate steps to manage and mitigate those risks. In addition, the Chief Enterprise Risk Officer and the Enterprise Risk ManagementERM group perform aperforms regular assessmentassessments of enterprise risks drawing upon resources throughout the Company for an assessment ofassessing the probability and severity of identified risks as well as control effectiveness. These risk assessments which also include the review of operating company-specific key risk indicators, are discussed at operating company risk management committeesthe RMCs before being aggregated and discussed with the Board’s Finance and Risk Committee and Audit Committee and, when appropriate, the BGE, ComEd, PECO and PHI boards of directors.Committees.

The Finance and Risk, Audit, and Generation Oversight Committees regularly report on the Committees’ discussions of enterprise risks to the Board. Furthermore, the Board regularly discusses enterprise risks in connection with consideration of emerging trends or developments and in connection with the evaluation of capital investments and other business opportunities and business strategies.

Environmental, Social and Governance Oversight

Exelon’s strategy to grow and diversify the Company through targeted investments in our core markets and promising technologies with the potential to reshape the energy landscape include efforts to power a cleaner, brighter future for our customers and communities. We are committed to building the next-generation energy company and applying innovative technologies to manage energy use and meet customer expectations for clean, reliable and affordable power. The Corporate Governance Committee oversees the Company’s strategies and efforts to protect and improve the quality of the environment, sustainability policies and practices.

Director Attendance at Meetings of the Board of Directors and Shareholder Meetings


Attendance
The Board of Directors held fivesix meetings during 2017,2019, including a two-day strategy retreat with senior officers of Exelon and its subsidiary companies. Each incumbent Director nominee attended at least 75% of the combined Board and Committee meetings of which he or she was a member. Attendance at Board and Committee meetings during 20172019 averaged 96.84%97% for incumbent Directors as a group.
Attendance

While Exelon does not have a formal policy requiring attendance at the annual shareholders meeting, all Directors attended the 2019 annual shareholders meeting.

While Exelon does not have a formal policy requiring attendance at the annual shareholders meeting, all Directors attended the 2017 annual shareholders meeting.

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Board Structure

Board Leadership

Exelon’s bylaws permit the independent members of the Board to determine the leadership structure of the Board including whether the roles of Board Chair and Chief Executive Officer should be performed by the same individual or whether the roles should be performed by separate individuals. As a matter of policy, the Board believes that separation of these functions is not required, and whether to combine the roles or not is a matter for the Board’s sole discretion, taking into consideration the current and anticipated circumstances of the Company, the skills and experiences of the individual or individuals in question, and the leadership composition of the Board.

The Board reviews its leadership structure periodically and as circumstances warrant. The Board separated the roles of Board Chair and Chief Executive Officer in 2012 upon the completion of its merger with Constellation Energy Group and named Mayo Shattuck as Board Chair and Christopher Crane as President and Chief Executive Officer of Exelon. Wecontinues to find that this leadership structure ensures independent oversight and promotes the Board’s ability to effectively represent the best interests of all shareholders.

Because theThe Board is committed to continued independent oversight at all times, theand our Corporate Governance Principles provide that the independent members of the Board shall select and elect a Lead Independent Director in the event the Board Chair and Chief Executive role are held by the same individual, or the person holding the role of Board Chair is not independent under Exelon’s Independence Standards for Directors. At any time during which the position of Lead Independent Director may be required, but is vacant due to timing considerations, the Chair of the Corporate Governance Committee shall serve as the Lead Independent Director.

Exelon’s Corporate Governance Principles provide a full outline of the responsibilities for each of the Board Chair, Chief Executive Officer, and any Lead Independent Director.

Board CommitteesDiversity & Refreshment  

In 2017, six standing Committees assistedThe Corporate Governance Committee regularly reviews the composition of the Board. While the Corporate Governance Committee does not prescribe diversity standards, the Corporate Governance Committee considers diversity to be an important consideration when evaluating Board composition and director qualifications. The Corporate Governance Committee considers all aspects of diversity such as diversity of gender, race, background, skills and experience as well as thought.

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The Corporate Governance Committee is also responsible for considering the long-term composition of the Board and believes in carrying out its duties:balancing the value of industry knowledge and experience from longer-tenured directors with the new perspectives and fresh ideas that come from adding new directors to the Board.

Four of Exelon’s directors will reach the mandatory retirement age of 75 within the next three years. Accordingly, the Corporate Governance Committee has been actively engaged in board refreshment and succession planning. The Board has added three new directors since 2018.

In 2018, Laurie Brlas and John Young were added to the Board.
In 2019, Admiral Richardson was added to the Board.

Board Committees

There are five standing committees of the Board: the Audit Committee, the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee, the Corporate Governance Committee, the Finance and Risk Committee, the Generation Oversight Committee, and the InvestmentGeneration Oversight Committee. The Board Chair and CEO maygenerally attend all Committee meetings. Allmeetings and all Committees meet regularly in executive session without management.management present.

In December 2019, the Board dissolved the Investment Oversight Committee membership and principal responsibilitiesmoved the financial oversight of investment matters to the full Board. In January 2020, the Board shifted responsibility for each Committee is described below:

     Audit     Compensation
and Leadership
Development
     Corporate
Governance
     Finance
and Risk
     Generation
Oversight
     Investment
Oversight
AndersonC
Berzin
Crane
de BalmannC
DeBenedictis
Gioia(1)(1)
Jojo
Joskow
LawlessC
MiesC
Rogers(2)C
Shattuck
SteinourC
Meetings in 2017654442

CChair
Member

Notes:
(1)

Ms. Gioia will serve on the Finance and Risk and Generation Oversight Committees through the end of her tenure.

(2)

Mr. Rogers served on the Finance and Risk Committee until April 2017.

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corporate finance matters and transactions to the full Board and Corporate Governance Matterstherefore narrowed the role and responsibilities of the former Finance and Risk Committee to be focused on enterprise risk oversight and renamed the Committee accordingly as the Risk Committee.

Each Committee is governed by a Board-approved charter stating its responsibilities. Each charterresponsibilities and which is reviewed annually and updated as appropriate, to address changes in regulatory requirements, authoritative guidance, evolving oversight practices and investor feedback.appropriate. The charters were last amended on January 30, 2018, and are available on the Exelon website atwww.exeloncorp.comon the GovernanceBoard Committees page under the Investors tab. The charters are availableand in print to any shareholder who requests a copy from Exelon’s Corporate Secretary as described on page 8078 of this proxy statement.

Committee Membership

     Audit     Compensation
& Leadership
Development
     Corporate
Governance
     Generation
Oversight
     Risk     Special
Oversight

Anderson

(2)

Berzin

Brlas

Crane

de Balmann

DeBenedictis

Jojo

Joskow

Lawless

Richardson

(3)

Shattuck

Young

(1)
Number of Meetings in 2019544456
Audit Committee(1)Meetings in 2017: 6

Independence:The Audit Committee is composed entirely of independent Directors.

Report:Pages 42-43

Primary Responsibilities:

The Audit Committee’s primary responsibility is to assistMr. Young joined the Board of Directors in fulfilling its responsibility to oversee and review the quality and integrity of the Company’s financial statements and internal controls over financial reporting, the independent auditor’s qualifications and independence, and the performance of the Company’s internal audit function and of its independent auditor.

The Board of Directors has determined that each of the members of the Audit Committee is an “Audit Committee Financial Expert” for purposes of the SEC’s rules.

The Audit Committee’s principal duties include:

Having sole authority to appoint, retain, or replace the independent auditor, subject to shareholder ratification, and to oversee the independence, compensation and performance of the independent auditor;

Reviewing financial reporting and accounting policies and practices;
Overseeing the work of the internal auditor and reviewing internal controls;

With the advice and assistance of the Finance and Risk Committee, reviewing in a general manner the processes by which Exelon assesses and manages enterprise risk; and
Reviewing policies and procedures with respect to internal audits of officers’ and Directors’ expenses, compliance with Exelon’s Code of Business Conduct, and the receipt and response to complaints regarding accounting, internal controls or auditing matters.

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Compensation and Leadership Development Committee as of January 28, 2020.
(2)Mr. Anderson joined the Corporate Governance Committee as of January 28, 2020.
Meetings in 2017: 5(3)Admiral Richardson will assume the position of Chair of the Generation Oversight Committee effective April 28, 2020.

Independence:The Compensation and Leadership Development Committee is composed entirely of independent Directors.

Report:Page 62

Primary Responsibilities:

The primary responsibilities of the Committee are to:

ChairAssist the Board in the establishment of performance criteria, evaluation, and compensation setting for the CEO;
Approve the compensation program design and plans for the compensation of all executive officers of Exelon, other than the CEO;
Review and discuss with management Compensation Discussion and Analysis (CD&A) for inclusion in the Company’s annual proxy statement and determine whether to recommend to the Board the inclusion of CD&A in the annual proxy statement;
Prepare or cause to be prepared the Compensation Committee Report for inclusion in the annual proxy statement; and

Develop leadership and succession planning policies and criteria for the Company.
Member

The Compensation and Leadership Development Committee is responsible for setting the Company’s general policy regarding executive compensation to ensure that compensation levels and performance targets for Exelon and its subsidiaries are consistent with Exelon’s compensation philosophy and aligns with its strategic and operating objectives.

The Committee is careful to set goals that are sufficiently difficult to meaningfully incent management performance. In setting the goals, the Committee takes into account input from the Company’s executive officers.

The Committee develops recommendations for the CEO’s compensation and collaborates with the Board Chair and Corporate Governance Committee to determine the CEO’s compensation in light of the performance achieved against criteria established by the Board. The Chairs of the Corporate Governance and Compensation and Leadership Development Committees sit on each other’s Committees, which is helpful in the process for evaluating the performance and setting the compensation for the CEO.

The Compensation and Leadership Development Committee has delegated authority to the CEO to make off-cycle equity awards to eligible employees of up to 600,000 shares in the aggregate, and 20,000 shares per recipient in any year. Eligible employees include those below the level of Executive Vice President of Exelon and who are not subject to reporting obligations under Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or were subject to the limitations of Internal Revenue Code Section 162(m) prior to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Any awards made under this delegated authority are reviewed and ratified by the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee.

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Compensation Consultant

The Compensation and Leadership Development Committee is authorized to retain and terminate, without Board or management approval, the services of an independent compensation consultant to provide advice and assistance, as the Committee deems appropriate. The Committee has sole authority to approve the consultant’s fees and other retention terms, and reviews the independence of the consultant and any other services that the consultant or the consultant’s firm may provide to the Company. The compensation consultant reports directly to the Committee.

The Committee first engaged Meridian Compensation Partners, LLC (Meridian) in 2016 as its consultant after conducting a request for proposal process. In reviewing the engagement in 2017, the Committee considered the following factors and determined that Meridian continued to be an independent consultant and had no conflicts of interest:

Meridian performed no other services for the Company or its affiliates and received no other fees from the Company other than for executive compensation consulting for the Committee and Director compensation consulting for the Corporate Governance Committee;
The amount of fees paid by the Company to Meridian in 2017 was less than 1% of Meridian’s gross annual revenues;

Meridian has formal written policies designed to prevent conflicts of interest, including an insider trading and stock ownership policy; and
There were no relationships between Meridian and its consultants and Exelon and its officers, Directors or affiliates.

As part of its ongoing services to the Committee, Meridian supports the Committee in executing its duties and responsibilities with respect to Exelon’s executive compensation programs by providing information and advice regarding market trends and competitive compensation programs and strategies that include:

Market data for each senior executive position, including evaluating Exelon’s compensation strategy and reviewing and confirming the peer group used to prepare the market data;

An independent assessment of management recommendations for changes in the compensation structure;
Assisting management to ensure that the Company’s executive compensation programs are designed and administered consistent with the Committee’s requirements; and
Ad hoc support, including executive compensation and related corporate governance trends.

Meridian attends meetings of the Committee when requested. The Committee may directly or indirectly request Meridian to advise on other executive and non-executive compensation-related projects. The Committee has established a process for determining whether any significant additional services will be needed and whether a separate engagement for such services is necessary.

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Corporate Governance CommitteeMeetings in 2017: 4

Independence:The Corporate Governance Committee is composed entirely of independent Directors.

Primary Responsibilities:

In addition to its responsibilities described elsewhere in this proxy statement, the Corporate Governance Committee’s principal responsibilities include:

Identifying individuals qualified to become Board candidates;

Recommending Board approval of Director nominees for election at the annual meeting of shareholders;
Developing and recommend to the Board a set of governance guidelines applicable to the Company; and
Overseeing the evaluation processes for the Board, Committees, each Director, and the CEO.

The Committee is responsible for taking a leadership role in shaping the corporate governance practices of Exelon including amongst other things:

Board and Committee structure and composition issues;

Performance criteria and evaluations of the CEO and Board Chair if employed by the Company;
Oversight of Exelon’s environmental strategies, including climate change and sustainability policies;

Delegations of authority for Exelon and its subsidiaries;
Oversight of Exelon’s efforts to promote diversity among its contractors and suppliers; and

Recommendations with respect to Director compensation.

The Committee utilizes an independent compensation consultant to assist it in its evaluation and recommendations to the Board with respect to Director compensation. The Chairs of the Corporate Governance and Compensation and Leadership Development Committees sit on each other’s Committees which is helpful in the process for evaluating the performance and setting the compensation for the CEO. The Corporate Governance Committee may utilize other consultants, such as specialized search firms, to identify candidates for Director.

As part of the Corporate Governance Committee’s role in monitoring and oversight of CEO succession planning, the Committee developed an emergency CEO succession plan, which is reviewed by the Committee and the full Board annually. In addition, CEO succession is a topic on the agenda for meetings of the full Board at least twice each year.


Finance and Risk CommitteeMeetings in 2017: 4

Primary Responsibilities:

The Finance and Risk Committee’s purpose and responsibilities include:

Overseeing the Company’s risk management functions;

Overseeing matters relating to the financial condition and risk exposures by Exelon;

Monitoring the financial condition, capital structure, financing plans and programs, dividend policy, treasury policies and liquidity and related financial risk at Exelon and its major subsidiaries;
Overseeing or appraising of the capital management and planning process, including capital investments, acquisitions and divestitures;

Overseeing Company-wide risk management strategy, policies, procedures, and mitigation efforts, including insurance programs;
Overseeing the strategy and performance of risk management policies relating to risks associated with marketing and trading of energy and energy-related products; and

Reviewing and approving risk policies relating to power marketing, hedging and the use of derivatives.

The Finance and Risk Committee includes members with experience in the economics of energy, nuclear operations, banking and investment management and security, reflecting experience in dealing with the range of risks that the Company faces.

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Chair
Mr. Anderson

All members are independent.
Primary Responsibilities:

Assists Board in the oversight and review of the quality and integrity of the Company’s financial statements and internal controls over financial reporting
Appoints, retains, and oversees the independent auditor and evaluates its qualifications, performance, independence and fees
Oversees the Company’s internal audit function
With the advice and assistance of the Risk Committee, reviews the processes by which Exelon assesses and manages enterprise risk
Oversees compliance with Exelon’s Code of Business Conduct, and the process for the receipt and response to complaints regarding accounting, internal controls, ethics, or audit matters

The Board of Directors has determined that each member of the Audit Committee is an “Audit Committee Financial Expert” as defined by SEC rules. See page 35 for the Audit Committee Report.


Compensation & Leadership Development Committee


Chair
Mr. de Balmann

All members are independent.
Primary Responsibilities:

Assists Board in establishing performance criteria, evaluation, and compensation for CEO
Approves executive compensation program design for executive officers, other than the CEO
Monitors and reviews leadership and succession information for executive roles
Retains the Committee’s independent compensation consultant
Reviews Compensation Discussion and Analysis and prepares Compensation Committee Report for this proxy statement

Compensation Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation.Mr. Young previously served as an employee of Exelon and held several senior level executive positions over his tenure from 2003 until 2008 when he departed Exelon to join another company. During 2019, none of Exelon’s executive officers served on the board of directors of any entities whose executive officers serve on the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee. See page 54 for the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee Report.


Corporate Governance Committee


Chair
Mr. Lawless

All members are independent.
Primary Responsibilities:

Identifies and recommends qualified candidates for election by the Board and shareholders and oversees Board and Committee structure and composition
Recommends Corporate Governance Guidelines and advises on corporate governance issues including evaluation processes for the Board, Committees, each Director, the Board Chair and CEO
Oversees Exelon’s environmental strategies, including climate change and sustainability policies
Reviews Exelon’s director compensation program and has authority to retain independent compensation consultant
Has authority to retain an independent search firm to identify candidates for Director

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Chair (eff. 4/28/2020)
Adm. Richardson
Meetings in 2017: 4Primary Responsibilities:


Primary Responsibilities:

The Generation Oversight Committee’s purpose and responsibilities include:

Advising and assisting the full Board in fulfilling its responsibilities to overseeOversees the safe and reliable operation of all generating facilities owned or operated by Exelon or its subsidiaries with principal focus on nuclear safety and, including those facilities in which Exelon has significant equity or operational interests;
Overseeing theOversees management and operationoperations of the Company’s generating facilities andincluding the overall organizational effectiveness (both corporate and stations) of the generation operations;station operations
Overseeing the establishment of andOversees compliance with policies and procedures to manage and mitigate risks associated with the security and integrity of Exelon’s generation assets; andassets

ReviewingReviews environmental, health and safety issues related to the Company’s generating facilities.facilities

Generation facilities toured in 2019: 4


InvestmentRisk Committee


Chair
Ms. Berzin
Formerly the “Finance and Risk Committee,” this committee was reconstituted as the “Risk Committee” in January 2020. Oversight Committeeof Exelon’s financial and capital stewardship matters were moved to the full Board’s annual agenda.

Meetings in 2017: 2Primary Responsibilities:


Primary Responsibilities:

The purpose and responsibilities of the Investment Oversight Committee include:

OverseeingOversees risk management functions, including compliance with risk management program, and matters relating to the managementrisk exposures of Exelon and investment of the assets held in trusts established or maintained by the Company or any subsidiary for the purpose of funding the expense of decommissioning nuclear facilities;its subsidiaries

Monitoring the performance of the nuclear decommissioning trustsMonitors liquidity, and the trustees, investment managersrelated financial risks
Oversees risk management strategies, policies, procedures, and other advisors and service providers for the trusts;
Overseeing the evaluation, selection and retention of investment advisory and management, consulting, accounting, financial, clerical or other servicesmitigation efforts including with respect to the nuclear decommissioning trusts;marketing and trading of energy and energy-related products

Oversees risk management strategies, policies, procedures, and mitigation efforts including with respect to cyber security

Special Oversight Committee
OverseeingThe Special Oversight Committee was formed in June 2019 to oversee the evaluation, selectioncooperation and appointment of trusteescompliance by Exelon with respect to two subpoenas and other fiduciariesinformation requests received from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the nuclear decommissioning trusts;Northern District of Illinois that sought information about, among other things, lobbying practices in Illinois and communications with certain Illinois public officials by Exelon and its subsidiary Commonwealth Edison. A similar request related to the companies’ lobbying practices in Illinois was also received from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The Committee is assisting in the oversight of Exelon’s cooperation and compliance with the subpoenas and SEC request, any further action taken by the U.S. Attorney or the SEC, and any resulting actions that may be required or recommended. The Board delegated the following responsibilities to the Special Oversight Committee:
OverseeingExclusive power and authority to oversee, monitor and facilitate all matters related to the administrationsubpoenas and information requests and to make recommendations to the full Board, based upon actions that may be taken by the U.S. Attorney or the SEC;
Authority to investigate any matter within its scope of responsibilities, with full power to retain outside counsel, advisors, or other experts for this purpose;
Authority to add to or remove from the Special Oversight Committee any other independent director of Exelon Corporation as the Special Oversight Committee may deem appropriate; and
Authority to approve related fees and retention terms of counsel and other advisors.

All members of the nuclear decommissioning trusts; and

Monitoring and receiving periodic reports concerning the investment performance of the trusts under the pension and post-retirement welfare plans and the investment options under the savings plans.
Special Oversight Committee are independent.

The Investment Oversight Committee also provides general oversight of Exelon’s investment management functions. The Committee includes members with experience in investment management, investment banking and the economics of energy and serves as a resource and advisory panel for Exelon’s investment management team and the Board.

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Board, Processes and Policies

Board, Committee, and Individual Director Evaluations

Exelon has strong evaluation processes for its Board, five Board Committees, and individual Directors.

Exelon has strong evaluation processes for its Board, six Board Committees, and individual Directors.
Board Evaluations
Committee Evaluations
Individual Director Evaluations

The Board conducts an annual assessment of its performance and effectiveness. The process is coordinated by the Board Chair and the chair of the Corporate Governance Committee, taking into account the recommendations of the Corporate Governance Committee on the process and criteria to be used for Board, Committee, and individual Director evaluations. AllThe current process provides that all Directors are interviewed byengage in a one-on-one interview with the Board Chair or the chair of the Corporate Governance Committee to discuss the following topics, among others that may arise:

overall Board performance and areas of focus including strategic and business issues, challenges, and opportunities;
Board meeting logistics;
CEO, senior management and Director succession planning;
accountability to shareholder views;
Board Committee structure and composition;
Board culture;
Board composition; and
management performance, including quality of materials, provided to the Directors.

Interviews also seek practical input on what the Board should continue doing, start doing, and stop doing. Following the completion of such interviews, the Board Chair and Chairchair of the Corporate Governance Committee collaborate to prepare and provide to the Board a summary of the assessment input provided and discussed withprovided.
Outcome:The Board evaluation process led to the Board.

reformulation of the Board Committee structure, following an introspective analysis of Board effectiveness.

Committee Evaluations
All sixfive of the Board’s Committees conduct annual assessments of their performance and take into consideration:

the sufficiency of their charters;
whether Committee members possess the right skills and experiences or whether additional education or training is required;
the sufficiency of their charters;
whether there are sufficient meetings covering the right topics; and
whether meeting materials and presenters are effective, among other matters.

Assessments also seek practical input on what Committees should continue doing, start doing, and stop doing. A summary of all Committee assessment results is provided to the Corporate Governance Committee and Board for review and discussion.

Outcome:Assessments led to the recalibration of the Finance and Risk Committee into a Risk Committee, and the dissolution of the Investment Oversight Committee.


Individual Directors are assessed regularly taking into consideration experience, tenure, qualifications, and core competencies as well as contributions and performance. Director Evaluations
The process for individual Director evaluations was strengthened in 2017 to provide for individual assessments of all Directors on a biennial basis, which means that each Director is evaluated every other year. Individual Director performance assessments was recently strengthened to include peer andreview by all members of the Board as well as input from members of senior management input on the contributions and performance of sixeach Director. Directors are interviewed by the Chair of the current twelve independent Directors, withCorporate Governance Committee or by the remaining six Directors undergoing such assessment next year. The Board was divided into two groups taking into account tenure and other diversity considerations to effectively and thoughtfully execute such assessments. All Directors were interviewedChair to provide input on each of the six Directors andDirector undergoing assessment. In addition, four members of senior management also providedare interviewed to provide input based on their regular interactions with Board members. InterviewsDirectors. In 2020, all interviews were conducted by the Board Chair because the chair of the Corporate Governance Committee was in 2018, as the Board Chair volunteered to undergo assessment in 2018.group undergoing assessment. Topics covered in the interviews included:

meeting preparedness;
meaningful and constructive participation and contributions;
demonstrated independence;
respectful, effective and candid communication skills;
demonstrated independence;
Company and industry knowledge;
strategic foresight; and
openness to new learnings and training.

Interviews also sought practical input on what Directors should continue doing, start doing, and stop doing. After discussing the process and overall results with the Corporate Governance Committee, the Board Chair collaborates with the chair of the Corporate Governance Committee collaboratesto provide feedback separately to individual Directors for developmental opportunities.
Outcome:Individual assessment results were discussed with the Board ChairCorporate Governance Committee, which informed recent Committee composition changes and feedback is conveyed separately to the individual Directors assessedaided in planning for developmental opportunities.

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Director Education

The Board has an orientation and onboarding program for new Directors and provides continuing education for all Directors that is overseen by the Corporate Governance Committee.

New Director
Orientation
       The orientation program is tailored to the needs of each new Director depending on his or her level of experience serving on other boards and knowledge of the Company or industry acquired before joining the Board.industry. Materials provided to new Directors include information on the Company’s vision, strategic direction, financial matters, corporate governance practices, Code of Business Conduct, and other key policies and practices. New Directors also meetThe onboarding process includes a series of one-on-one meetings with the CEO,members of senior executivesmanagement and members of their staff for deep-dive briefings on the executives’ responsibilities, programs and challenges.business units. New Directors are also invited for tours ofto tour various Company facilities, depending on their orientation needs. Incumbent Directors are also invited to participate in site visits.
Continuing
Director
Education
Continuing director education is provided during portions of Board and Committee meetings and is focused on topics necessary to enable the Board to effectively consider effectively issues before them at that time (such as new regulatory or accounting standards). The educationEducation often takes the form of “white papers,”papers” covering timely subjects or topics, which a Director can review before the meeting and ask questions about during the meeting.topics. The Audit Committee devotesplans for at least one meeting a meeting each year in which a session is devoted to educating the Committee members abouteducation on new accounting rules and standards and topics that are necessarydeemed to be helpful to having a good understanding of our accounting practices and financial statements. The Generation Oversight Committee uses site visits as a regular part of education for its members by holding each of its meetings at a different generating station (nuclear, fossil or hydro).station. Each Generation Oversight Committee meeting agenda includes a briefing by local plant management, a tour of the facility, and lunch with plant personnel. Directors are also invited from time to time to tour other facilities such as Exelon’s cyber operations center and utility operations control centers.
Director
Education
Seminars
Continuing director education also involves individual Directors’ attendance at educationDirectors may attend educational seminars and programs sponsored by otherexternal organizations. The Company covers the cost for any Director who wishes to attend external programs and seminars on topics relevant to their service as Directors.

Corporate Governance Principles

Our Corporate Governance Principles, together with the articles of incorporation, bylaws, Committee charters, and other policies and practices, provide the framework for the effective governance of Exelon. The Corporate Governance Principles address matters including the Board’s responsibilities and role; Board structure, Director selection, evaluation, and other expectations; Board operations; Board Committees; and additional matters such as succession planning, executive stock ownership requirements, and our recoupment policy. The Corporate Governance Principles are reviewed periodically and were last amended in January 2018September 2019 to reflect evolving governance trends and to remain contemporary with the needs of the Company and its stakeholders.

Process for Communicating with the Board

Shareholders and other interested persons can communicate with any Director or the independent Directors as a group by writing to them, c/o Thomas S. O’Neill, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Exelon Corporation, 10 South Dearborn Street, P.O. Box 805398, Chicago, Illinois 60680-5398. The Board has instructed the Corporate Secretary to review communications initially and transmit a summary to the Directors and to exclude from transmittal any communications that are commercial advertisements, other forms of solicitation, general shareholder service matters, or individual service or billing complaints. Under the Board policy, the Corporate Secretary will forward to the Directors any communication raising substantial issues. All communications are available to the Directors upon request.

Shareholders may also report an ethics concern with the Exelon Ethics Hotline by calling 1-800-23-Ethic1-800-23-ETHIC (1-800-233-8442). You may also report an ethics concern via email to EthicsOffice@ExelonCorp.com.EthicsOffice@exeloncorp.com.

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Directors’ Compensation

Stock Ownership Requirements for Directors

Under Exelon’s Corporate Governance Principles, all Directors are required to own, within five years of joining the Board, at least 15,000 shares of Exelon common stock or deferred stock units or shares accrued in the Exelon common stock fund of the Directors’ deferred compensation plan.

Compensation of Non-Employee Directors

The Corporate Governance Committee is responsible for reviewing and making recommendations to the Board regarding its non-employee Director compensation program. The Committee is authorized to engage outside advisors and consultants in connection with its review and analysis of Director compensation.

In making Director compensation recommendations, the Corporate Governance Committeeand takes various factors into consideration, including responsibilities of Directors generally, Board leadership roles such as the Board Chair and Committee Chairs, and the form and amount of compensation paid to Directors at comparable companies.

The Board targets total Director compensation to be at the median level of compensation paid at the peer group of companies used to benchmark executive compensation. The non-employee Director compensation program comprises two components – cash fees and equity compensation.

For service rendered toBased upon the Company in 2017, Exelon’s non-employee Directors received the compensation shown in the following table and explained in the accompanying notes.

Name     Annual Board &
Committee
Retainers
$
     Stock Awards
(Description Below)
$
     All Other
Compensation
(Note 1)
$
     
Total
Compensation
$
Anderson        $165,000        $145,000        $        $310,000
Berzin125,000145,00015,000285,000
de Balmann145,000145,00015,000305,000
DeBenedictis145,000145,00015,000305,000
Gioia145,000145,0005,300295,300
Jojo125,000145,00015,000285,000
Joskow125,000145,000270,000
Lawless135,000145,000280,000
Mies165,000145,00019,722329,722
Rogers135,000145,00015,000295,000
Shattuck445,000145,00015,000605,000
Steinour145,000145,00015,000305,000
Total All Directors2,000,0001,740,000130,0223,870,022
(1)

Values in this column represent gifts made by the Company or the Exelon Foundation as the matching portion of the Director’s contributions to qualified not-for-profit organizations pursuant to Exelon’s matching gift plan described below in Other Compensation. For Mr. Mies, the amount also includes $4,722, the incremental cost to the Company for travel from an Exelon Board meeting to another professional engagement.

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Cash Fees Earned or Paid in Cash

The following table sets forth the components of the cash compensation paid in 20172019 to Exelon’s non-employee Directors.

RoleAnnual Cash
Retainer
Non-Employee Director      $125,000
Board Chair300,000
Chairs of Audit Committee, Compensation and Leadership Development Committee,
Finance and Risk Committee and Generation Oversight Committee
20,000
Chairs of Corporate Governance Committee and Investment Oversight Committee10,000
Generation Oversight Committee Member, including the Chair20,000

In December 2017, the Corporate Governance Committee reviewed a director compensation study prepared by Meridian at the request of the Committee. The Meridian study indicated that the compensation paid to some Committee chairs should be adjusted to reflect the work load and responsibilities associated with the position and was below the median for the peer group. The Meridian study otherwise confirmed that Exelon’s Director compensation and Director stock ownership requirements were appropriately set at about the median level of the peer group. The Committee also determined that the compensation paid to some Committee chairs should be adjusted to reflect the work load and responsibilities associated with the position. The Committee recommended that the compensation payable to the Chairs of the Audit and Finance and Risk Committee should be increased to $25,000 per year, the compensation payable to the Chair of the Corporate Governance Committee should be increased to $20,000 per year, and the compensation payable to the Chair of the Investment Oversight Committee should be increased to $15,000 per year. The Board approved the changes in Committee chair fees to be effective as of January 1, 2018.

No additional compensation is paid for meeting attendance.

Deferred Compensation

Directors may elect to defer any portion of cash compensation described above into a non-qualified multi-fund deferred compensation plan. Under the plan, each Director has an unfunded account where the dollar balance can be invested in one or more of several mutual funds, including one fund composed entirely of Exelon common stock. Fund balances (including amounts invested in the Exelon common stock fund) are settled in cash and may be distributed in a lump sum or in annual installment payments upon a Director reaching age 65, age 72, or upon retirementdeparture from the Board. These funds are identical to those that are available to Company employees who participate in the Exelon Employee Savings Plan.

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RoleAnnual Cash
Retainer
$
Non-Employee Director      $125,000
Board Chair300,000
Chair of Audit Committee25,000
Chair of Risk Committee25,000
Chair of Compensation and Leadership Development Committee20,000
Chair of Corporate Governance Committee20,000
Chair and Members of Generation Oversight Committee20,000

Fees Paid in Stock AwardsEquity Compensation

A significant portion of Director compensation is paidprovided in the form of deferred stock unitsequity to align the interests of Directors with the interests of shareholders. In 2017,2019, Exelon’s non-employee Directors received deferred stock units worth $145,000valued at $155,000 that are paidwere granted quarterly in arrears. Deferred stock units are credited to a notional account maintained on the books of the Company at the end of each calendar quarter based upon the closing price of Exelon common stock on the day the quarterly dividend is paid. Deferred stock units earn dividend equivalents at the same level and at the same time that dividends are paid on shares of Exelon common stock. Dividend equivalentswhich are reinvested in the deferred stock accounts as additional stock units. DeferredThe account balance of deferred stock units are paid out to the Directors upon the end of Board service, when they arewill be settled in shares of Exelon common stock leaving these amounts at risk during theand may be distributed in a lump sum or in annual installments upon reaching age 65, age 72, or upon a Director’s entire tenure ondeparture from the Board.

As of December 31, 2017, the non-employee Directors held the following amounts of deferred Exelon common stock units.

NameTotal Deferred
Stock Units (Note 1)
(#)
Anderson17,982
Berzin49,116
de Balmann59,745
DeBenedictis40,929
Gioia7,237
Jojo8,810
Joskow33,985
Lawless63,967
Mies30,945
Rogers56,454
Shattuck17,693
Steinour34,367
Total All Directors421,230
(1)

Total deferred stock units includes deferred stock units from the current Exelon deferred stock unit plan and stock units deferred from the equivalent plans for Unicom Corporation and Constellation Energy Group, Inc. for Exelon Directors who previously served as Directors of those predecessor companies.

Other CompensationBenefits Provided

From time to time, Exelon Directors mayare invited to bring spouses or guests to Exelon or industry related events where it is customary and expected.events. When such invitations are extended, Exelon payscovers the cost of spousal or guest travel, meals, lodging and related activities when invited to attend such events.activities. The value of this spousal or guest related travel is calculated according to IRS regulations and imputed to the Director as additional taxable income. Directors also receive reimbursement to cover the additional taxes owed on such imputed income. However, in most cases there is no direct incremental cost to Exelon of providing transportation and lodging for a Director’s spouse or guest when he or she accompanies the Director, and the only additional costs to Exelon are those for meals and activities and to reimburse the Director for the taxes on the imputed income. In 2017, there were no2019, the aggregate incremental costscost to the Company for such perquisites.benefits provided for spouses and guests of all directors was $4,060. The reimbursements paid to cover additional taxes are detailed in footnote 2 to the 2019 Director Compensation table below.

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2019 Director Compensation

The following table summarizes the Exelon Foundation havecompensation paid for each of our non-employee Directors who served as a matching gift program available to Directors, officersmember of the Board and employees that matches contributions to eligible not-for-profit organizations up to $15,000 per year for Directors, $10,000 per year for executives and up to $5,000 per year for other employees.its Committees in 2019.

NameAnnual Board &
Committee Retainers(1)
($)
Stock
Awards
($)
All Other
Compensation(2)
($)
Total
Compensation
($)
Anderson                         $180,549     $155,000                 $311           $335,860
Berzin150,000155,00016,119321,119
Brlas125,000155,000576280,576
de Balmann155,549155,00015,471326,020
DeBenedictis145,000155,00015,782315,782
Jojo125,000155,00015,333295,333
Joskow125,000155,000595280,595
Lawless155,549155,000785311,334
Mies165,000155,00015,000335,000
Richardson(3)47,28350,5431,25799,083
Rogers(3)46,53851,52598,063
Shattuck435,549155,00015,378605,927
Steinour125,000155,000515,950795,950
Young145,000155,00015,100315,100
Total All Directors$2,126,017$1,962,068$627,657$4,715,742
(1)

Amounts reported for Messrs. Anderson, de Balmann, Lawless and Shattuck each include pro-rated Special Oversight Committee Chair fees. The Special Oversight Committee was formed on June 21, 2019.

(2)

Amounts reported in this column represent (1) contributions made by Exelon or the Exelon Foundation to qualified not-for-profit organizations under Exelon’s matching gift program or in honor of Board service; and (2) tax gross-up payments. Exelon’s matching gift program provides up to $15,000 per year in contributions to match those made by directors. For Mr. Steinour, the amount shown reflects a one-time contribution made by the Exelon Foundation to a charitable organization selected by Mr. Steinour in honor of his many years of service to Exelon. Also included are amounts paid to reimburse directors for additional taxable income imputed in connection with spousal and guest travel to certain Exelon board events during 2019 (gross-up payments). Gross-up payments include the following amounts: Anderson, $311; Berzin, $1,119; Brlas, $126; de Balmann, $471; DeBenedictis, $782; Jojo, $333, Joskow, $595; Lawless, $785; Richardson, $1,257; Shattuck, $378; Steinour, $950; and Young, $100.

(3)

Prorated retainers were paid to Admiral Richardson upon his election to the Board on September 3, 2019, and to Mr. Rogers, who retired from the Board on April 30, 2019.

40Outstanding Equity Awards as of December 31, 2019

As of December 31, 2019, the non-employee Directors held the following amounts of deferred stock units.

NameTotal Deferred
Stock Units(1)
(#)
Anderson26,039
Berzin59,197
Brlas4,076
de Balmann70,518
DeBenedictis50,478
Jojo16,270
Joskow43,082
Lawless75,014
Mies39,845
Richardson1,112
Rogers59,362
Shattuck25,731
Steinour43,489
Young4,846
Total All Directors519,059
(1)

Balance reflects deferred stock units granted under the Exelon deferred stock unit plan along with accumulated units from automatic dividend reinvestment. For Ms. Berzin and Messrs. de Balmann and Lawless, the balance also includes deferred stock units granted under the Constellation Energy Group, Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan for directors that will be settled in cash on a 1 for 1 basis upon their departure from the Exelon board.

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Proposal 2: Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Exelon’s
Independent Auditor for 20182020

The Audit Committee and the Board of Directors have concludeddetermined that retainingthe retention of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) isas the independent auditor remains in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders based on the Audit Committee’s level of satisfaction with the quality of services provided by PwC and consideration of factors described below.

PwC has served as the factors set forthCompany’s independent auditor since the Company’s formation in 2000. The Committee believes PwC’s deep familiarity with the ReportPower and Utilities industry and Exelon’s businesses and operations, accounting policies and practices, and internal controls over financial reporting is valuable to the Company and its shareholders. Because of PwC’s familiarity, the Auditfirm has developed and implemented efficient and innovative audit processes, enabling the provision of services for fees considered by the Committee on pages 42-43 of this proxy statement. Representatives of PwC will attend the annual meeting to answer questions and will have the opportunity to make a statement.be competitive.

The Board recommends a vote “FOR” the ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Exelon’s Independent Auditor for 2018.2020.

 

Auditor Fees

The following table presents fees for professional audit services rendered by PwC for the audit of Exelon’s annual financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2017 and 2016, and fees billed for other services rendered by PwC during those periods.

Year Ended December 31,
(in thousands)     2017     2016
Audit fees(1)      $28,483      $24,986
Audit related fees(2)2,2073,656
Tax fees(3)1,2051,943
All other fees(4)379836
(1)

Audit fees include financial statement audits and reviews under statutory or regulatory requirements and services that generally only the auditor reasonably can provide, including issuance of comfort letters and consents for debt and equity issuances and other attest services required by statute or regulation.

(2)

Audit related fees consist of assurance and related services that are traditionally performed by the auditor such as accounting assistance and due diligence in connection with proposed acquisitions or sales, consultations concerning financial accounting and reporting standards and audits of stand-alone financial statements or other assurance services not required by statute or regulation.

(3)

Tax fees consist of tax compliance, tax planning and tax advice and consulting services, including assistance and representation in connection with tax audits and appeals, tax advice related to proposed acquisitions or sales, employee benefit plans and requests for rulings or technical advice from taxing authorities.

(4)

All other fees primarily reflect accounting research software license costs.

Pre-approval Policies

The Exelon Audit Committee has a policy for pre-approval of audit and non-audit services. Under this policy, the Audit Committee pre-approves all audit and non-audit services to be provided by the independent auditor taking into account the nature, scope, and projected fees of each service as well any potential implications for auditor independence. The policy specifically sets forth services that the independent auditor is prohibited from performing by applicable law or regulation. Further, the Audit Committee may prohibit other services that in its view may compromise, or appear to compromise, the independence and objectivity of the independent auditor. Predictable and recurring audit and permitted non-audit services are considered for pre-approval by the Audit Committee on an annual basis.

For any services not covered by these initial pre-approvals, the Audit Committee has delegated authority to the Audit Committee Chair to pre-approve any audit or permitted non-audit service with fees in amounts less than $500,000. Services with fees exceeding $500,000 require full Committee pre-approval. The Audit Committee receives quarterly reports on the actual services provided by and fees incurred with the independent auditor. No services were provided pursuant to the de minimis exception to the pre-approval requirements contained in the SEC’s rules.

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Evaluation of the Independent Auditor

The Audit Committee regularly considers the independence, qualifications, compensation and performance of its independent auditor. In 2018, the Committee approved an evaluation framework developed by management to assist the Committee with its annual assessment of the independent audit firm that includes the solicitation of feedback from members of management and the Audit Committee. Results of the full assessment were provided to the Committee for its annual review and determination of whether to retain PwC as the Company’s independent auditor for 2020. Using the framework, the Audit Committee assessed the following four areas in addition to a consideration of the firm’s independence.

Quality of the independent audit firm and audit process
The number of restatements, material weaknesses and significant deficiencies to determine if any items should have been reasonably identified by the independent audit firm.
The risk associated with the audit firm based on their financial stability, compliance with applicable laws and professional standards, and any pending litigation or judgment against the firm.

Level of service provided by the independent audit firm

Results of annual satisfaction surveys distributed to the Committee and management with high interactions with the independent audit firm.

Alignment with Exelon’s core values

Whether the audit firm’s onsite team demonstrates a commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I) aligned with Exelon’s core values.

Good faith negotiation of fees

Review of fees incurred for reasonableness against the annually approved fees and reported current fee estimates provided to the Committee quarterly.

Independence

In addition to the four assessment areas above, the Committee also engaged in an assessment of PwC’s independence controls through the provision of its required communications in addition to the independence demonstrated by PwC through forthright, candid and prompt communications in general, and on related independence matters, when needed.

Based on the results of its assessment, the Audit Committee found PwC to be independent from the Company and its management and appointed the firm as its independent auditor for 2020.

If shareholders fail to ratify the appointment, the Audit Committee will reconsider its selection, but no assurance can be given that the Audit Committee will change the appointment. Representatives of PwC will attend the annual meeting to answer questions and will have the opportunity to make a statement.

Selection of Lead Engagement Partner

The Committee was directly involved in the consideration, selection and transition plan for the new lead engagement partner who will fully assume the role in 2021.

Critical Audit Matters

In conformance with Public Company Accounting Oversight Board rules, the Committee reviewed and discussed with PwC four critical audit matters arising from the current period audit of Exelon’s financial statements. Critical audit matters (or CAMs) are defined to be any matter arising from the audit of the financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the Audit Committee and that 1) relate to accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial statements and 2) involve especially challenging, subjective, or complex audit judgment. The Committee concurred with PwC’s assessment and identification of the CAMs contained in its Audit Report included within Exelon’s 2019 Annual Report on Form 10-K.

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Fees Subject to Pre-approval Policy

Pursuant to the Audit Committee’s pre-approval policy, the Committee pre-approves all audit and non-audit services to be provided by the independent auditor taking into account the nature, scope, and projected fees of each service as well as any potential implications for auditor independence. The policy specifically sets forth services that the independent auditor is prohibited from performing by applicable law or regulation. Further, the Audit Committee may prohibit other services that in its view may compromise, or appear to compromise, the independence and objectivity of the independent auditor. Predictable and recurring audit and permitted non-audit services are considered for pre-approval by the Audit Committee on an annual basis.

For any services not covered by these initial pre-approvals, the Audit Committee has delegated authority to the Audit Committee Chair to pre-approve any audit or permitted non-audit service with fees in amounts less than $500,000. Services with fees exceeding $500,000 require full Committee pre-approval. The Audit Committee receives quarterly reports on the actual services provided by and fees incurred with the independent auditor. No services were provided pursuant to the de minimis exception to the pre-approval requirements contained in the SEC’s rules.

Auditor Fees

The table presents fees for professional audit services rendered by PwC for the audit of Exelon’s annual financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, and fees billed for other services rendered by PwC during those periods.

Year Ended December 31,
(in thousands)20192018
Audit fees(1)        $26,604            $27,719
Audit related fees(2)1,5691,442
Tax fees(3)2,1611,087
All other fees(4)738380
Total:$31,072$30,628
(1)

Audit fees include financial statement audits and reviews under statutory or regulatory requirements and services that generally only the auditor reasonably can provide, including SEC and FERC financial statement audits and reviews, review of documentsfiled with the SEC, issuance of comfort letters and consents for debt and equity issuances and other attest services required by statute or regulation.

(2)

Audit related fees consist of assurance and related services that are traditionally performed by the principal auditor and are reasonably related to the performance of the audit or review of the financial statements, audits of stand-alone financial statements or other assurance services to comply with contractual requirements, financial accounting, reporting and control consultations, due diligence on proposed acquisitions or sales or merger integration services.

(3)

Tax fees consist of tax compliance, planning and advice services, including tax return preparation, refund claims, tax payment planning, assistance with tax audits and appeals, advice related to mergers and acquisitions and transactions, or requests for rulings or technical advice from tax authorities.

(4)

All other fees primarily reflect system implementation quality assurance services and accounting research software license costs.

Report of the Audit Committee

The Audit Committee’s primary responsibility is to assist the Board of Directors in fulfilling its responsibility to oversee and review the quality and integrity of the Company’s financial statements and internal controls over financial reporting, the independent auditor’s qualifications and independence, and the performance of the Company’s internal audit function and of its independent auditor.

The Audit Committee is composed entirely of independent Directors and satisfies the independence, financial experience and other qualification requirements of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and applicable securities laws and regulations. The Board of Directors has determined that each of the members of the Audit Committee is an “audit committee financial expert” for purposes of the SEC’s rules and also that each of the members of the Audit Committee is independent as defined by the rules of the NYSE and Exelon’s Corporate Governance Principles.

Under its charter, the Audit Committee’s principal duties include:

Having sole authority to appoint, retain, or replace the independent auditor, subject to shareholder ratification, and to oversee the independence, compensation and performance of the independent auditor;

Reviewing financial reporting and accounting policies and practices;

Overseeing the work of the internal auditor and reviewing internal controls;

With the advice and assistance of the Finance and Risk Committee, reviewing in a general manner the processes by which Exelon assesses and manages enterprise risk; and

Reviewing policies and procedures with respect to internal audits of officers’ and Directors’ expenses, compliance with Exelon’s Code of Business Conduct, and the receipt and response to complaints regarding accounting, internal controls or auditing matters.

Each member of the Audit Committee also serves on the Finance and Risk Committee. On occasion, the Audit and Finance and Risk Committees meet jointly to review areas of mutual interest between the two Committees.

The Audit Committee meets outside the presence of management for portions of its meetings to hold separate discussions with the independent auditor, the internal auditors, and the General Counsel.

The Audit Committee met six times in 2017, fulfilling its duties and responsibilities as outlined in its charter, as well as receiving periodic updates on the Company’s financial performance and strategic initiatives, as well as other matters germane to its responsibilities.

Management has primary responsibility for preparing the Company’s financial statements and establishing effective internal controls over financial reporting. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC), the Company’s independent auditor for the year ended December 31, 2019, is responsible for auditing those financial statements and expressing an opinion on the conformity of the Company’s audited financial statements with generally accepted accounting principles and on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting based on criteria established in 2013 by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission.

In this context, theThe Audit Committee has reviewed and discussed with management and PwC the Company’s audited financial statements contained infor the 2017 Annual Report on SEC Form 10-K,year ended December 31, 2019, including the critical accounting policies applied by the Company in the preparation of these financial statements.statements and PwC’s evaluation of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. The Audit Committee has also discussed with PwC the requirements of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB),matters required to be discussed pursuant to PCAOB standards and had the opportunity to ask PwC questions relating to such matters. These discussions included the quality, and not just the acceptability, of the accounting principles utilized, the reasonableness of significant accounting judgments, and the clarity of disclosures in the financial statements.

At each of its meetings in 2017,PwC has provided to the Audit Committee met with the Company’s Chief Financial Officer and other senior members of the Company’s financial management. The Audit Committee reviewed with PwC and the Company’s internal auditor the overall scope and plans for their respective audits in 2017. The Audit Committee also received regular updates from the Company’s internal auditor on internal controls and business risks and from the Company’s General Counsel on compliance and ethics issues.

The Audit Committee met with the internal auditor and PwC, with and without management present, to discuss their evaluations of the Company’s internal controls and the overall quality of the Company’s financial reporting. The Audit Committee also met with the Company’s General Counsel and Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer, with and without management present, to review and discuss compliance and ethics matters, including compliance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct.

On an ongoing basis, the Audit Committee considers the independence, qualifications, compensation and performance of PwC. Such consideration includes reviewing the written disclosures and thePCAOB-required letter provided by PwC in accordance with applicable requirements of the PCAOB regarding PwC’sits communications with the Audit Committee concerning independence, and discussing with PwC their independence.

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The Audit Committee is responsible for the approval of audit fees, and the Committee reviewed and pre-approved all fees paid to PwC in 2017. The Audit Committee has adopted a policy for pre-approval of services to be performed bydiscussed with PwC the independent auditor. Further informationfirm’s independence.

In reliance on this policy and on the fees paid to PwC in 2017 and 2016 can be found in the section of this proxy statement titled “Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Exelon’s Independent Auditor for 2018.” The Audit Committee periodically reviews the level of fees approved for payment to PwC and the pre-approved non-audit services PwC has provided to the Company to ensure their compatibility with independence. The Audit Committee also monitors the Company’s hiring of former employees of PwC.

The Audit Committee monitors the performance of PwC’s lead partner responsible for the audit, oversees the required rotation of PwC’s lead audit partner and, through the Audit Committee Chair,these reviews and approves the selection of the lead audit partner. In addition, to help ensure auditor independence, the Audit Committee periodically considers whether there should be a rotation of the independent auditor.

PwC has served as the Company’s independent auditor since the Company’s formation in 2000. As in prior years, the Audit Committeediscussions and management engaged in a review of PwC in connection with the Audit Committee’s consideration of whether to recommend that shareholders ratify the selection of PwC as the Company’s independent auditor for 2018. In that review, the Audit Committee considered both the continued independence of PwC and whether retaining PwC is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders. In addition to independence, other factorsinformation considered by the Audit Committee included:

PwC’s historical and recent overall performance on the audit, including the quality of the Audit Committee’s ongoing discussions with PwC;

PwC’s expertise and capability in handling the accounting, internal control, process and system risks and practices present in the Company’s utility and energy generation businesses, including relative to the corresponding expertise and capabilities of other audit firms; the quality, quantity and geographic location of PwC staff, and PwC’s ability to provide responsive service;

PwC’s tenure as the Company’s independent auditor and its familiarity with its operations and businesses, accounting policies and practices, and internal control over financial reporting;

the significant time commitment required to onboard and educate a new audit firm that could distract management’s focus on financial reporting and internal control;

the appropriateness of PwC’s fees, relative to the Company’s financial statement risk and the size and complexity of its business and related internal control environment, and compared to fees incurred by peer companies;

an assessment of PwC’s identification of its known significant legal risks and proceedings that may impair PwC’s ability to perform the audit; and

external information on audit quality and performance, including recent PCAOB reports on PwC and its peer firms.

The Audit Committee concluded that PwC is independent from the Company and its management, and has retained PwC as the Company’s independent auditor for 2018. The Audit Committee and the Board believe that the continued retention of PwC is in the best interests of the Company and its shareholders and have recommended that shareholders ratify the appointment of PwC as the Company’s independent auditor for 2018.

In addition, in reliance on the reviews and discussions referred to above,judgment, the Audit Committee recommended to the Board, and the Board approved, that the audited financial statements be included in Exelon Corporation’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2017,2019, for filing with the SEC.

THE AUDIT COMMITTEE

Anthony K. Anderson,Chair

Ann C. Berzin
Laurie Brlas
Paul L. Joskow
Richard W. Mies
Stephen D. Steinour

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Proposal 3: Say-on-Pay:
Advisory Vote on Executive Compensation

We provide shareholders with a say-on-pay vote every year at the annual meeting of shareholders. While the vote is non-binding, the Board and Compensation and Leadership Development Committee (referred to herein as the “Compensation Committee” in the Executive Compensation and Compensation Discussion and Analysis sections)) take the results of the vote into consideration when evaluating the executive compensation program. Accordingly, you may vote to approve or not approve the following advisory resolution on the executive compensation of the named executive officers at the 20182020 annual meeting:


RESOLVED, that the Company’s shareholders approve, on an advisory basis, the compensation of the named executive officers, as disclosed in the Company’s proxy statement for the 20182020 Annual Meeting of Shareholders pursuant to the rules of the SEC, including the Compensation Discussion and Analysis, the 20172019 Summary Compensation Table and the other related tables and disclosure.


The Board of Directors recommends a voteFOR this proposal for the following reasons:


Most of compensation is performance-based and contingent ondriven by rigorous goals that are tied to achieving financial and operational results that align the interests of executives with those of the Company’s shareholders based on rigorous goals,shareholders.
Exelon had strongsolid financial and operational performance in 2017,2019 achieving a positive4.3%total shareholder return (TSR) of 15.1% that continued to build on the 2016and a positive TSR of 32.8%.42.0%for the last three years. Exelon’s adjusted (non-GAAP) earnings of $3.22 per share was above our revised guidance of $3.05 to $3.20 per share.
Exelon’s utilities achieved outstanding operational performance in 2019, with ComEd, BGE, PECO and PHI (on a consolidated basis) achieving best-ever scores in customer satisfaction levels. Other notable achievements included:
All utilities achieved first quartile performance in service level and abandon rate
ComEd achieved top quartile in both outage frequency and duration and BGE achieved top quartile in outage duration.
PHI achieved its best-ever results in SAIFI
Our nuclear generation assets achieved the highest ever capacity factor of 95.7% in 2019.
The Company achieved the adoption of Zero Emission Credits (ZEC) policies in the states of New York and Illinois, thereby helping to safeguard the fair valuation of resilient and emissions-free nuclear power production in those states.
The Company’s compensation framework provides market-aligned pay opportunities that foster the attraction, motivation, engagement, and retention of key talent to drive outstanding Company performance and long-term shareholder value. Incentive payouts made in 2019 under the annual and long-term incentive programs at112.22%and107.7%, respectively, were aligned to overall company and stock price performance.
We continued to engage with shareholders in 2017. The feedbackover the course of the year, building on prior dialogues to deepen our understanding of investor sentiments about our compensation program. Input received was positive and highly supportive ofcontinued to support the changes we implemented in 2016 to strengthen our executive compensation program over the past two years. In particular, manyprogram’s design and components. Many investors commented favorably on the demonstrated linkage between pay and performance and the alignment of our incentive compensation goals with the Company’s overall business strategies.

The Board of Directors unanimously recommends a vote “FOR” the approval of the compensation paid to the Company’s named executives, as disclosed in this proxy statement.

 

See Appendix D for Acronyms Used in the Proxy and this CD&A

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& Analysis

“Our Committee strives to design and implement an executive compensation framework that motivates and rewards Exelon executives to achieve superior performance for the benefit of our shareholders and other key stakeholders.”

Yves C. de Balmann, Chair, Compensation and Leadership Development CommitteeExecutive Overview

This Compensation Discussion and Analysis (CD&A)CD&A discusses Exelon’s 2017 executive compensation program. The program covers2019 compensation for our named executive officers (NEOs)comprising our CEO, CFO, retired CEO of Exelon Utilities, and three other most highly compensated executive officers serving as of the end of 2019. These officers are referred to as our NEOs and are listed below:

Exelon’s Named Executive Officers

CHRISTOPHER M. CRANEJONATHAN W. THAYERJOSEPH NIGROKENNETH CORNEW
President and
Chief Executive Officer
Senior Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
Senior Executive Vice President and
Chief Commercial Officer; President
and CEO, Exelon Generation
WILLIAM A. VON HOENE, JR.KENNETH W. CORNEWANNE PRAMAGGIOREDENIS P. O’BRIENCALVIN G. BUTLER JR.
Senior Executive Vice President
and Chief Strategy Officer
Senior Executive Vice President and ChiefCEO,
Exelon Utilities*
Senior Executive Officer,Vice President and
CEO, Exelon Utilities**
*

Senior EVP and Chief
Financial Officer,CEO, Exelon Utilities through retirement date of October 15, 2019.

**

Senior EVP and Chief
Strategy Officer, Exelon

Senior EVP and Chief
Commercial Officer,
Exelon; President and
Chief Executive Officer,
Exelon Generation
Senior EVP, Exelon;
Chief Executive Officer,
CEO, Exelon Utilities effective December 2, 2019.

2019 Leadership Changes

In October 2019, Exelon announced the retirement of Anne Pramaggiore and appointment of Calvin G. Butler Jr. as the interim CEO of Exelon Utilities. On December 2, 2019, Mr. Butler, former CEO of Baltimore Gas & Electric Company, was appointed Senior Executive SummaryVice President and CEO of Exelon Utilities. As a result, this year’s proxy includes six NEOs.

Business and Strategy Overview Value Proposition and 2019 Performance Highlights

Business OverviewWe are the nation’s leading competitive power provider and a FORTUNE 100 company that works in key facets of the power business: power generation, competitive energy sales, transmission and delivery.

Exelon is composed of two primary businesses:

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Regulated UtilitiesElectric Generation

We have regulated operations that consist of six utility subsidiaries, serving approximately 10 million electricity and gas customers, more than any other company in the industry. Our operational performance is top quartile or better across numerous metrics such as the frequency and duration of outages. We have significantly improved the operational performance of PHI since the 2016 acquisition consistent with our long-term strategy to increase investment in regulated assets for the benefit of our customers.

We also operate a competitive generation business that comprises one of the largest and cleanest electric generation businesses in the country and the largest competitive retail supply business serving wholesale, commercial, and industrial customers. We are the largest producer of emissions-free energy in the U.S. and are a best-in-class operator in terms of outage days and operating costs for our nuclear fleet.

Regulated Utilities
Exelon’s six regulated utilities deliver electricity and natural gas to approximately 10 million customers, more than any other company in the industry, in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania through its Delmarva Power, Pepco, ComEd, BGE, Atlantic City Electric and PECO subsidiaries.

Our utilities continue to have outstanding customer operations. ComEd, BGE, PECO and PHI (on a consolidated basis) achieved first quartile performance in service level and abandon rate and ended the year with their best performance ever on customer satisfaction.

We have significantly improved the operational performance of PHI since the 2016 acquisition consistent with our long-term strategy to increase investment in regulated assets for the benefit of our customers.

Electric Generation
Exelon operates the largest and cleanest competitive generation business in the U.S. With approximately 31,600 megawatts of nuclear, gas, wind, solar and hydroelectric generating capacity, we are the largest producer of zero-carbon energy in the U.S. and are a best-in-class operator in terms of outage days and operating costs for our nuclear fleet.

We also operate the largest competitive retail supply business serving wholesale, commercial, and industrial customers.

Learn more atwww.exeloncorp.com.

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Exelon’s Value Proposition,

The value proposition as articulated below provides more granular insights intoin five strategic business objectives, reflect our long-term strategic goals and the path to achieving these goals. Our continued focus on the following five key strategic initiatives isthat are expected to drive strong operational and financial performance. The table below demonstrates the strong link between Exelon’s value propositionValue Proposition and the compensation components or metrics that are used in our executive compensation program.

Strategic Business Objective

Compensation Component or Metric

2019 Results
1.1

Regulated utility growth with utilityUtility EPS rising 6-8% and rate base growth of 7.4%7.3% annually through 2021

2023

Adjusted (non-GAAP) Operating EPSEPS*

Performance measure for annual incentiveAIP

Utility Net Income

Performance Share award measure for LTIP

Performance share award measureOperating EPS of $3.22 exceeded the mid-point of 2019 guidance and our target with utilities contributing $2.14
Completed five distribution rate cases with regulatory authorities, reaching two constructive settlements
2.2

Strong free cash generation and maintaining a strong balance sheet to supportSupport utility growth, while also reducing debt by $3 billion overreduction and the next 4 yearsdividend

Exelon FFO/DebtDebt*

Performance Share award measure for LTIP

Performance share award measureInvested more than $5.5 billion at our electric and gas companies to replace aging infrastructure and enhance reliability and resiliency
Together with previously announced cost savings, Exelon has identified total savings of over $1 billion since 2015
Over the course of 2019, Exelon and all of its rated subsidiaries received credit upgrades
Retired $600M of long-term debt at Exelon Generation
Increased dividend by 5% annually since 2018
3.3

Invest in utilities where we can earn an appropriate return

Utility Return on EquityEarned ROE*

Performance shareShare award measure for LTIP

4.4

Superior operational performance to support achievement of financial objectives

Operational Metrics

Outage duration (CAIDI), outage frequency net(SAIFI), nuclear fleetwide capacity factor and dispatch match are performance measures for AIP

ComEd, BGE, PECO and PHI (on a consolidated basis) achieved first quartile performance in service level and abandon rate and ended the annual incentiveyear with their best performance ever on customer satisfaction
Exelon’s nuclear operations set a best-ever capacity factor of 95.7%
5.5

Create sustainable value for shareholders by executing business strategy

Relative TSR

Modifier for performance sharePerformance Share award for LTIP

Overview of 2017 Key Achievements on Objectives

Reported below are the achievements attained on our long-term strategic goals.

Strong Financial and Operational Performance

Strategic Business Objective

2017 Results

1.

Regulated utility growth with utility EPS rising 6-8% and rate base growth of 7.4% annually through 2021

Completed 11 distribution and 6 transmission rate cases with regulatory authorities, increasing annual revenue and rate base by an expected combined $396 million
2.

Strong free cash generation and maintaining a strong balance sheet to support utility growth while also reducing debt by $3 billion over the next 4 years

Deployed targeted level of capital of $5.3 billion into our utilities to improve reliability, replace aging infrastructure, and enhance customer experience
3.

Invest in utilities where we can earn an appropriate return

4.

Superior operational performance to support achievement of financial objectives

Utilities performed largely at first quartile levels with especially strong results across key metrics:
BGE, ComEd and PECO achieved 1stdecile performance in the System Average Interruption Frequency Index (SAIFI)
BGE and ComEd achieved 1stdecile performance in the Customer Average Interruption Duration Index (CAIDI)
PHI achieved best ever performance on SAIFI and CAIDI
5.

Create sustainable value for shareholders by executing business strategy

Achieved 2017 adjusted (non-GAAP) operating EPS of $2.60
Results would have been $2.73 absent the deferral of 9 cents in Illinois zero emissions credits (ZEC) revenues given the Illinois Power Agency’s decision to delay the ZEC procurement by one month, into 2018, and a 4 cent impairment due to an unexpected FERC decision regarding utility transmission formula rate mechanisms
Achieved significant judicial success in defending ZEC programs in New York
Teamed with Exelon Foundation to launch a climate change investment initiative to fund startups focused on technology to reduce emissions and Illinoisadvocate for state policies that will properly value nuclear and other clean energy
On track to meet operations-driven GHG emission reduction goal furthering our best-in-class operator status and supporting sustainable long-term value creation
Announced commitmentadditional annual cost savings of $100 million at Exelon Generation in response to lower costs by $250 millioncontinuing economic challenges confronting Generation’s business necessitating continued focus on an annualcost management through enhanced efficiency and productivity; full run-rate basis by 2020savings scheduled to be achieved in 2022
*

See Definitions of Non-GAAP measures in Appendix B at page 96.

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Sustainable Business Practices

Exelon’s sustainability practices – including our environmental and social initiatives – are a fundamental component of our strategy and operations. We achieved significant progress against our objectives in 2017, including:

Expanded paid leave policy to allow both women and men to meet the dual demands of work and family;

Signed the White House Equal Pay Pledge affirming our commitment to uphold fair treatment for all of our employees and aligning with our values;

Increased diversity spending with suppliers by $432 million (a 29% increase from the prior year) demonstrating our strong commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives;

2017 awards and recognitions include: Billion Dollar Roundtable, Civic 50, Top 50 Companies for Diversity, Best Places to Work in 2017, CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion, and UN’s HeForShe;

Exelon and our employees set a new record in corporate philanthropy and volunteerism, committing over $52 million in giving and volunteering 210,000 hours;

Recognized as having the lowest carbon dioxide emissions of the top 20 investor owned utilities; and

Named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America for the 12thconsecutive year and by Newsweek Green rankings for 9thconsecutive year.

Executive Compensation Program Highlights

What We Do

What We Don’t Do

Pay for performance – 90% of CEO pay and an average of 81% of NEO pay is at risk

Significant stock ownership requirements for Directors and executive officers – 6X base salary for CEO and 3X for other NEOs

Mitigate undue risk in compensation programs (e.g., incentive awards are capped) and conduct an annual risk assessment of the compensation programs

Require double-trigger for change-in-control benefits – change-in-control plus termination

Retain an independent compensation consultant to advise the Compensation Committee

Evaluate management succession and leadership development efforts annually

Provide limited perquisites based on sound business rationale
Seek shareholder feedback on executive compensation programs, engaged with holders of approximately 45% of our shares in 2017

Prohibit hedging transactions, short sales, derivative transactions or pledging of Company stock

Require executive officers to trade through 10b5-1 trading plans or obtain pre-approval before trading Exelon stock

Annually assess our programs against peer companies and best practices

Set appropriate levels of “stretch” in incentive targets, based on industry performance and/or Exelon’s business plan

Provide for discretionary clawbacks of incentive compensation paid or payable to current and former executives under certain circumstances
No guaranteed minimum payout of AIP or LTIP programs

No employment agreements

No excise tax gross-ups for change-in-control agreements

No dividend-equivalents on PShares

No inclusion of the value of LTIP awards in pension or severance calculations

No additional credited service under supplemental pension plans since 2004

No option re-pricing or buyouts

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2017 CEO Pay Outcomes

Strong CEO Pay for Performance Alignment Closely Aligned

The Compensation Committee and Board approved the following compensation for the CEO.

2019 Base Salary

Base salary was increased 2.5% to Total Shareholder Return (TSR)$1,293,000 from $1,261,000 as a result of the merit review and achievement of 2018 results.

2019 AIP Award Payout and Target Adjustment

AIP target was increased to 145% of salary to align with market. Payout was112.22%.

2017-2019 Performance Share Payout

Three-year performance was above target at107.70%.

78%of the CEO’s total target direct compensation for 2019 was in the form of long-term incentives, which is nearly 5% more than the average in our peer group.


Chart depicts Exelon’s TSR of 52.9%annual stock price for the period January 1, 2016 through December 29, 2017 outperformed the PHLX Utility Sector Index (UTY) by 20.7 percentage points.

Chart provides a comparison of thelast three years and CEO total compensation as shownit appears in the Summary Compensation Tables of Exelon’s annual proxy statements to Exelon’s stock price over a five-year period beginning December 31, 2012.

Table.

Over the last three years, CEO pay decreasedas reflected in the Summary Compensation Table increased at an annualized rate of 2.9%, 1.3%from $17.2$14.6 million to $14.9$15.4 million, while Exelon’s stock price increased from $29.74$39.41 to $39.41$45.59 resulting in an annualized rate of increase for TSR of 10.6%12.4%.

Continued TSR Outperformance Relative to UTY in 2017

Building on Exelon’s 2016 TSR of 32.8%, we continued to deliver strong TSR performance of 15.1% in 2017, outperforming the UTY by 2.3 percentage points.

For the three-year period beginning in 2015, Exelon trailed the UTY index, dragged down by a negative 22.1% TSR for 2015.

ONE- AND THREE-YEAR TSR GROWTHExelon Stock Price and CEO Pay

CEO

NEOs


Almost 78% of our CEO’s target total direct compensation is in the form of LTIP, which is nearly 6 percentage points higher than the average CEO in our peer group.

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Goal Rigor

The 2017 EPS “Target” goal was set at $2.75, 7 cents above the 2016 actual results and 10 cents above the midpoint of our publicly disclosed 2017 earnings guidance range. 2017 operational metrics were set at challenging levels that corresponded to top quartile performance compared to industry standards.

Building on the 2017 goal rigor, the Compensation Committee set the adjusted (non-GAAP) operating EPS AIP target for 2018 at a level significantly higher than the Company’s actual performance in 2017, which is generally aligned with the midpoint of our publicly disclosed 2018 financial guidance. For 2018, maximum targets were set at levels that outperform Company historical metrics for three of the four operational metrics:

best-ever for Dispatch Match

best-ever for Nuclear FleetwideCapacity Factor

best-ever for outage frequency results (best-in-class)

first decile of industry standards for outage duration goals

Executive Compensation Program

Compensation Philosophy and PracticesObjectives

Exelon’s Executive Compensation Program Philosophy

The goal of our executive compensation program is to retain and reward leaders who create long-term value for our shareholders by delivering on objectives that support the Company’s Value Proposition and strategic business objectives described above.

The Compensation Committee strives to set challenging financial performance targets that drive and motivate executives to achieve long-term strategic plan.success, shareholder value, and to help ensure key talent is retained. The Committee selects performance metrics that are tied to the Company’s financial strategies and are proven measures of long-term value creation. Financial targets are based on our internal business plans and external market factors. Our executive compensation program is constructed to attract, motivate, engage and retain the high quality leaders who can effectively manage a company of Exelon’s size and complexity.

In designing the Company’s executive compensation program, the Compensation Committee striveshas been designed to align the incentives of our NEOshigh-quality leaders with the interests of our shareholders. This is accomplished byshareholders using metrics and adopting goals directly linked to the Company’s strategy. We believe consistent executionstrategy and performance.

Each element of our strategy over multi-year periods will drive long-term shareholder value creation. Moreover our programtotal direct compensation is structured to motivate measured but sustainablebased on market data, the executive’s competencies and appropriate risk-taking.skills, scope of responsibilities, experience and performance, retention, succession planning and organizational structure of the businesses.

Robust Goal Setting ProcessObjectives

Goal-setting process is competitive and well-defined

The Compensation Committee annually reviews components, targets and payouts to ensure that they are challenging, contain appropriate stretch, and are designed to mitigate excessive risk
The Committee considers short- and long-term financial and operational results relative to our internal goals
Goals for the AIP, including Adjusted Operating EPS, are set in January
Exelon provides full-year guidance for EPS and other key financial metrics around the same time

Target levels are challenging to achieve and drive long-term growth and success

EPS metric is aligned generally with external financial guidance
Target goals are generally set near the mid-point of Exelon’s full-year EPS guidance
Distinguished goals are generally set above Exelon’s full-year EPS guidance
Operational metrics are set at challenging levels (i.e., target typically corresponds to top quartile performance) compared to industry standards
Return and cash flow metrics are set based on internal business plan

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Guiding Principles2019 Compensation Program Structure

The following principles guide and inform the Compensation Committee’s efforts to deliver a highly effectiveIn keeping with Exelon’s executive compensation program that drives shareholder value, operational performance,philosophy and fostersobjectives, the attraction, motivation, of key talent.

Manage for the Long-term

The Board manages for the long-term and makes pay decisions that are in the best long-term interests of the Company and shareholders.

Alignment with Shareholders

Compensation is directly linked to performance and is aligned with shareholders by having a majority of NEO pay at risk in both short- and long-term incentives.

Extensive Shareholder Engagement

We engage directly with shareholders and take responsive actions to improve our compensation programs based on year-round feedback from shareholders.

Market Competitive

Our NEOs’ pay levels are set by taking into consideration multiple factors, including peer group market data, internal equity comparisons, experience, succession planning, performance and retention.

Stock Ownership Guidelines

Executives are required to meet and maintain significant stock ownership requirements. Since 2016, our CEO’s requirement is 6X base salary, while other NEOs are 3X base salary.

Balance

The portion of NEO pay at risk rewards the appropriate balance of short- and long-term financial and strategic business results.

Compensation Decisions - Roles of Board, Compensation Committee and CEO

CEO compensation decisions are made by the independent members of the Board, based on recommendation of the Compensation Committee.

Other NEO compensation decisions are made by the Compensation Committee, based on several factors including input from the CEO and the independent compensation consultant.

Setting Target Total Direct Compensation (TDC) for the CEO…

One of the Compensation Committee’s most important responsibilities is to recommend the CEO’s compensation to the independent Directors of the Board. The Compensation Committee fulfills this responsibility by analyzing peer group compensation and performance data with its independent compensation consultant. The Committee also reviews the various elements of the CEO’s compensation in the context of the target TDC which includes base salary, annual and long-term incentive target opportunities.

…and for Our NEOs

The Compensation Committee uses a variety of data to gauge market competitiveness, including peer group data and regression analysis. TDC can vary based on competencies and skills, scope of responsibilities, the executive’s experience and performance, retention, succession planning and the organizational structure of the businesses (e.g., internal alignment and reporting relationships).

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Peer Groups Used for Benchmarking Executive Compensation

We use a blended peer group for assessing our executive compensation program that consists of two sub-groups: energy services peers and general industry peers. We use a blended peer group because (1) there are not enough energy services peers with size, scale and complexity comparable to Exelon to create a robust energy services-only peer group, and (2) Exelon’s market for attracting talent includes general industry peers, with recent key executives hired from companies such as Johnson & Johnson and Proctor & Gamble. When selecting general industry peers, we look for capital asset-intensive companies with size, scale and complexity similar to Exelon, and we also consider the extent to which they may be subject to the effects of volatile commodity prices similar to Exelon’s sensitivity to commodity price volatility. Exelon’s revenues are at the 85thpercentile of the following blended peer group comprising 20 companies.

Energy Services– Beginning in 2017, we included the following 11 energy services companies in our peer group even though seven of these companies had 2016 revenues that were less than half of Exelon's revenues:
American Electric
Power Company, Inc.
Dominion
Energy, Inc.
Duke Energy
Corporation
Edison
International
Entergy
Corporation
FirstEnergy
Corporation
NextEra
Energy, Inc.
PG&E CorporationPublic Service
Enterprise Group Inc.
Sempra Energy
The Southern
Company
General Industry– Beginning in 2017, we included the following general industry peers in our peer group:
3M
Company
Deere & Company DowDuPontGeneral Dynamics
Corporation
Honeywell
International Inc.
International
Paper
Company 
Marathon
Petroleum
Company
Northrop
Grumman
Corporation
Valero Energy
Corporation

In 2017, a change was made to our general industry peer sub-group. Alcoa, Hess, and Johnson Controls were removed due to corporate transactions that significantly altered their comparability to Exelon. These companies were replaced with Marathon Petroleum and Valero Energy Corporation in the general industry peer group and Sempra Energy in the energy services peer group, which the Compensation Committee deemed to better reflect the overall composition and profile of the peer group.

To account for differences in the size of the compensation peer group companies, market data is statistically adjusted using a regression analysis by the Committee’s independent consultant allowing for a comparison of the compensation levels to similarly-sized companies. Each element of our NEOs’ compensation is then targeted to the median of the peer group. To the extent an NEO’s total compensation exceeds the peer group median, it is due to outstanding performance, critical skills, experience and tenure. If an NEO’s compensation is below the median, it is generally due to underperformance against relevant metrics or reflective of an individual who is newer in his or her role.

How the Peer Group is used

As an input in developing compensation targets and pay mix
To assess the competitiveness of compensation and benefit programs
Benchmarks for incentive program design
Benchmarks for stock ownership guidelines

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2017 Say-on-Pay Vote Outcome and Shareholder Engagement

The Compensation Committee regularly reviews executive compensation, taking into consideration the input received through Exelon’s robust engagement program with its investors. Feedback is typically solicited throughout the year in connection with the annual meeting of shareholders and the Compensation Committee’s review of the executive compensation program.

During 2017, Exelon contacted the holders of nearly 50% of our outstanding shares, representing almost two-thirds of the Company’s institutional investors. We engaged with portfolio managers and governance professionals from a significant cross-section of our shareholder base, representing approximately 45% of Exelon’s outstanding shares. Mr. Yves de Balmann, Chair of the Compensation Committee, participated in most of the discussions held with shareholders, and feedback received was shared with the Compensation Committee, the Corporate Governance Committee, and the Board.

Feedback received in 2017 indicated that investors remain supportive of the extensive changes made to the executive compensation program in 2016. This support was reflected in our 2017 say-on-pay vote results. At the Company’s annual meeting of shareholders held in April 2017, approximately 86% of the votes cast on the Company’s say-on-pay proposal voted in favor of the proposal (up from approximately 38% in 2016). No additional substantive changes were made to the executive compensation program as a result of this feedback.

Actions Implemented in 2016 Demonstrate Responsiveness to Shareholders

Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
Capped future payouts at target if absolute TSR is negative for 12 months
Moved operational metrics to AIP from PShare metrics to eliminate duplicate metrics used in LTIP
Eliminated the individual performance multiplier component
Changed PShare performance periods from annual to three-year periods to align with long-term strategic goals and initiatives and shareholder interests
Moved EPS and operational metrics from LTIP to AIP to parallel market practices and eliminate duplicate metrics used in annual and long-term plans; adopted new PShare financial and credit metrics connected with goal to support and drive utility performance
Amended TSR modifier to compare to UTY market index to more closely correspond with shareholder return experience, and capped payouts at target where TSR is negative for the final 12 months of the measurement period

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Compensation Decisions and Rationale

2017 Compensation Program Structure

The Compensation Committee designed Exelon’s 20172019 compensation program to motivate and reward leaders who create long-term value for our shareholders. The primary compensation elements includebe composed of fixed and variable components that include:elements summarized below.

Pay
Element
FormPerformancePurposeShareholder Alignment:
SalaryCashMerit Based
Provides portion ofFixed income stability at competitive, market-based levels attracts and retains top talent.
Annual
Incentive
Plan
Cash
1 YearAdjusted (non-GAAP) Operating EPS(1)(70%)
Adjusted Operating EPS(70%)
Operational Goals(30%)
Outage Duration Outage Frequency, Net Fleetwide
Capacity Factor, Dispatch Match
Outage Frequency
Nuclear Fleetwide Capacity Factor(2)
Dispatch Match
Subject to TSR Cap if negative 1-year absolute TSR
Motivates executives to achieve key annual financial and operational objectives using adjusted (non-GAAP) operating EPS and operational goals that reflect commitment to become the leading diversified energy provider
Aligns with shareholder interests by capping payouts at targetPayouts capped if 1-year absolute TSR for annual period is negative (TSR Cap)(3)
Long-Term
Incentive
Plan
(Cumulative Performance
Shares
( over 3-year cycle) 2019 - 2021 Scorecard:
67%of LTIP)
Cumulative
Performance
2017-2019
Scorecard
Utility Earned ROE(1)(33.3%(33.3%)
Utility Net Income(33.3% (33.3%)
Exelon FFO/Debt(1)(33.4%(33.4%)
Subject to TSR Cap & TSR Modifier
Drives executive focus on long-term goals supporting utility growth, financial results, and capital stewardship to drive behavior and align with shareholder interests
IncludesRewards relative comparisonachievement of TSRfinancial goals and stock price compared to market index and caps payout at targetutility peers (UTY) over three-year period (TSR Modifier)
Payouts capped if absolute TSR is negative to further align with shareholder interestsfor the last 12 months of the performance cycle (TSR Cap)(4)
2017-2019
Modifier
Vest One-Third per year over 3 Years
Point- for-point relative TSR Modifier (3-year period)Balances LTI portfolio providing executive with market competitive time-based award
(1)TSR Cap if negative 1-year absolute TSRSee Definitions of Non-GAAP measures in Appendix B at page 96.
Restricted Stock
(
33%of LTIP)(2)
Vest One-Third Per Year Over 3 YearsCapping feature on Nuclear Fleetwide Capacity Factor metric adjusts for lower spot pricing for energy and to ensure that this metric was self-funding. For every incremental dollar the Company makes after achieving target performance, participants receive half.
(3)Effective with the 2020 Annual Incentive Plan, the AIP TSR Cap has been eliminated. For additional details, please see page 52.
(4)Effective with the 2020-2022 Performance Share Program, the TSR Cap’s measurement period has been extended to the full three-year performance period. For additional details, please see page 52.

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2017 Target CompensationBase Salary

NEOs.The table below lists the target value of the compensation elementsCompensation Committee sets base salaries for each NEO, as of December 31, 2017.

Cash CompensationLong-Term IncentivesTarget Total
Direct
Compensation
Name  Base  AIP
Target
  Target
Total Cash
  RSUs
33% of LTIP
  PShares
67% of LTIP
  Target Total
LTIP
  
Crane$1,261,000130%$2,900,300$3,332,901$6,766,799$10,099,700$13,000,000
Thayer807,90095%1,575,405891,5261,810,0692,701,5954,277,000
Von Hoene, Jr.886,600100%1,773,200963,8641,956,9362,920,8004,694,000
Cornew883,600100%1,767,200963,2041,955,5962,918,8004,686,000
O’Brien824,70095%1,608,165815,3761,655,4592,470,8354,079,000

Total Cash Compensation (Base Salary and Annual Incentive Program)

2017 Base Salary Review and Adjustments

Base salaries for our NEOs are set by the Compensation Committee andwhich may be adjusted following an annual market assessmentreview. Base salary adjustments are effective as of peer group compensation. Base salaries may be adjusted (1)March 1 each year. In February 2019 as part of its annual review, the Compensation Committee approved a 2.5% increase in base salary, in line with prior years, for each NEO and 3% for Mr. Butler.

CEO.For the CEO’s compensation, the Compensation Committee makes recommendations which are reviewed and approved by the independent directors. In February 2019 as part of its annual review, the Compensation Committee recommended a 2.5% increase in base salary for the CEO.

When evaluating whether to make any adjustments, the Compensation Committee considers a number of factors including the outcome of the annual merit review, or (2) based on a promotion or significant change in job scope. The Compensation Committee considers the results of the annual market assessment in additionof NEO and CEO compensation provided by the Committee’s independent compensation consultant, the need to the following factors when contemplating a merit review:retain an experienced team, job promotion, individual performance, scope of responsibility, leadership skills and values, current compensation, internal equity, and legacy matters.

In January 2017, the Compensation Committee approved a 2.5% increase in base salary for each NEO (excluding the CEO) effective March 1, 2017, as part of its annual merit review.

   
NEO     Base Salary as of
March 1, 2018
    Base Salary as of
March 1, 2019
 
Crane$1,261,000$1,293,000 
Nigro767,496794,375 
Cornew905,690928,332 
Von Hoene, Jr904,673931,484 
Pramaggiore720,225794,375 
Butler Jr.537,165553,280 
  

2017 Annual Incentive Program (AIP) Award Determinations

In prior years, the AIP process included the application of an individual performance multiplier to the final award determination. Some shareholders voiced concern about the use of the discretionary individual performance multiplier, so this multiplier was removed in 2016 for AIP payout determinations made in 2017.

Accordingly, for 2017 the Compensation Committee used the following process to determine 2017 AIP awards for each NEO:

Step
1
Step
2
Step
3

Step
4

Set AIP TargetDetermine Performance FactorDetermine Negative TSR CapApply Final Multiplier
Expressed as percentage of base salary, as of 12/31/17
CEO annual incentive target of 130%
Other NEO annual incentive targets range from 95% to 100%
Based on 70% adjusted (non-GAAP) operating EPS and 30% operational metrics
If Exelon’s absolute TSR for the year is negative, AIP payout will be capped at target (100%)
Multiply the target award by the lesser of (i) the performance factor or (ii) the negative TSR cap if applicable
Award can range from 0% to 200% of target (target of 100%)

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2017 Performance.The following table includes the threshold, target, and distinguished or maximum performance goals and results achieved under the 2017 annual incentive plan (AIP).

Goals  Threshold  Target  Distinguished  Weighting  Weighted
Payout as a
% of Target
Financial (70%)
Adjusted (non-GAAP)
Operating Earnings Per Share (EPS)*
70%42.37%
Operational (30%)
Outage Duration (CAIDI)
Calculated as the total number of customer interruption minutes divided by the total number of customer interruptions
7.5%12.86%
Outage Frequency (SAIFI)
Calculated as the total number of customer interruptions divided by the total number of customers served
7.5%15.00%
Net Fleetwide Capacity Factor
The weighted average of the capacity factor of all Exelon nuclear units, calculated as the sum of net generation in megawatt hours divided by the sum of the hourly annual mean net megawatt rating, multiplied by the number of hours in a period**
7.5%11.49%
Dispatch Match
Measure the responsiveness of a fossil generating unit to the market
7.5%15.00%
Formulaic Performance Calculation96.72%
*Refer to Appendix at A-1 for our rationale for using a reconciliation of adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings per share to GAAP earnings per share.
**Starting in 2017 we introduced a capping feature on Net Fleetwide Capacity Factor to account for the lower spot pricing for energy and to ensure that this metric is self-funding. For every incremental dollar the Company makes after achieving target performance, participants receive half.

Performance Considerations.The AIP payout was calculated at 96.72% of target, based on the following performance outcomes:

achieved outstanding operational performance on the four metrics, including best-in-class performance for Nuclear Fleetwide Capacity Factor and best-ever SAIFI performance;
had an absolute TSR of 15.1%, outperforming the UTY; and
delivered solid financial performance on operating EPS at $2.60, which would have been $2.69 if the 2017 ZEC credits revenue recognition was not postponed to 2018 as explained on page 46.

In determining the final payout for all NEOs (including the CEO), the Compensation Committee and Board concluded that this was the appropriate payout to reflect overall financial and operational performance. Furthermore, the Committee and Board decided to not adjust 2017 performance for the loss of 9 cents attributable to ZEC credits that were carried forward to 2018, even though those credits were included in the 2017 target of $2.75. This 2017 target was 7 cents above the 2016 actual operating EPS.

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The following table shows how the formula was applied and the actual amounts awarded. The Compensation Committee made no changes to the NEOs targets for AIP.

NEOAIP TargetFormulaic
Performance
Factor
Actual
Award
Crane$1,639,300       96.72%       $1,585,531
Thayer767,50596.72%742,331
Von Hoene, Jr.886,60096.72%857,520
Cornew883,60096.72%854,618
O’Brien783,46596.72%757,767

2017 Long-Term Incentive Program (LTIP)

The Compensation Committee annually grants equity incentive awards at its meeting in January. On January 30, 2017, the Compensation Committee approved awards of restricted stock units (RSUs) and performance shares (PShares) shown in detail in the Grants of Plan-Based Awards table on page 65.

Restricted Stock Units.RSUs vest ratably over three years. Dividend equivalents with respect to RSUs are reinvested as additional RSUs, subject to the same vesting conditions as the underlying RSUs.

Performance Share Units.A target number of PShares is granted, the earning of which is contingent on performance for the subsequent three-years. Performance measures for the currently open cycles are summarized in the tables below. In addition to these financial measures, any earned award is subject to a total shareholder return modifier to compensate for relative performance achieved against the performance of the UTY index. See page 53 for the rationale behind the selection of the performance goals used for PShares.

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Performance Share (PShare) Award DeterminationsAnnual Incentive Program (AIP)

In prior years, the PShare determination process included the application of an individual performance multiplier to the final award determination. Some shareholders voiced concern about the use of the discretionary individual performance multiplier, so this multiplier was not applied to PShare payout determinations made in 2017.

Accordingly, the Compensation Committee uses the following process to determine PShare targetsAIP Overview and awards:

StepStepStepStepStep
1
   2
   3
   4
   5  
 

Establish PShare Target
Target set in January of the first year of the performance cycle

Determine Performance Multiplier
Based on performance achieved over the cycle

Performance can range from 0% to 150% of target (target of 100%)

Determine TSR Modifier
Subtract the performance of the UTY from Exelon’s absolute TSR performance over the three-year performance period (e.g., 2017-2019)
Calculate Final Multiplier
Multiply the performance multiplier by (1 + the TSR multiplier)

If Exelon’s absolute TSR for the final 12 months of the measurement period is negative, PShare payout will be capped at target

Apply Final Multiplier
Apply the final multiplier to determine the number of shares issued

Award can range from 0% to 200% of target (target of 100%) after application of the TSR modifier

2015-2017 PShare Program Payout DeterminationGoal Setting Process

The Compensation Committee approved a payout of 111.25%,AIP is an annual cash incentive program that provides the opportunity to receive an annual cash award based on the average performanceachievement of 117.03%predetermined financial and operational goals.

The metrics used for the 2015, 2016 and 2017 scorecards and a TSR modifier of negative 4.94% based on 2015-2017 TSR performance. The 2015, 2016 and 2017 scorecards are presented in the Appendix at A-2; the 2017 award payout calculation is presented below:

YearScorecard
Performance
Average
Performance
TSR
Modifier
Overall
Award Payout
2015      122.48%
2016125.00%      117.03%      -4.94%      111.25%*
2017103.61%
*

117.03% X (100%-4.94%)

2015-2017 TSR Modifier and Cap Determination2019 AIP program included:

 

To address shareholder concerns received

What it isWhy it is Important
Adjusted
(non-GAAP)
Operating EPS*
The Company’s net income from ongoing business activities divided by average shares outstanding during the year and adjusted to exclude certain costs, expenses, gains and losses, and other specified items.Supports commitment to provide solid returns to our shareholders and to support and grow our dividend.
Outage Duration
(CAIDI)
Measure of the total number of customer interruption minutes divided by the total number of customers served.Providing reliable power and quickly responding to interruptions is essential to operations and customer satisfaction.
Outage Frequency
(SAIFI)
Measure of the total number of customer interruptions divided by the total number of customers served.Dependable infrastructure and reliable power are essential to operations and customer satisfaction.
Nuclear Fleetwide
Capacity Factor
The weighted average of the capacity factor of all Exelon nuclear units, calculated as the sum of net generation in 2016,megawatt hours divided by the following modifications were madesum of the hourly annual mean net megawatt rating, multiplied by the number of hours in a period.Efficient operation of our nuclear fleet maximizes cost-efficiency and delivery of clean, reliable energy.
Dispatch MatchMeasures the responsiveness of a fossil generating unit to the TSR modifier and a TSR cap was added:

Changed TSR modifier peer group frommarket.
Providing sufficient power during peak times ensures we satisfy the competitive integrated companies (Entergy, FirstEnergy, NextEra Energy, and PSEG) to the UTY
Changed to a point-for-point approach, where the UTY’s absolute TSR performance is subtracted from Exelon’s absolute TSR over the three-year period
The modifier is no longer capped (positive or negative)
Cap payout at target if TSR is negative for the final 12 monthsneeds of the measurement period

For the 2015-2017 performance period, the TSR modifier was 18.98% for Exelon minus 23.92% for the UTY, resulting in a TSR modifier of negative 4.94%. Exelon’s 2017 one-year absolute TSR was 15.11% so the TSR cap was not applicable.

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The following table shows how the formula was applied and the actual amounts awarded.

NEOTarget
Shares
Performance
Factor
Actual
Award
Crane176,221x111.25%=196,046
Thayer      48,455             x             111.25%             =             53,906
Von Hoene, Jr.53,112x111.25%=59,087
Cornew52,359x111.25%=58,249
O’Brien44,307x111.25%=49,292

Because all of the NEOs have achieved 200% or more of their stock ownership targets (as described on page 59), all of their PShare awards were settled in cash. For participants who have not achieved 200% of their stock ownership target, PShare awards are settled half in shares of Exelon common stock and half in cash.

Robust Goal-Setting Process and Rigorous Targets

The Compensation Committee strives to set challenging operational and financial performance targets that drive and motivate executives to achieve short- and long-term success and to help ensure key talent is retained. The Compensation Committee selects metrics that are directly tied to the Company’s operational and financial strategies and are proven measures of long-term value creation. Operational targets are benchmarked and set at the top quartile or higher as compared to industry standards. Financial targets are based on our internal business plans and external market factors.

Goal-Setting for 2018

Exelon’s goal-setting process employs a multi-layer approach and analysis that incorporates a blend of objective and subjective business considerations and other analytical methods to ensure that the goals are sufficiently rigorous. Such considerations include:

Recent History:Goals generally reflect a logical progression of results from the recent past
Relative Performance:
Recent History - Goals generally reflect a logical progression of results from the recent past
Relative Performance -Performance is evaluated against a relevant group of the Company’s peers
Strategic Objectives - Near- and intermediate-term goals follow a trend line consistent with long-term aspirations
Shareholder Expectations - Goals are aligned with externally communicated financial guidance and shareholder expectations
Sustainable Sharing -Earned awards reflect a balanced degree of shared benefits between shareholders and participants

The Compensation Committee annually reviews AIP components, targets and payouts to ensure that they are challenging, contain appropriate stretch, and are designed to mitigate excessive risk. The Committee considers short- and long-term financial and operational results relative to our internal goals. Goals for the AIP, including adjusted (non-GAAP) operating EPS, are set in January/early February around the same time that Exelon provides full-year guidance for EPS and other key financial metrics.

*See Definitions of Non-GAAP measures in Appendix B at page 96.

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The Compensation Committee used the following process to determine 2019 AIP awards made to each NEO:

Beginning of Performance YearAfter End of Performance Year

1Set Individual AIP Targets2Set Performance Goals3Apply Performance Multiplier4Apply Negative TSR Cap(if applicable)
Expressed as percentage of base salary, as of 12/31/18
CEO annual incentive target of 145%; other NEO annual incentive targets range from 90% to 100%
Set target goal for adjusted (non-GAAP) operating EPS (70%)
Set targets for achievement of certain operational goals (30%)
Goals include Threshold, Target, and Distinguished performance levels
Performance multiplier is a measure of performance against each goal as a percentage of target
Multiply the target award by the performance multiplier
Award can range from 0% to 200% of target (target of 100%)
If Exelon’s absolute TSR for the year is negative, AIP payout will be capped at 100% of target AIP award(1)
(1)Beginning with the 2020 AIP, the TSR cap has been eliminated. See page 52 for more detail.

2019 AIP Performance and Payout Determinations

The following table details the 2019 threshold, target, and distinguished or maximum performance goals, and the results achieved. The Performance Multiplier for 2019 AIP awards was calculated to be112.22%of target, based on the following:

AIP Metrics:Performance ScalePerformance
Relative to
Target
   Performance
as % of
Target
   Weighted
Performance
   Threshold
(50% payout)
   Target
(100% payout)
   Distinguished
(200% payout)
   
Adjusted Operating EPS*
70%
110.81%77.57%
CAIDI
7.5%
87.5%6.56%
SAIFI
7.5%
115.38%8.65%
Fleetwide Capacity Factor
7.5%
134.13%10.06%
Dispatch Match
7.5%
125.00%9.38%
Payout:112.22%
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The following table shows actual AIP payout amounts awarded to Exelon’s NEOs:

NEO     AIP Target
(as % of
Base Salary)
     Dollar Value of
AIP Target
     Performance
Multiplier
     Actual
Award
Crane145%$1,874,850112.22%$2,103,957
Nigro95%754,656112.22%846,875
Cornew100%928,332112.22%1,041,774
Von Hoene, Jr100%931,484112.22%1,045,311
Pramaggiore*95%754,656112.22%668,209
Butler Jr.90%630,000112.22%706,986
*Ms. Pramaggiore’s AIP is prorated based on retirement date of October 15, 2019.

AIP Goal Rigor

Adjusted (non-GAAP) Operating EPS*(70%).Building on past goal rigor, the Compensation Committee set an adjusted (non-GAAP) operating EPS* AIP target for 2019 at a level higher than the Company’s peers

Strategic Aspirations:Near-actual performance in 2018, and intermediate-term goals follow a trend line consistent with long-term aspirations
Shareholder Expectations:Goals arewhich was aligned with externally communicated financial guidance and shareholder expectations
Sustainable Sharing:Earned awards reflect a balanced degree of shared benefits between shareholders and participants

To ensure adequate rigor for the financial targets applicable to the PShares, we conducted statistical simulations to understand the level of difficultymidpoint of our payout range. We also conducted a sensitivity analysispublicly disclosed 2019 financial guidance. “Distinguished” goals were set above the upper end of reasonable value rangesExelon’s full-year EPS guidance.

Adjusted (non-GAAP) Operating EPS*
Guidance(1)Threshold
(50%)
Target
(100%)
Distinguished
(200%)

LOOKING FORWARD…

On February 11, 2020, Exelon issued 2020 financial guidance setting adjusted operating EPS* at$3.00 - $3.30.

For 2020, the AIP adjusted operating EPS* target is aligned with this guidance.

2020’s adjusted operating EPS* “Target” goal is a range which starts generally above the midpoint of Exelon’s full-year EPS guidance and ends at 2019 actual results of $3.22.
The “Distinguished” goal is set above the upper end of Exelon’s full-year EPS guidance.
2019$3.00 - $3.30
2018$2.90 - $3.20
2017$2.50 - $2.80
(1)Reflects initial full-year guidance provided during January/February of each year.

*See Definitions of Non-GAAP measures in Appendix B at page 96.

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Operational Goals(30%).Operational “Target” metrics for several internal and external variables2019 were set at challenging levels that are significant drivers of performance. We also examined historical levels of deviation of Companycorresponded to top quartile performance compared to plan.industry standards and “Distinguished” targets were set at levels that outperform the historical achievement of Company metrics for three of the four operational metrics.

Outage Duration (CAIDI) – 7.5%Outage Frequency (SAIFI) – 7.5%
2019
2018
2017

Nuclear Fleetwide Capacity Factor – 7.5%Dispatch Match – 7.5%
2019
2018
2017
Threshold (50%)
Target (100%)
Distinguished (200%)

Example: AIP Goal RigorLOOKING FORWARD…

The Compensation Committee setFor 2020 operational goals, the adjusted (non-GAAP) operating EPS AIP target“Distinguished” targets for 2018 at a level significantly higher than the Company’s actual performance in 2017, which is generally aligned with the midpoint of our publicly disclosed 2018 financial guidance. For 2018, maximum targetsSAIFI, Fleetwide Capacity Factor, and Dispatch Match were set at Best Everlevels that outperform Company historical performanceand for three ofCAIDI, in the four operational metrics:

best-ever for Dispatch Match
best-ever for Nuclear Fleetwide Capacity Factor
best-ever for outage frequency results (best-in-class)
first decileof industry standards for outage duration goalsstandards.

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PShareLong-Term Incentive Program (LTIP)

LTIP Overview & Goal Setting Process

The three-performance metrics underlyingCompensation Committee grants long-term equity incentive awards annually at its January or February meeting. When the 2018-2020 PShare awards includetotal target equity incentive award is determined, the following:value is split between RSUs (33%) and performance shares (67%).

Restricted Stock Units (33% of total award).RSUs granted to NEOs vest ratably over 3 years. RSUs receive dividend equivalents that are reinvested as additional RSUs and remain subject to the same vesting conditions as the underlying RSUs. RSUs are not subject to any performance metrics.
Performance Shares (67% of total award).Performance shares granted to NEOs in February 2019 are earned based on performance achieved for the three-year period ending on December 31, 2021. The performance metrics underlying the 2019- 2021 performance share awards are listed below. These are the same performance metrics underlying the performance shares granted for the 2017-2019 and 2018-2020 performance cycles.

Performance share metrics:What it isWhy it is Important
Utility Earned ROE
(33.3%)
Utility Net Income
(33.3%)
Exelon FFO/Debt
(33.4%)
Average utility ROE weighted by year-end rate basebase.
Earned ROE is calculated using adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings, reflecting all lines of business for the utility businesses (electric distribution, gas distribution, transmission), divided by average shareholder’s equity over the year.
Measure of value created by utility businesses. Aligned with our strategy to invest in our utilities where we can earn an appropriate return.
Utility Net Income
Aggregate utility adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings, including CorporateExelon hold-co net operating income (loss).
Measures financial performance of the Utilities. Aligned with our strategy to grow our regulated utility business.
Exelon FFO/Debt
Funds from operations to total debt ratio.
The ratio is calculated following S&P’s current methodology. Management uses FFO/Debt to evaluate financial risk by measuring the company’s ability to service debt using cash from operations.
Key ratio for determining our credit rating and thereby our access to capital. Aligned with our strategy to generate free cash and reduce debt.

Setting Performance Share Targets.Performance share targets are based on external commitments and/or probabilistic modeling. The performance scale range for the Utility ROE and Utility Net Income metrics was based on the following probability levels of achievement: 95% for threshold and 5% for distinguished with the target aligned with projected performance. The target for the Exelon FFO/Debt metric is aligned with the expectations of credit rating agencies.
Actual Targets Disclosed After Each Cycle.We do not disclose actual targets used in our performance share performance cycles until each cycle is completed. We feel it is important to safeguard the confidentiality of our long-term outlook on projected performance, especially in light of changes in our industry, with our peer companies, and the overall utility and power generation markets. This policy supports the propriety of our long-standing disclosure practices to only issue annual performance guidance as part of our financial disclosure policies.
Performance Share Awards Subject to TSR Modifier and Cap.Performance share awards are subject to a TSR modifier that compares Exelon’s performance relative to the performance of the UTY index on a point by point basis. Performance share awards are also subject to a TSR cap that will limit payouts at target if TSR for the last 12 months of the cycle is negative. (Please note that the TSR cap has been modified for 2020 awards to extend the measurement from the last 12 months of the cycle to the full 36 months of each cycle.) www.exeloncorp.com 45 Compensation Discussion & Analysis

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The Compensation Committee used the following process to determine performance share targets and awards:

1Determine
Performance Metrics & Individual Performance
Share Targets
2Determine
Performance
Multiplier
3Determine TSR
Modifier
4Calculate Final
Multiplier &
Apply TSR Cap
(if applicable)
5Apply Final
Multiplier
Targets are set in January/February of the first year of the performance cycle.
Based on performance achieved over the 3-year cycle.

Performance can range from 0% to 150% of target (target of 100%).
Subtract the TSR of the UTY over the three-year performance period from Exelon’s TSR for the same three-year period.
Multiply the Performance Multiplier by (100% + TSR Modifier). This value is the Final Multiplier.

If Exelon’s absolute TSR for the final 12 month period is negative, performance share payout will be capped at 100%.(1)
Apply the Final Multiplier to determine the number of shares issued. 

Award can range from 0% to 200% of target (target of 100%) after application of the TSR modifier.

(1)Beginning with the 2020-2022 cycle, the TSR cap will apply if TSR is negative for the prior 36-month period. See page 52 for more detail.

On January 27, 2020, the Committee approved awards of RSUs and performance shares shown in detail in the Grants of Plan-Based Awards table on page 57.

2017 – 2019 Performance and Performance Share Payout Determinations

The following table details the 2017 – 2019 threshold, target, and distinguished performance goals, and the results achieved. The Performance Multiplier for 2017 – 2019 Performance shares awards was calculated to be 114.76% of target, based on the following:

Performance Share Metrics:     Threshold
(50%)
     75%     Target
(100%)
     125%     Distinguished
(150%)
     Metric
Weighting
     Actual
Award v.
Metric
Weighting

Utility Earned ROE

33.3%42.11%

Utility Net Income

33.3%39.25%

Exelon FFO/Debt

33.4%

33.40%

2017 – 2019 Performance Multiplier:

114.76%

The Utility Return on Equity (ROE)Earned ROE and Utility Net Income use interpolation between threshold, target, and distinguished levels of performance whereas the Funds From Operations (FFO)/FFO/Debt metric uses a “stair-step” approach with no interpolation between the performance levels.

Payout Determinations:
The Compensation Committee approved a payout of 107.7%, based on 2017-2019 performance and the application of a negative TSR modifier of 6.15% based on 2017-2019 TSR performance relative to the UTY:

41.96% – 48.11% = - 6.15%
[EXC TSR – UTY TSR] = TSR Modifier
            
Performance Multiplierx(100%+TSR Modifier)=Overall Award PayoutTSR Cap
114.76%x(100%+- 6.15)=107.70%Not Applicable– Exelon had positive TSR of 4.3%

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The following table shows how the payout formula was calculated and actual Performance will be evaluated atshares amounts awarded for 2017-2019:

NEO     Target
Performance
Share Value
     Target
Performance
Shares
          Performance
Factor
          Actual Award
(Performance
shares)
     Actual Award
Value
Crane$7,370,000193,117x107.7%=207,987$9,831,545
Nigro1,600,46344,064x107.7%=47,4582,243,340
Cornew1,955,59655,811x107.7%=60,1092,843,290
Von Hoene, Jr1,956,93655,849x107.7%=60,1502,841,352
Pramaggiore1,600,46341,748x107.7%=44,9642,125,448
Butler Jr.1,453,90015,788x107.7%=17,004803,779

Performance Awards Settled in Common Stock and/or Cash.Pursuant to the end of 2020 after the completionterms of the three-yearlong-term incentive program, performance period.share awards payouts are settled in the form of 50% shares of Exelon common stock and 50% in cash, unless participants have achieved 200% or more of their stock ownership guidelines, in which case performance share award payouts are settled in 100% cash.

All NEOs have achieved 200% of their stock ownership target, so all performance share awards were settled in cash.

Performance Share Goal Rigor

To ensure adequate rigor for the financial targets applicable to the 2019-2021 performance share performance cycle, we conducted statistical simulations to understand the level of difficulty for our payout range. This is partincluded a sensitivity analysis of reasonable value ranges for several internal and external variables known to be significant drivers of performance, and an examination of historical levels of deviation of Company performance compared to plan as shown below for the two prior performance cycles.

Utility ROE (33.3%)Utility Net Income (33.3%)
2017 – 2019
2016 – 2018

Threshold (50%)
Target (100%)
Distinguished (150%)

Exelon FFO/Debt (33.4%)                                      
Threshold
(50%)
(75%)Target
(100%)
(125%)Distinguished
(150%)
2017 – 2019
2016 – 2018

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2019 Target Compensation for Named Executive Officers

The table below lists the target value of the transitioncompensation elements for each NEO as of December 31, 2019.

Cash CompensationLong-Term Incentives
Name       Base       AIP
Target
       Target
Total Cash
       

RSUs
[33%]

       Performance
Shares
[67%]
       Target Total
LTIP
       Target Total
Direct
Compensation
Crane$1,293,000145%$3,167,850$3,630,000$7,370,000$11,000,000$14,167,850
Nigro794,37595%1,549,031788,2881,600,4632,388,7503,937,781
Cornew928,332100%1,856,664963,2041,955,5962,918,8004,775,464
Von Hoene, Jr.931,484100%1,862,968963,8641,956,9362,920,8004,783,768
Pramaggiore *794,37595%1,549,031788,2881,600,4632,388,7503,937,781
Butler Jr.700,00090%1,330,000716,1001,453,9002,170,0003,500,000

*Ms. Pramaggiore’s base salary and AIP were paid on a pro-rated basis using her retirement date of October 15, 2019.

2019 Promotion-Based Adjustments

Mr. Butler received adjustments to his compensation in connection with his promotion in December 2019. All adjustments were based on market data for Mr. Butler’s role.

Base salary was increased to $700,000, representing a 27% increase.
Annual incentive target was increased to 90% of annual base salary, from 65%.
Long-term incentive target was increased to a value of $2,170,000, from $825,650, with 33% of the total value awarded in the form of RSUs and 67% in the form of performance shares.
Mr. Butler also received an award of 28,468 RSUs on December 2, 2019, that will cliff vest on December 2, 2024.

The accounting impacts of the promotion-related awards are reflected in the Summary Compensation table on page 55, as well as the Grants of Plan-Based Awards table on page 57.

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Compensation Governance and Oversight

What We Do

Pay for performance
Significant stock ownership requirements for Directors and Executive Officers
Cap incentive awards and conduct an annual risk assessment of the compensation programs
Double-trigger for change-in-control benefits
Independent compensation consultant advises the Compensation Committee
Annually evaluate management succession and leadership development efforts
Limited perquisites based on sound business rationale
Clawback provision for incentive compensation awards
Annual review of pay equity by an independent third party
Engage in year-round shareholder outreach
Prohibit hedging, short sales, derivative transactions or pledging of Company stock
Require Executive Officers to trade through 10b5-1 trading plans
Annually assess our programs against peer companies and best practices
Set appropriate levels of “stretch” in incentive targets

What We Don’t Do

No guaranteed minimum payout of AIP or LTIP programs
No employment agreements
No excise tax gross-ups for change-in-control agreements
No dividend-equivalents on Performance shares
The value of LTIP awards is not included in pension or severance calculations
No additional credited service under supplemental pension plans since 2004
No option repricing or buyouts

2019 Say-on-Pay Vote Outcome and Shareholder Engagement

The Compensation Committee regularly reviews executive compensation, taking into consideration input received through Exelon’s regular and ongoing practice to engage with its investors. Feedback is typically solicited throughout the year in connection with the annual meeting of shareholders and the Compensation Committee’s review of the executive compensation program.

During 2019, Exelon contacted the holders of nearly 40% of our outstanding shares. Portfolio managers and governance professionals that accepted our offer to engage included a significant cross-section of our shareholder base, representing approximately one-third of Exelon’s outstanding shares. The Chair of Exelon’s Compensation Committee participated in several investor discussions in 2019. Feedback from all discussions was shared with the Compensation Committee, the Corporate Governance Committee, and the Board.

No requests for significant changes were received during our engagement discussions. Feedback indicated that investors remain supportive of Exelon’s executive compensation program and design as demonstrated by our 2019 say-on-pay vote result of 90%.
Say-on-Pay Support         
86.0%
2017
92.9%
2018
90.0%
2019

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Compensation Decisions – Roles of Board, Compensation Committee, CEO, and Independent Compensation Consultant

Setting Target TDC for Executive Officers

The Compensation Committee is responsible for overseeing the development and administration of the executive compensation program for executive officers (other than the CEO) based on several factors including input from the CEO and an independent compensation consultant retained to provide services described below.
Analyze a variety of data to gauge market competitiveness, including peer group compensation and performance data.
TDC can vary by named executive officer based on competencies and skills, scope of responsibilities, the executive’s experience and performance, retention, succession planning and the organizational structure of the businesses.

Setting Target TDC for Chief Executive Officer

The CEO’s compensation is approved by the independent members of the Board, based on the recommendations of the Compensation Committee.
CEO compensation is developed by analyzing peer group compensation and performance data with its independent compensation consultant. The Committee reviews each element of the CEO’s compensation including base salary, annual and long-term incentive target opportunities.

Role of Compensation Consultant

The Compensation Committee retains the services of Meridian Compensation Partners, LLC (Meridian), an independent compensation consultant to support its duties and responsibilities. Meridian provides advice and counsel on executive and director compensation matters and provides information and advice regarding market trends, competitive compensation programs, and strategies including:

Annual market data for each senior executive position, including evaluating Exelon’s compensation strategy and reviewing and confirming the peer group used to prepare the market data
An independent assessment of management recommendations for changes to the compensation structure
Assisting management to ensure the Company’s executive compensation programs are designed and administered consistent with the Compensation Committee’s requirements
Ad hoc support on executive compensation matters and related governance trends

The Compensation Committee annually reviews the compensation, performance, and independence of Meridian and approves the firm’s fees and other retention terms. In 2019, Meridian provided no other services for Exelon or its affiliates. Fees paid to Meridian were less than 1% of its gross annual revenues.

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Peer Groups Used for Benchmarking 2019 Executive Compensation

We use a blended peer group for assessing our executive compensation program that consists of two subgroups: energy services peers and general industry peers (except for the position of CEO of Exelon Utilities which only uses energy services companies).

Why We Use a Blended Peer Group:We use a blended peer group because (1) there are not enough energy services peers with size, scale and complexity comparable to Exelon to create a robust energy services-only peer group, and (2) Exelon’s market for attracting talent includes general industry peers, with key executives hired from several Fortune 100 companies. When selecting general industry peers, we look for capital asset-intensive companies with size, scale and complexity similar to Exelon, and we also consider the extent to which they may be subject to the effects of volatile commodity prices similar to Exelon’s sensitivity to commodity price volatility.

Exelon evaluates its peer group on an annual basis and adjusts for changes with our energy and general industry peers when needed.

Energy Services

Since 2017, we have included the following 11 energy services companies in our peer group even though nine of these companies had 2019 revenues that were less than half of Exelon’s revenues

 

General Industry

We have made no changes since 2017 to the general industry peers in our peer group:

American Electric Power Company, Inc.
Dominion Energy, Inc.
Duke Energy Corporation
Edison International
Entergy Corporation
FirstEnergy Corporation
NextEra Energy, Inc.
PG&E Corporation
Public Service Enterprise Group, Inc.
Sempra Energy
The Southern Company
3M Company
Deere & Company
DowDuPont
General Dynamics Corporation
Honeywell International, Inc.
International Paper Company
Marathon Petroleum Company
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Valero Energy Corporation
Exelon’s Position Relative to Peer Group
Revenues*Market Capitalization*

Why we use a Regression Analysis:Because there is a correlation between the size of an organization and its compensation levels, market data is statistically adjusted using a regression analysis. This commonly applied technique allows for a more precise estimate of the market value of Exelon given the size/scope of responsibility for Exelon’s executive roles. Each element of NEO compensation is then compared to these size-adjusted medians of the peer group.
*Based on the four fiscal quarters prior to and publicly available as of June 20, 2019.

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Looking Forward: Changes for 2020

In connection with the Compensation Committee’s responsibility to oversee and monitor the ongoing effectiveness of Exelon’s executive compensation program design, the Committee adopted the following changes to be effective beginning in 2020. Changes were based on analyses of developments with market peers and a review of benchmarked compensation practices in consultation with the Committee’s independent compensation consultant.

Peer Groups Used for Benchmarking 2020 Executive Compensation

In connection with the annual review of its peer group, the Compensation Committee approved changes to Exelon’s peer group in light of business developments affecting two peer companies—PG&E filed for bankruptcy in 2019 and DowDuPont separated into three separate businesses in 2019.

Energy Services
Peers:
General Industry
Peers:

Removed

PG&E Corporation

Added For 2020

+DTE Energy

Removed

DowDuPont

Added For 2020

+Delta Air Lines
+Lockheed Martin

As a result of these changes, the Committee replaced PG&E with DTE Energy, the largest of the available utilities that also has a diverse mix of operations. DowDuPont was replaced with Delta Air Lines and Lockheed Martin. Both Delta and Lockheed Martin were selected because each are size-appropriate, have a high proportion of U.S. revenue, operate in mature capital-intensive industry segments, and operate in moderate-to-heavy regulatory environments.

2020 Incentive Plan Award Terms

The Compensation Committee adopted modifications to the three-year performance period.terms applicable to incentive compensation awards.

Changes for 2020:Rationale:
AIP:Remove the TSR cap that curtails payouts to 100% in the event of negative absolute TSR during the prior 12 months from annual incentive awards
Better alignment with market practices
TSR is a long-term metric and current design is misaligned with intent of a short-term incentive program
LTIP:Beginning with the 2020-2022 program, extend the application of the TSR cap on Performance shares awards to the full 36-month performance cycle from the prior application to only the last 12 months of the performance cycle
Better alignment with market practices
Alignment with the length of the performance period
LTIP:Beginning with awards made in 2020, long-term equity awards will provide for pro-rated vesting for non-retirement terminations.
Better alignment with market practices

Senior Management Severance Plan

PShare targets were set based on external commitments and/or probabilistic modeling. The performance scale range for the Utility Net Income and Utility ROE metrics was based onCompensation Committee approved the following probability levelschanges to the Senior Management Severance Plan to balance the benefits provided in line with market practices.

Narrowed definition of “good reason” for all executives below CEO level to eliminate duties-based severance trigger outside a change-in-control event to provide flexibility for role changes without triggering unintended severance
Revised executive tiers eligible for general severance and change-in-control severance benefits to narrow participation in higher benefit tiers to better align with broad market practices
Approved the proration of all LTIP awards for general severance terminations before retirement eligibility, and proration of AIP awards for change-in-control terminations
Shortened protection period to three months preceding change-in-control event
Eliminated practice of issuing individual change-in-control severance agreements to future senior executive officers

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Table of achievement: 95% for threshold and 5% for distinguished and the target is aligned with projected performance. The target for Exelon FFO/Debt metric is aligned with the expectations of credit rating agencies.

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Compensation Discussion & Analysis

Stock Ownership and Trading Requirements

To strengthen the alignment of executive interests with those of shareholders, officers ofexecutives at the Companyvice president level or above are required to own certain amountsmultiples of base salary of Exelon common stock by the later of (1) five years following an(1) the last adjustment made to the guidelines (last adjustments made in 2012)2012 or (2) the date of his or her employmenthiring or promotion to a new position. Compliance with Exelon’s stock ownership guidelines is measured on September 30 each year. As of the annual measurement date of September 30, 2017,2019, all NEOs had exceeded 200% of their stock ownership guidelines, as shown in the following chart:chart. Although Mr. Butler was promoted as of December 2, 2019, his current ownership of stock remained in compliance with his guideline following his promotion on December 2, 2019.

CraneThayerVon Hoene, Jr.CornewO’Brien

The following types of ownership count towards meeting the stock ownership guidelines: restricted shares and restricted stock units, shares held in the Exelon DeferralCorporation Deferred Compensation Plan, dividend reinvestment plan, 401(k) Employee Savings Plan, and common shares beneficially owned directly or indirectly. For additional details about NEO stock ownership, please see the Beneficial Ownership Table on page 77.75.

Prohibition on Hedging and Pledging of Common Stock; Other Trading Requirements

Exelon requires executive vice presidentsofficers and above who wish to sell Exelon common stock to do so only through the adoption of a stock trading plan meeting the requirements of SEC Rule 10b5-1(c). This requirement is designed to enable officers to diversify a portion of their holdings in excess of the applicable stock ownership requirements in an orderly manner as part of their personal financial plans. The use of Rule 10b5-1 stock trading plans serves to reduce the risks that such transactions will be viewed negatively or as commentary with respect to the future value of Exelon’s stock. In addition, the use of Rule 10b5-1 stock trading plans are believed to reduce the potential for accusations of trading on the basis of material, non-public information, which could damage the reputation of the Company. Exelon’s stock

Our insider trading policy does not permitincludes provisions that prohibit Directors and employees (including officers) and certain of their related persons (including certain family members and entities which they own a significant interest) from engaging in short sales, put or call options, hedging transactions, pledging, or pledging.other derivative transactions involving Exelon stock.

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Recoupment (Clawback) Policy

Consistent with developing best practices,In 2018, the Board of Directors recently revised its recoupmentclawback policy to broaden the discretionary ability to clawback incentive compensation when deemed appropriate. Under the policy, the Board has sole discretion to recoup incentive compensation if it determines that:

the incentive compensation was based on the achievement of financial or other results that were subsequently restated or corrected;
the incentive plan participant engaged in fraud or intentional misconduct that caused or contributed to the need for restatement or correction;
a lower incentive plan award would have been made to the participant based on the restated or corrected results; and
recoupment is not precluded by applicable law or employment agreements.
the incentive compensation was based on the achievement of financial or other results that were subsequently restated or corrected;
the incentive plan participant engaged in fraud or intentional misconduct that caused or contributed to the need for restatement or correction;
a lower incentive plan award would have been made to the participant based on the restated or corrected results; and
recoupment is not precluded by applicable law or employment agreements.

The Board or Compensation Committee may also seek to recoup incentive compensation paid or payable to current or former incentive plan participants if, in its sole discretion, the Board or Compensation Committee determinedetermines that:

the current or former incentive plan participant breached a restrictive covenant or engaged or participated in misconduct or intentional or reckless acts or omissions or serious neglect of responsibilities that caused or contributed to a significant financial loss or serious reputational harm to Exelon or its subsidiaries regardless of whether a financial statement restatement or correction of incentive plan results was required; and
recoupment is not precluded by applicable law or employment agreements.

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recoupment is not precluded by applicable law or employment agreements.

In addition, the terms of the annual incentive plan provide that the Compensation Committee and management may curtail awards if there is a “significant event,” which is defined as a single, high-profile event caused by a failure of Exelon that is determined to have been directly or indirectly caused by a human error or poor management attention. Significant events may include a single high-profile outage or another event that may result in negative customer and media impact or a significant adverse governmental or regulatory action. The Compensation Committee may also apply negative discretion to unvested equity incentive awards if a significant event or other occurrence is determined to have a similar impact on the Company. Similarly, the terms of the long-term incentive plan provide that the Compensation Committee may amend or adjust the performance measures or other terms and conditions of outstanding awards in the event of unusual or nonrecurring events affecting the Company or its financial statements or changes in law or accounting principles.Discussion & Analysis

Risk Management Assessment of Compensation Policies and Practices

The Compensation Committee reviews Exelon’s compensation policies and practices as they relate to the Company’s risk management practices and risk-taking incentives. In 2017,2019, the Compensation Committee partnered with Exelon’s Enterprise Risk Management group to apply the enterprise risk management policy and framework to the compensation risk assessment process to assess and validate that the controls in place continued to mitigate incentive compensation risks.

Following this assessment, the Committee believes that itsthe risks arising from the Company’s compensation policies and practices are not reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on Exelon. In this regard, the Compensation Committee considered the following compensation program features, in place towhich balance the degree of risk taking:

the annual incentive plan includes multiple incentive performance measures with a balance of financial and non-financial metrics;
long-term incentives include multiple vehicles and performance metrics and three-year overlapping performance periods that are aligned with long-term stock ownership requirements;
incentive metrics, performance goals, and capital allocation require multiple approval levels and oversight;
total compensation pay mix includes effective and market aligned balance of short- and long-term incentive compensation elements;
incentive compensation is balanced by formulaic and discretionary funding;
short- and long-term incentive awards contain award caps or modifiers;
reasonable change-in-control and severance benefits are within common norms;
clawback provisions exceed regulatory mandates; and
consistent and meaningful stock ownership requirements create sustained and consistent ownership stakes.
The AIP includes multiple incentive performance measures with a balance of financial and non-financial metrics.
Long-term incentives include multiple vehicles and performance metrics and three-year overlapping performance periods that are aligned with long-term stock ownership requirements.
Incentive metrics, performance goals, and capital allocation require multiple approval levels and oversight.
Total compensation pay mix includes effective and market aligned balance of short- and long-term incentive compensation elements.
Incentive compensation is balanced by formulaic and discretionary funding.
Short- and long-term incentive awards contain award caps or modifiers.
Reasonable change-in-control and severance benefits are within common market norms.
Clawback provisions exceed regulatory mandates.
Consistent and meaningful stock ownership requirements create sustained and consistent ownership stakes.

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Tax Consequences

Under Section 162(m) of the Internal Revenue Code (Code) applicable for tax years beginning before December 31, 2017, executive(the Code), generally NEO compensation in excess ofover $1 million paid to a CEO or other person among the three other highest compensated officers (excluding the CFO)for any year is generally not deductible for purposes of corporate federal income taxes. However, qualified performance-based compensation, within the meaning of Section 162(m) and applicable regulations, remains deductible. Historically, the Compensation Committee’s policy has been to seek to cause executive incentive compensation to qualify as “performance-based” in order to preserve its deductibility for federal income tax purposes to the extent possible.

Because it is not “qualified performance-based compensation” within the meaning of Section 162(m) applicable for tax years beginning before December 31, 2017, base salary is not eligible for a federal income tax deduction to the extent that it exceeds $1 million. Accordingly, Exelon is unable to deduct that portion of Mr. Crane’s 2017 base salary in excess of $1 million. AIP awards and PShares payable to NEOs are intended to be qualified performance-based compensation under Section 162(m), and to be deductible for federalUnited States income tax purposes. Restricted stock and RSUs are not deductible byHistorically, there was an exemption from this $1 million deduction limit for compensation payments that qualified as “performance-based” under applicable IRS regulations. With the Company for federal income tax purposes under the provisions of Section 162(m) to the extent an NEO’s compensation that is not “qualified performance-based compensation” is in excess of $1 million.

In order to qualify payments under the AIP and performance share program as performance-based for Section 162(m)enactment of the Code, the Compensation Committee uses a “plan-within-plan” two-step approach to determine the amount of the bonus payment. The first step is to fund the overall bonus pool. The pool is funded if the Company meets the pre-established performance metrics. The second step is accomplished when the Compensation Committee exercises “negative discretion” by making adjustments to the formula award funded by the overall pool. Negative discretion is used to reduce the amount funded by the pool to an amount equal to the target bonus (for AIP) or target equity (for the performance share program) adjusted for final Company performance and individual performance.

Under Section 4999 of the Code, there is an excise tax if change-in-control or severance benefits are greater than 2.99 times the five-year average amount of income reported on an individual’s W-2. In April 2009, the Compensation Committee adopted a policy that no future employment or severance agreements that provide for benefits for NEOs on account of termination will include an excise tax gross-up. In 2016, the NEOs consented to the removal of the remaining legacy excise tax gross-up provisions for transactions resulting in a change-in-control, with no recompense for said removal.

On December 22, 2017 the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (Tax Act), the performance-based compensation exemption was signed into law, and includes significant changes to the executive compensation deduction rules ineliminated under Section 162(m) of the Code. The changes include:

expanding the covered employees as described in Section 162(m) to include the CFO, which had previously been excluded from the limitation;

sustaining classification as a “covered employee” in perpetuity even after death through severance and post-death payments for all applicable “covered employees” identified for tax years beginning after December 31, 2016;

removing the exception for performance-based compensation thereby making a larger portion of the executives’ pay non-deductible for federal tax purposes; and

expanding Section 162(m) to include corporations that have publicly traded equity and publicly traded debt, foreign private issuers that meet the new definition of a publicly held corporation and possibly large private C or S corporations.

Code, except with respect to certain grandfathered arrangements. The Tax Act will have expansive impactsalso expanded the definition of covered employee to include the CFO and extended the classification for all covered employees in perpetuity even after death through severance and post-death payments. Finally, the application of the $1 million limitation has been expanded to include covered employees at Exelon’s corporate registrants with publicly traded debt in addition to those with publicly traded equity as required prior to the Tax Act. Under the new law, Exelon as ourhas eight registrants that now fall within the scope of Section 162(m). The Compensation and Leadership Development Committee believes that it must maintain flexibility in its approach to executive compensation in order to structure a program that it considers to be the most effective in attracting, motivating and retaining the Company’s key executives, and therefore, the deductibility of compensation is 60% to 65% performance-based, which may not be deductible for tax purposes beginning with the 2018 tax year. Also, Exelon has nine registrants with the SEC that could potentially fall within scopeone of 162(m). Without further IRS guidance clarifying technical aspects of the Tax Act, Exelon is unable to fully quantify the tax consequences of the legislation. Given the uncertainty, the SEC issued Staff Accounting Bulletin 118 which provides for a measurement period, not to extend beyond one year of the enactment date, for registrants to assess the financial impacts and report in their financial statements.

The Compensation Committee will review currentseveral factors considered when making executive compensation programs considering the expansive tax consequences, however the Committee will continue to focus on designing executive compensation programs that motivate executives to drive long-term performance and that align the interest of Exelon’s executives with shareholders.

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Report of the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee

The Compensation and Leadership Development Committee is accountable for ensuring that the decisions made about executive compensation are in the best long-term interests of our shareholders. We accomplish this objective by having robust executive compensation principles in place and considering feedback received from shareholders to continuously improve and strengthen our executive compensation programs. Input received from investors representing over 45% of Exelon’s outstanding shares in 2017 was positive and resulted in no significant changes to our executive compensation program. Shareholders indicated continued satisfaction with the modifications implemented in 2016 that addressed concerns and better aligned the program with the Company’s strategy.

The Compensation and Leadership Development Committee has reviewed and discussed with management the Compensation Discussion and Analysis contained on pages 45-6137-54 of this proxy statement. Based on such review and discussion, the Committee recommended to the Board that the Compensation Discussion and Analysis be included in the 20182020 Proxy Statement.

THE COMPENSATION AND LEADERSHIP
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Yves C. de Balmann,Chair
Robert J. Lawless
Linda P. Jojo
Stephen D. Steinour
John F. Young

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Executive Compensation Data

Summary Compensation Table

Year     Salary
($)
     Stock Awards
($)
(Note 1)
     Non-Equity
Incentive Plan
Compensation
($)
(Note 2)
     Change in
Pension
Value and
Nonqualified
Deferred
Compensation
Earnings
($)
(Note 3)
     All Other
Compensation
($)
(Note 4)
     Total
($)
Christopher M. Crane
President and Chief Executive Officer, Exelon
2017$1,261,000$10,099,755       $1,585,531       $1,524,765          $386,808$14,857,859
20161,255,51510,099,7181,639,3001,836,211400,95815,231,702
20151,224,8089,821,0552,072,7772,462,551380,05415,961,245
Jonathan W. Thayer
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Exelon
2017804,3392,701,654742,331144,688119,1464,512,158
2016784,8022,701,0351,071,368225,16060,5044,842,869
2015794,5562,700,466947,006229,06690,1944,761,288
William A. Von Hoene Jr.
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, Exelon
2017882,6962,920,829857,520202,125374,0575,237,227
2016831,3503,700,3421,237,642216,271198,7706,184,375
2015755,2962,296,821835,753163,284111,8904,163,044
Kenneth W. Cornew
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Exelon; President and Chief Executive Officer, Exelon Generation
2017878,8652,918,832854,618235,32487,6674,975,306
2016857,4772,918,0431,233,350231,66993,8485,334,387
2015836,5582,918,0461,090,185191,46093,4855,129,734
Denis P. O’Brien
Senior Executive Vice President, Exelon; Chief Executive Officer, Exelon Utilities
2017820,2932,470,846757,767295,787134,2434,478,936
2016800,3782,470,0661,093,660325,83295,5674,785,503
2015780,8742,469,294994,688239,97086,4314,571,257
Year   Salary
($)
   Bonus
($)
   Stock Awards
($)
(Note 1)
   Non-Equity
Incentive Plan
Compensation
($)
(Note 2)
   Change in
Pension
Value and
Nonqualified
Deferred
Compensation
Earnings
($)
(Note 3)
   All Other
Compensation
($)
(Note 4)
   
Total
($)
Christopher M. Crane
President and Chief Executive Officer, Exelon
2019$1,335,633      $11,000,064        $2,103,957       $468,171          $536,867$15,444,692
20181,261,00010,099,7252,123,0701,734,587424,69615,643,078
20171,261,00010,099,7551,585,5311,524,765386,80814,857,859
Joseph Nigro
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Exelon
2019790,8232,388,777846,875234,99285,9854,347,452
2018767,4964,589,122885,414188,68099,5096,530,221
Kenneth W. Cornew
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Exelon;
President and Chief Executive Officer, Exelon Generation
2019924,1812,918,8421,041,774774,57172,7695,732,137
2018935,5962,918,8301,089,182281,79389,3365,314,737
2017878,8652,918,832854,618235,32487,6674,975,306
William A. Von Hoene Jr.
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, Exelon
2019962,2712,920,8311,045,311270,738481,9835,681,134
2018904,6732,920,8231,092,880242,061534,4205,694,857
2017882,6962,920,829857,520202,125374,0575,237,227
Anne Pramaggiore
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, Exelon Utilities
2019758,9152,388,777668,209223,801263,0874,302,789
2018720,2253,892,882885,414194,694220,9155,914,130
Calvin G. Butler, Jr.
Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, Exelon Utilities
2019559,4952,075,734706,986116,48145,9723,504,668

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(1)

The amounts shown in this column include the aggregate grant date fair value of restricted stock unit and performance share unit awards for the 2017-20192019-2021 performance period granted on January 30, 2017.February 4, 2019, and for Mr. Butler, the value of his promotion–related award granted on December 2, 2019. The grant date fair values of the stock awards have been computed in accordance with FASB ASC Topic 718 using the assumptions described in Note 20 of the Combined Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in Exelon’s 20172019 Annual Report on Form 10-K. The 2019-2021 performance share unit awardsaward component of the stock award values depicted above are subject to performance conditions. For the 2017-2019 performance share unit award,conditions and the grant date fair value andassumes the value assumingachievement of the highesttarget level of performance; however, values may be higher based on performance including the maximum total shareholder return multiplier is as follows:

         Performance
Share Unit Value
 At Target     At Maximum
 Crane$6,766,820  $13,533,640
 Thayer1,810,0963,620,192
 Von Hoene Jr.1,956,9493,913,898
 Cornew1,955,6173,911,234
 O’Brien1,655,4653,310,930

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Share Award Value
     At Target     At Maximum
Crane $7,370,033  $14,740,066
Nigro1,600,4713,200,942
Cornew1,955,6153,911,230
Von Hoene Jr.1,956,9413,913,882
Pramaggiore1,600,4713,200,942
Butler Jr.553,2151,106,430

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(2)

The amounts shown in this column for 20172019 represent payments made pursuant to the Annual Incentive Plan.

(3)

The amounts shown in this column represent the change in the accumulated pension benefit for the NEOs from December 31, 20162018, to December 31, 2017.2019. None of the NEOs had above market earnings in a non-qualified deferred compensation account in 2017.

2019.
(4)

All Other Compensation: The following table describes the incremental cost of other benefits provided in 20172019 that are shown in this column.

ALL OTHER COMPENSATION

Name     Perquisites
($)
(Note 1)
     Reimbursement
for Income Taxes
($)
(Note 2)
     Company
Contributions to
Savings Plans
($)
(Note 3)
     Company
Paid Term
Life Insurance
Premiums
($)
(Note 4)
     Total
($)
Crane     $152,380              $115,639              $75,495           $43,294$386,808
Thayer95,6365,95913,9903,561119,146
Von Hoene Jr.201,182115,57851,3375,960374,057
Cornew32,75951,1563,75287,667
O’Brien52,54318,40942,16421,127134,243

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All Other Compensation

Name    Perquisites
($)
(Note 1)
    Reimbursement
for Income Taxes
($)
(Note 2)
    Company
Contributions to
Savings Plans
($)
(Note 3)
    Company
Paid Term
Life Insurance
Premiums
($)
(Note 4)
    Other
($)
(Note 5)
    Total
($)
Crane     $194,151               $253,209              $48,222           $41,285 $536,867
Nigro39,24813,66228,7424,33385,985
Cornew33,2902,72633,0013,75272,769
Von Hoene Jr.286,407158,48133,0494,046481,983
Pramaggiore101,898134,55621,6414,992263,087
Butler Jr.22,36438920,3302,88945,972
Notes to All Other Compensation Table
(1)Amounts reported for personal benefits provided to NEOs include: (1) transportation related benefits (including personal use of corporate aircraft, fleet services, rail passenger services, parking, spousal and family travel); (2) relocation/housing and living benefits related to changes in NEOs’ principal place of work as a result of regulatory commitments in connection with the 2016 acquisition of Pepco Holdings, Inc.; and (3) other benefits (including personal financial planning, Company gifts, and matching charitable contributions, physical examinations, and event tickets).
as detailed below.

Amounts reported for the personal use of corporate aircraft are based on the aggregate incremental cost to Exelon and are calculated using the hourly incremental cost for flight services, including federal excise taxes, fuel charges, and domestic segment fees. Exelon’s Board-approved policy on corporate aircraft usage includes spousal/domestic partner and other family member usage when appropriate. Associated costs for meals and other related amenities for spouse/domestic partners are covered when attendance at Company or industry-related events is customary. Exelon also provides fleet services of Company cars and driver services for NEOs and other officers enabling the performance of duties among the Company’s various offices and facilities. Certain NEOs are also entitled to limited personal use of the Company’s cars and drivers including commuting to work locations. Costs reported represent estimated incremental costs based upon driver wages multiplied by the average overtime rate for drivers plus an additional amount for fuel. Costs related to NEO personal use is typically imputed as additional taxable income. Amounts reported in this column for Mr. Crane include $62,389$94,049 for personal use of corporate aircraft, $50,089$60,955 for spousal travel and $13,067$9,307 for other transportation related benefits. Amounts reported for Mr. Von Hoene include $48,164$119,917 for personal use of corporate aircraft $8,518largely related to commuting in compliance with regulatory commitments as described below, and $15,459 for spousal travel and $13,367 for other transportation related benefits.travel. Amounts reported for Messrs. Thayer, CornewMs. Pramaggiore include $24,670 for personal use of corporate aircraft and O’Brien include $7,943, $8,212, and $2,400 respectively,$2,985 for all other transportation benefits.spousal travel.

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Benefits are provided toMs. Pramaggiore and Messrs. Butler, Nigro, and Von Hoene O’Brien, and Thayer, each of whom iswere subject to state public service commission requirements to maintain principal workplaces in the District of Columbia pursuant to a regulatory order issued in 2016 that related to obtainingthe approval of the acquisition of Pepco Holdings Inc. Pursuant to thesethis legacy obligations,obligation, Exelon provides transportation and relocation/housing and living benefits.benefits to certain executives. Amounts reported for Ms. Pramaggiore and Messrs. Thayer,Nigro and Von Hoene include $61,043, $14,585, and O’Brien include $64,793, $114,042 and $23,303$117,018, respectively, for such benefits. Mr. Thayer’s expense was paidButler became subject to the regulatory requirement in 2018, however was incurredDecember and therefore, did not incur additional benefits in 2017.2019.
Limited personal financial planning benefits are provided with usage values imputed as additional taxable income. Executive officers may request Company matching gifts to qualified charitable organizations in amounts up to $10,000, and up to $15,000 for Messrs. Thayer andMr. Cornew under the Constellation legacy policy. Executive officers may use Company-provided vendors for comprehensive physical examinations and related medical testing. Tickets to sporting or other events may be provided with values imputed as additional taxable income.
(2)Exelon provides reimbursements of tax obligations incurred when: employees are required to work outside their state of home residence and encounter double taxation in states and localities where tax credits are not permitted in home state tax filings; business-relatedbusiness-requested spousal travel involves personal benefits and income isexpenses are imputed to the employeeemployee; and for required relocation and housing/living expenses incurred in compliance with regulatory requirements. Pursuant to our obligations under the 2016 regulatory order set forth in Note 1 above, amounts reported for Messrs.Mr. Von Hoene and O’BrienMs. Pramaggiore include $89,633$90,759, and $18,409$77,268, respectively related to such benefits.reimbursements related to regulatory requirements.
(3)Each of the NEOs participated in the Company’s 401(k) and Deferred Compensation Plans. The amountsAmounts reported represent the Company matching contributions to the NEOs’ accounts.
(4)Exelon provides basic term life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to all employees, including NEOs. The values shown in this column include the premiums paid during 20172019 for additional term life insurance policies for the NEOs and for additional long-term disability insurance over and above the basic coverage provided to all employees.

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Grants of Plan-Based Awards

Estimated Possible Payouts
Under Non-Equity Incentive
Plan Awards
(Note 1)
 
Estimated Possible
Payouts Under Equity
Incentive Plan Awards
(Note 2)
All Other
Stock
Awards:
Number
of Shares
or Units
(#)
(Note 3)
Grant Date
Fair Value
of Stock
and Option
Awards
($)
(Note 4)
Name     Grant
Date
     Threshold
($)
     Plan
($)
     Maximum
($)
     Threshold
(#)
     Target
(#)
     Maximum
(#)
          
Crane1/30/2017    $61,474$1,639,300$3,278,600
1/30/201732,186193,117386,234 $6,766,820
1/30/201795,1183,332,935
Thayer1/30/201728,781767,5051,535,010
1/30/20178,61051,658103,3161,810,096
1/30/201725,444891,558
Von Hoene Jr.1/30/201733,248886,6001,773,200
1/30/20179,30855,849111,6981,956,949
1/30/201727,508963,880
Cornew1/30/201733,135883,6001,767,200
1/30/20179,30255,811111,6221,955,617
1/30/201727,489963,215
O’Brien1/30/201729,380783,4651,566,930
1/30/20177,87447,24594,4901,655,465
1/30/201723,270815,381

Notes to Grants of Plan-Based Awards Table

Estimated Possible Payouts Under
Non-Equity Incentive Plan Awards
(Note 1)
 
Estimated Possible Payouts
Under Equity Incentive Plan
Awards
(Note 2)
   All Other
Stock
Awards:
Number of
Shares or
Units (#)
(Note 3)
   Grant Date
Fair Value
of Stock
and Option
Awards
($)
(Note 4)
Name   Grant
Date
   Threshold
($)
   Plan
($)
   Maximum
($)
   Threshold
(#)
   Target
(#)
   Maximum
(#)
Crane2/04/2019      $70,307 $1,874,850 $3,749,700
2/04/201925,952155,683311,366        $7,370,033
2/04/201976,6803,630,031
Nigro2/04/201928,300754,6561,509,312
2/04/20195,63633,80867,6161,600,471
2/04/201916,652788,306
Cornew2/04/201934,812928,3321,856,664
2/04/20196,88641,31082,6201,955,615
2/04/201920,347963,227
Von Hoene Jr.2/04/201934,931931,4841,862,968
2/04/20196,89141,33882,6761,956,941
2/04/201920,361963,890
Pramaggiore2/04/201928,300754,6561,509,312
2/04/20195,63633,80867,6161,600,471
2/04/201916,652788,306
Butler Jr.2/04/201923,625630,0001,260,000
2/04/20191,94811,68623,372553,215
2/04/20195,756272,489
12/02/201928,4681,250,030
(1)

All NEOs have annual incentive plan target opportunities based on a fixed percentage of their base salary. Under the terms of the AIP, threshold performance earns 50% of the respective target, while performance at plan earns 100% of the respective target and the maximum payout is capped at 200% of target. The possible payout at threshold for AIP was calculated at 3.75% of target, which is 50% performance on the lowest weighted AIP performance metric. For additional information about the terms of these programs, see Compensation Discussion and Analysis above.

Analysis.
(2)

NEOs have a long-term performance share unit target opportunity that is a fixed number of performance share unitsshares commensurate with the officer’s position. The possible payout at threshold for performance share unit awards was calculated at 16.67% of target. The possible maximum payout for performance share unitsshares was calculated at 150% of target, with an uncapped total shareholder return multiplier, capped at 200% of target. For additional information about the terms of this program, see discussion starting on page 56.

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(3)

This column shows restricted stock unit awards made during the year. The vesting dates of the awards are provided in footnote 2 to the Outstanding Equity Table below.

Table.
(4)

This column shows the grant date fair value, calculated in accordance with FASB ASC Topic 718, of the performance share unit awards and restricted stock units granted to each NEO during 2017.2019. Fair value of performance share unit awards granted on January 30, 2017February 4, 2019, are based on an estimated payout of 100% of target.

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Outstanding Equity Awards at Year End

Option Awards (Note 1)Stock Awards
NameNumber of
Securities
Underlying
Unexercised
Options
That Are
Exercisable
(#)
Number of
Securities
Underlying
Unexercised
Options
That Are Not
Exercisable
(#)
Option
Exercise
or Base
Price
($)
Option
Expiration
Date
Number
of Shares
or Units of
Stock That
Have Not Yet
Vested
(#)
(Note 2)
Market Value
of Shares or
Units of Stock
That Have Not
Yet Vested
Based on
12/31 Closing
Price $39.41
($)
(Note 2)
Equity
Incentive
Plan Awards:
Number of
Unearned
Shares, Units
or Other
Rights That
Have Not Yet
Vested
(#)
(Note 3)
Equity
Incentive
Plan Awards:
Market or
Payout Value
or Unearned
Shares,
Units or
Other Rights
That Have
Not Yet
Vested
($)
(Note 3)
Crane    285,000                $39.21     2-Apr-2022    414,685          $16,342,736    884,526       $34,859,170
94,00043.4024-Jan-2021
53,00046.0924-Jan-2020
49,00056.5126-Jan-2019
28,00073.2927-Jan-2018
Thayer97,00039.8112-Mar-2022142,6335,621,167236,5789,323,539
175,94639.2424-Feb-2022
125,42932.4625-Feb-2021
67,30437.7126-Feb-2020
8,676101.0521-Feb-2018
Von Hoene Jr.88,00039.8112-Mar-2022138,2255,447,447248,8269,806,233
67,00043.4024-Jan-2021
33,00046.0924-Jan-2020
25,20056.5126-Jan-2019
19,00073.2927-Jan-2018
Cornew70,00039.8112-Mar-2022151,6975,978,379255,59010,072,802
26,00043.4024-Jan-2021
13,30046.0924-Jan-2020
14,90056.5126-Jan-2019
11,00073.2927-Jan-2018
O’Brien102,00039.8112-Mar-2022102,9984,059,151216,3568,526,590
49,00043.4024-Jan-2021
27,00046.0924-Jan-2020
30,70056.5126-Jan-2019
22,00073.2927-Jan-2018

Notes to Outstanding Equity Table

Option Awards (Note 1)Stock Awards
Name   Number of
Securities
Underlying
Unexercised
Options
That Are
Exercisable
(#)
   Number of
Securities
Underlying
Unexercised
Options
That Are
Not
Exercisable
(#)
   Option
Exercise
or Base
Price
($)
   Option
Expiration
Date
   Number
of Shares
or Units of
Stock That
Have Not
Yet
Vested
(#)
(Note 2)
   Market Value
of Shares or
Units of Stock
That Have Not
Yet Vested
Based on
12/31 Closing
Price $45.59
($)
(Note 2)
   Equity
Incentive
Plan Awards:
Number of
Unearned
Shares,
Units
or Other
Rights That
Have Not Yet
Vested
(#)
(Note 3)
   Equity
Incentive
Plan Awards:
Market or
Payout Value
or Unearned
Shares, Units
or Other
Rights That
Have Not Yet
Vested
($)
(Note 3)
Crane285,000    $39.2104/02/2022383,716   $17,493,612664,448   $30,292,184
94,00043.4001/24/2021
53,00046.0901/24/2020
Nigro13,00039.8103/12/2022125,1615,706,090149,8826,833,120
13,40043.4001/24/2021
Cornew70,00039.8103/12/2022109,0274,970,541184,6608,418,649
Von Hoene Jr.88,00039.8103/12/2022109,1044,974,051184,7868,424,394
67,00043.4001/24/2021
33,00046.0901/24/2020
Pramaggiore37,00039.8103/12/202279,4003,619,846147,9186,743,582
Butler Jr.99,3144,527,72552,2382,381,530
Notes to Outstanding Equity Table
(1)

Non-qualified stock options were granted to NEOs pursuant to the Company’s long-term incentive plans. Awards vest in four equal increments, beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date. All awards expire on the tenth anniversary of the grant date. For Mr. Thayer,No stock optionsoption awards have been granted prior to March 12, 2012 were granted under the Constellation Energy Group Inc. Long Term Incentive Plan and were converted into the equivalent right to receive Exelon common stock. The number of stock options received upon conversion is equal to the original number of Constellation stock options multiplied by the merger exchange ratio (0.93) and rounded down to the nearest whole share. The exercise price for each converted share is equal to the original Constellation exercise price divided by the exchange ratio (0.93), rounded up to the nearest whole cent.

since 2012.
(2)

The amount shown includes unvested restricted stock unit (RSU) awards and the performance share unit (PShare) award earned for the performance period beginning January 1, 20152017, and ending December 31, 2017,2019, which vested on January 29, 2018.27, 2020. The unvested restricted stock unit awards are composed of the final third of the award made in January 2015,2017, which vested on January 29, 2018;27, 2020; two-thirds of the award made in January 2016,2018, half of which vested on January 29, 201827, 2020, and half of which will vest on the date of the Compensation Committee’s first regular meeting in 2019;2021; and the full award granted on January 30, 2017,February 4, 2019, one-third of which vested on January 29, 201827, 2020, and one-third of which will vest on the date of each of the Compensation Committee’s first regular meetings in

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2019 2021 and 2020,2022, respectively. All RSU awards accrue additional shares through automatic dividend reinvestment. For Mr. Thayer and Mr. Cornew,Nigro, the amount shown also includes an award of 30,00040,000 retention stock units granted on January 28, 2013 which vested on January 28, 2018. For Mr. Von Hoene, the amount shown also includes an award of 20,000 retention stock units granted on October 21, 201329, 2018, that will vest on October 21, 2018.January 29, 2022. For Mr. Butler, the amount also includes a promotion-related restricted stock unit award for 28,468 shares granted on December 2, 2019, that will vest on December 2, 2024. All shares are valued at $39.41,$45.59, the closing price on December 29, 2017.

31, 2019.
(3)

The amount shown includes the target PShareperformance share awards granted on January 26, 201629, 2018 for the performance period ending December 31, 20182020, and the target PShareperformance share awards granted on January 30, 2017February 4, 2019, for the performance period ending December 31, 2019. These2021. The value of these awards havehas been increased to reflect the highest level of performance achievable for the period, or 200%. All shares are valued at $39.41,$45.59, the closing price on December 29, 2017.

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Option Exercises and Stock Vested

Option AwardsStock Awards (Note 1)
Name     Number of
Shares Acquired
on Exercise
(#)
     Value
Realized on
Exercise
($)
     Number of
Shares Acquired
on Vesting
(#)
     Value
Realized on
Vesting
($)
Crane   $378,031 $13,246,197
Thayer167,6692,809,042104,6133,665,638
Von Hoene Jr.99,5493,488,202
Cornew113,0133,959,985
O’Brien95,6863,352,831

Notes to Option Exercises and Stock Vested Table

Option AwardsStock Awards (Note 1)
Name   Number of
Shares Acquired
on Exercise
(#)
   Value
Realized on
Exercise
($)
   Number of
Shares Acquired
on Vesting
(#)
   Value
Realized on
Vesting
($)
Crane    $532,340 $25,200,966
Nigro3,80013,280106,7435,053,198
Cornew39,300216,525153,8097,281,331
Von Hoene Jr.146,8366,951,239
Pramaggiore78,2023,702,065
Butler Jr.31,000187,21843,4992,059,261
Notes to Option Exercises and Stock Vested Table
(1)

Share amounts are composed of the following tranches of prior awards that vested on January 30, 2017:February 4, 2019: the PShareperformance share awards granted for the performance period of January 1, 20142016, through December 31, 2016;2018; the final third of the RSU awards granted in January 2014,2016, the second third of the RSU awards granted in January 2015 (including a supplemental grant made to Mr. Thayer in July 2014)2017 and the first third of the RSU awards granted in January 2016.2018. All of these awards were valued at $35.04$47.34 upon vesting.

Pension Benefits

Exelon sponsors the Exelon Corporation Retirement Program, a traditional defined benefit pension plan that covers certain management and unionized employees. The Program includes the Service Annuity System (SAS), a traditional pension plan covering eligible management and union employees who commenced employment prior to January 1, 2001, and certain collective bargaining unit employees. The Exelon Corporation Retirement Program includes the Service Annuity System (SAS)Cash Balance Pension Plan (CBPP), which is the legacy ComEd pension plan. Effectivean account-based plan covering other eligible members of management and unionized employees hired between January 1, 2001, Exelon also established two cash balance defined benefit pension plans to reduce future retirement benefit costs and provide an option that is portable as the Company anticipated a workforce that was more mobile than the traditional utility workforce. The cash balance defined benefit pension plans cover management employeesFebruary 1, 2018, and certain collective bargaining unit employees hired on or after such date, as well as certain management employees hired prior to such date who previously elected to participate in a cash balance plan. Legacy Constellation employees participate intransfer to the Pension Plan of Constellation Energy Group, Inc. (Constellation Pension Plan).CBPP from the SAS. The Constellation Pension Plan includes a traditional pension formula referred to as the Enhanced Traditional Plan (ETP) and a Pension Equity Plan (PEP). Employees hired before January 1, 2000 participate in the ETP. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2000 and employees hired before that date who elected to do so participate in the PEP. Each of these plansRetirement Program is intended to be tax-qualified under Section 401(a) of the Code. An employee can participate in only one of the qualified pension plans.Internal Revenue Code (the Code).

For NEOs participating in the SAS, the annuity benefit payable at normal retirement age is equal to the sum of 1.25% of the participant’s earnings as of December 25, 1994, reduced by a portion of the participant’s Social Security benefit as of that date, plus 1.6% of the participant’s highest average annual pay, multiplied by the participant’s years of credited service (up to a maximum of 40 years). Pension-eligible compensation for the SAS’s Final Average Pay Formula includes base pay and annual incentive awards. Benefits under the SAS are vested after five years of service.

The “normal retirement age” under the SAS is 65. The plan also offers an early retirement benefit prior to age 65, which is payable if a participant retires after attainment of age 50 and completion of 10 years of service. The annual pension payable under the plan is determined as of the early retirement date, reduced by 2% for each year of payment before age 60 to age 58, then 3% for each year before age 58 to age 50. In addition, under the SAS, the early retirement benefit is supplemented prior to age 65 by a temporary payment equal to 80% of the participant’s estimated monthly Social Security benefit. The supplemental benefit is partially offset by a reduction in the regular annuity benefit.

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Under the cash balance pension plan,CBPP, a notional account is established for each participant, and the account balance grows as a result of annual benefit credits and annual investment credits. (EmployeesEmployees who participated intransferred from the SAS prior to January 1, 2001 and elected to participate in the cash balance planCBPP also have a frozen transferred SAS benefit from the former plan, and received a “transition” credit based on their age, service and compensation at the time of transfer.) Beginning January 1, 2008, When the CBPP was initially established in 2001, it provided an annual benefit credit under the plan is 7% of 5.75% of an employee’s base pay and annual incentive award for the year, and beginning January 1, 2013an annual investment credit based on the average of that year’s S&P 500 stock index return and the 30-year bond rate for the month of November (subject to 4% minimum). The benefit and investment credit rates were subsequently modified periodically in response to U.S. Treasury Department prospective guidance on cash balance plans. NEOs and similarly-situated management employees hired on or after such date,participating in the CBPP currently receive an annual benefit credit is equalranging from 7.5% to a percentage10.5% (depending on length of service) of base paysalary and annual incentive award, which varies between 3% and 8%,an annual benefit credit based upon age. Beginning in 2017, the annual investment credit ison the third segment spot rate of interest on long-term investment grade corporate bonds. The segment rate will be determined asbonds for the month of November of the year for which the cash balance account receives the investment credit. Cash balance participants with pre-2008 balances receive an additional benefit credit ranging from 0.5% to 3.5% based on their pre-2008 service. Also, beginning in 2017, account balances for employees hired prior to January 1, 2013 will be subject(subject to a minimum investment credit of 4%. For employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, the annual investment credit is the second segment spot rate of interest on long-term corporate bonds, determined as of November of the year for which the cash balance account receives the investment credit, subject to a minimum annual investment credit rate of 3.8% and a maximum annual investment credit rate of 7% minimum). Benefits are vested after three years of service and are payable in an annuity or a lump sum at any time following termination of employment. Apart from the benefit credits and the vesting requirement, and as described above, years of service are not relevant to a determination of accrued benefits under the cash balance pension plans.CBPP.

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In 2019, the Company also provided a one-time Transition Benefit Credit to all participants in the PEP, a lump sum benefit amount is computed based on covered earnings multiplied by a total credit percentage. Covered earnings are equal to the averagerecognition of the highest three of the last five twelve-month periods’ base pay plus annual incentive awards.transition to a fully fixed income investment credit rate. The total service credit percentage is equal to the sumamount of the credit percentagesranged from 0% to 30.5% of 2018 annualized base pay, based on the following formula: 5% per yearemployee’s service as of service through age 39, 10% per year of service from age 40 to age 49, and 15% per year of service after age 49. No benefits are available under the PEP until a participant has at least three years of vesting service. Benefits payable under the PEP are paid as an annuity unless a participant elects a lump sum within 60 days after separation.December 31, 2007.

The Code limits to $270,000$280,000 the individual 20172019 annual compensation that may be taken into account under the tax-qualified retirement plan. As permitted by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, Exelon sponsors three supplemental executive retirement plans (or SERPs) that allowa Supplemental Management Retirement Plan (SMRP). The SMRP allows the payment to a select group of management or highly-compensated individuals out of its general assets of any benefits calculated under provisions of the applicable qualified pension plan which may be above these limits. The SERPs offerSMRP offers a lump sum as an optional form of payment, which includes the value of the marital annuity, death benefits and other early retirement subsidies at a designated interest rate. The interest rate applicable for distributions to participants in the SAS in 20172019 is 3.11%3.10%. For participants in the cash balance pension plan and the PEP,CBPP, the lump sum is the value of the non-qualified account balance. The values of the lump sum amounts do not include the value of any pension benefits covered under the qualified pension plans, and the methods and assumptions used to determine the non-qualified lump sum amount are different from the assumptions used to generate the present values shown in the tables of benefits to be received upon retirement, termination due to death or disability, involuntary separation not related to a change in control, or upon a qualifying termination following a change in control which appear later in this proxy statement.

Under the terms of the SERPs,SMRP, participants are provided the amount of benefits they would have received under the SAS cash balance plan, ETP or PEP,CBPP, as applicable, but for the application of the Code limits. In addition, certain executives previously received grants of additional credited service under a SERP.the SMRP. In particular, in 1998, Mr. Crane received an additional 10 years of credited service through September 28, 2008, the date of his tenth anniversary, as part of his employment offer that provided one additional year of service credit for each year of employment to a maximum of 10 additional years.

As of January 1, 2004, Exelon does not grant additional years of credited service to executives under the SERPSMRP for any period in which services are not actually performed, except that up to two years of service credits may be provided upon a qualifying termination of employment under severance or change in control agreements first entered into after such date, and performance-based grants or grants which make up for lost pension benefits from another employer may be (but have not been) provided. Service credits previously available under employment, change in control or severance agreements or arrangements (or any successor arrangements) are not affected by this policy.

The amount of the change in the pension value for each of the NEOs is the amount included in the Summary Compensation Table above. The present value of each NEO’s accumulated pension benefit is shown in the following tables. The present value for cash balance and PEPCBPP participants is the account balance. The assumptions used in estimating the present values for SAS participants include the following: pension benefits are assumed to begin at each participant’s earliest unreduced retirement age; the SERPSMRP lump sum amounts are determined using the rate of 5% for SAS participants at the assumed retirement age; the lump sum amounts are discounted from the assumed retirement date at the applicable discount rates of 4.04%4.31% as of December 31, 20162018, and 3.62%3.34% as of December 31, 2017;2019; and the applicable mortality tables. The applicable mortality table is the RP 2000-based table projected generationally using Exelon’s best estimate of long-term mortality improvements. The December 31, 20172019 mortality table is consistent with the mortality used in the Exelon December 31, 20172019 pension disclosure.

NamePlan Name(1)Number of
Years
Credited
Service
(#)
Present
Value of
Accumulated
Benefit
($)
Payments
During
Last
Fiscal Year
($)
Crane     SAS     21.26        $1,507,078            $
SMRP(2)31.2618,765,197
NigroCBPP23.42443,790
SMRP23.421,019,885
CornewCBPP25.59899,760
SMRP25.592,057,103
Von Hoene Jr.CBPP17.93506,507
SMRP17.931,691,757
PramaggioreCBPP21.72789,333
SMRP21.72943,47347,789
Butler Jr.CBPP11.91280,820
SMRP11.91525,511

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NamePlan NameNumber of
Years Credited
Service
(#)
Present Value
of Accumulated
Benefit
($)
Payments
During Last
Fiscal Year
($)
Crane(1)          SAS      19.26              $1,312,415                   $
SERP29.2616,757,102
ThayerPEP15.00293,333
SERP15.001,608,131
Von Hoene Jr.Cash Balance15.93418,264
SERP15.931,267,201
CornewCash Balance23.59706,119
SERP23.591,194,380
O’BrienCash Balance35.511,514,210
SERP35.512,034,833

(1)

Plan names include: Service Annuity System (SAS); Supplemental Management Retirement Plan (SMRP); and Cash Balance Pension Plan (CBPP).

(2)Based on discount rates prescribed by the SEC proxy disclosure guidelines, Mr. Crane’s non-qualified SERPSMRP present value is $16,757,102.$18,765,197. Based on lump sum plan rates for immediate distributions under the non-qualified plan, the comparable lump sum amount applicable for service through December 31, 20172019 is $22,976,599.$25,094,079. Note that, in any event, payments made upon termination may be delayed by six months in accordance with U.S. Treasury Department guidance.

Deferred Compensation Programs

Exelon offers deferred compensation plans to permit the deferral of certain cash compensation to facilitate tax and retirement planning and satisfactionthe attainment of stock ownership requirements for executives and key managers. Exelon maintains non-qualified deferred compensation plans that are open to certain highly-compensated employees, including the NEOs.

The Exelon Corporation Deferred Compensation Plan is a non-qualified plan that permits legacy Exeloneligible executives and key managers to defer receipt of base compensation and the Company to credit related matching contributions that would have been contributed to the Exelon Corporation Employee Savings Plan (the Company’s tax-qualified 401(k) plan) but for the applicable limits under the Code. The Constellation Deferred Compensation Plan is a non-qualified plan that permits legacy Constellation executives to defer receipt of base compensation and the Company to credit related matching contributions that would have been contributed to the Exelon Corporation Employee Savings Plan. The Deferred Compensation Plans permit participants to defer taxation of a portion of their income. The Exelon Deferred Compensation Plan benefitsincome and benefit the Company by deferring the payment of a portion of its compensation expense, thus preserving cash.

The Exelon Employee Savings Plan is intended to be tax-qualified under Sections 401(a) and 401(k) of the Code. The Constellation Energy Group Employee Savings Plan was merged into Exelon’s Employee Savings Plan as of July 1, 2014. Exelon maintains the Employee Savings Plan to attract and retain qualified employees, including the NEOs, and to encourage employees to save some percentage of their cash compensation for their eventual retirement. The Employee Savings Plan permits employees to do so and allows the Company to make matching contributions in a relatively tax-efficient manner. The Company maintains the excess matching feature of the Deferred Compensation PlansPlan to enable key management employees to save for their eventual retirement to the extent they otherwise would have were it not for the limits established by the IRS.

The Stock Deferral Plan is a non-qualified plan that permitted legacy Exelon executives to defer performance share units prior to 2007.

The following table shows the amounts that NEOs have accumulated under both the Deferred Compensation Plans and the Stock Deferral Plan. The Exelon Deferred Compensation and Stock Deferral Plans were closed to new deferrals of base pay (other than excess Employee Savings Plan deferrals), annual incentive payments or performance share unit awards in 2007, and participants were granted a one-time election to receive a distribution of their accumulated balance in each plan during 2007. Existing balances will continue to accrue dividends or other earnings until payout upon termination. Balances in the Deferred Compensation Plan will be settled in cash upon the termination event selected by the officer and will be distributed either in a lump sum, or in annual installments. Share balances in the Stock Deferral Plan continue to earn the same dividends that are available to all shareholders, which are reinvested as additional shares in the plan. Balances in the plan are distributed in shares of Exelon stock in a lump sum or installments upon termination of employment.

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The Deferred Compensation Plans continue in effect for thoseOnce officers who participate in the Employee Savings Plan and who reach their statutory contribution limit during the year. After this limit is reached,year, their elected payroll contributions and Company matching contribution will be credited to their accounts in the Deferred Compensation Plans. The investment options under the Deferred Compensation PlansPlan consist of a basket of investment fund benchmarks substantially the same as those funds available through the Employee Savings Plan. Deferred amounts represent unfunded, unsecured obligations of the Company.

NameExecutive
Contributions
in 2017
($)
(Note 1)
Registrant
Contributions
in 2017
($)
(Note 2)
Aggregate
Earnings
in 2017
($)
(Note 3)
Aggregate
Withdrawals/
Distributions
($)
(Note 4)
Aggregate
Balance at
12/31/17
($)
(Note 4)
Executive
Contributions
in 2019
($)
(Note 1)
Registrant
Contributions
in 2019
($)
(Note 2)
Aggregate
Earnings
in 2019
($)
(Note 3)
Aggregate
Withdrawals/
Distributions
($)
(Note 4)
Aggregate
Balance at
12/31/19
($)
(Note 4)
Crane              $106,700                $63,999          $195,133                     $      $1,681,456             $107,750              $32,325       $332,321            $2,230,198
Thayer
Nigro24,67114,80351,413155,691
Cornew30,94418,567147,750691,488
Von Hoene Jr.42,96635,40574,397608,23243,46918,630150,572861,805
Cornew28,88735,10768,855479,474
O’Brien(5)37,74628,390421,6613,136,200
Pramaggiore25,57715,34651,431173,379
Butler Jr.19,0008,21985,124451,458
(1)

The full amount shown for executive contributions is included in the base salary figures for each NEO shown above in the Summary Compensation Table.

(2)

The full amount shown under registrant contributions is included in the Company contributions to savings plans for each NEO shown above in the All Other Compensation Table.

(3)

The amount shown under aggregate earnings reflects the NEO’s gain or loss based upon the individual allocation of his notional account balance into the basket of mutual fund benchmarks. These gains or losses do not represent current income to the NEO and have not been included in any of the compensation tables shown above.

(4)

For all NEOs the aggregate balance shown includes those amounts, both executive contributions and registrant contributions, that have been disclosed either as base salary as described in Note 1 or as Company contributions under all other compensation as described in Note 2 for the current fiscal year ending December 31, 2017.2019. For Mr. Crane, all executive and registrant contributions included in the aggregate balance have previously been disclosed in Summary Compensation Tables. Mr. Thayer did not participate in the plan during 2017.

(5)

For Mr. O’Brien the amounts shown for aggregate earnings in 2017 and aggregate balance at December 31, 2017 also include the aggregate earnings and aggregate balance respectively of his Stock Deferral Plan account.

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Potential Payments upon Termination or Change in Control

Change in control employment agreementsControl Employment Agreements and severance plan covering named executive officersSeverance Plan Covering NEOs

Background

The Compensation Committee reviews Exelon’s change in control and severance benefits policies to ensure that they are reasonable and consistent with competitive practice and reasonable.practice. In reviewing the policies, the Compensation Committee considers the advice of its compensation consultant. The Exelonseverance benefits available to the CEO and other NEOs currently include multiples of change in control benefits ranging from two times base salary and target annual bonusincentive for corporatean ordinary qualifying separation and subsidiary vice presidents to 2.99 times base salary and target annual bonusincentive for the CEO, executive vice presidents, presidents of certain business units and select senior vice presidents. In April 2009, the Compensation Committee adopted a policy that Exelon would not include excise tax gross-up payment provisionsqualifying separation in senior executive employment,connection with a change in control or severance plans, programs or agreements that are entered into, adopted or materially amended on or after April 2, 2009 (other than renewals of existing arrangements that are not materially amended or arrangements assumed pursuant to a corporate transaction). In October 2016, the NEOs covered by change in control agreements entered into prior to April 2, 2009, which provided for potential excise tax gross-up payments, agreed to waive those payments and the agreements were later amended to remove such gross-up payments. Therefore, noExelon. No NEO is currently entitled to an excise tax gross-up payment upon any termination of employment from Exelon.

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NEOs currently have entered into individual change in control employment agreements, which generally protect such executives’ position and compensation levels for two years after a change in control of Exelon. The agreements are initially effective for a period of two years and provide for a one-year extension each year thereafter until cancellation or termination of employment.

Quantification of Payments upon a Change in Control

During the 24-month period following a change in control, or, during the 18-month period following another significanta “significant corporate transaction affecting thetransaction”, meaning one that affects an executive’s business unit in which Exelon shareholders retain between 60% and 66⅔%66% control, (a significant acquisition), if a NEO resigns for good reason or if thean executive’s employment is terminated by Exelon other than for cause or disability, the executive is entitled to the following:

the executive’s annual incentive and PShareperformance share awards for the year in which termination occurs;
severance payments equal to 2.99 times the sum of (1) the executive’s base salary plus (2) the higher of the executive’s target annual incentive for the year of termination or the executive’s average annual incentive award payments for the two years preceding the termination, but not more than the annual incentive for the year of termination based on actual performancebeforeperformance before the application of negative discretion;
a benefit equal to the amount payable under the SERPSMRP determined as if (1) the SERPSMRP benefit were fully vested, (2) the executive had 2.99 additional years of age and years of service (2.0 years for executives who first entered into such agreements after 2003 or do not have such agreements) and (3) the severance pay constituted covered compensation for purposes of the SERP;SMRP;
abenefit equal to the actuarial equivalent present value of any non-vested accrued benefit under Exelon’s qualified defined benefit retirement plan;
allall previously-awarded stock options, PShares,performance shares, RSUs, or restricted shares become fully vested, and the stock options remain exercisable until the earlier of the fifth anniversary of the executive’s termination date or the option’s expiration date;
life,life, disability, accident, health and other welfare benefit coverage continues during the severance pay period on the same terms and conditions applicable to active employees, followed by retiree health coverage if the executive has attained at least age 50 and completed at least 10 years of service (or any lesser eligibility requirement then in effect for regular employees); and
outplacement and financial planning services for at least 12 months.

The changeChange in control benefits are also provided if thean executive is terminated other than for cause or disability, or terminates for good reason (1) after a tender offer or proxy contest commences, or after Exelon enters into an agreement which, if consummated, would cause a change in control, and within one year after such termination a change in control does occur, or (2) within two years after a sale or spin-off of the executive’s business unit in contemplation of a change in control that actually occurs within 60 days after such sale or spin-off (a disaggregation).

A change in control under the individual change in control employment agreements generally occurs:

when any person acquires 20% of Exelon’s voting securities;
whenwhen the incumbent members of the Exelon Board (or new members nominated by a majority of incumbent Directors) ceasetocease to constitute at least a majority of the members of the Exelon Board;

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uponupon consummation of a reorganization, merger or consolidation, or sale or other disposition of at least 50% of Exelon’soperatingExelon’s operating assets (excluding a transaction where Exelon shareholders retain at least 60% of the voting power); or
upon shareholder approval of a plan of complete liquidation or dissolution.

The term good reason“Good reason” under the individual change in control employment agreements generally includes any of the following occurring within two years after a change in control or disaggregation or within 18 months after a significant acquisition:corporate transaction:

amaterial reduction in salary, incentive compensation opportunity or aggregate benefits, unless such reduction is part of apolicy,a policy, program or arrangement applicable to peer executives;
failure of a successor to assume the agreement;
a material breach of the agreement by Exelon; or
anyany of the following, but only after a change in control or disaggregation: (1) a material adverse reduction in the executive’sposition,executive’s position, duties or responsibilities (other than a change in the position or level of officer to whom the executive reports or a change that is part of a policy, program or arrangement applicable to peer executives) or (2) a required relocation by more than 50 miles.

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The term cause“Cause” under the change in control employment agreements generally includes any of the following:

refusalrefusal to perform or habitual neglect in the performance of duties or responsibilities or of specific directives of the officertoofficer to whom the executive reports which are not materially inconsistent with the scope and nature of the executive’s duties and responsibilities;
willfulwillful or reckless commission of acts or omissions which have resulted in or are likely to result in a material loss or material damage to the reputation of Exelon or any of its affiliates, or that compromise the safety of any employee;
commission of a felony or any crime involving dishonesty or moral turpitude;
material violation of the code of business conduct, or of any statutory or common-law duty of loyalty; or
any breach of the executive’s restrictive covenants.

If the amount payable to a NEO under a change in control agreement, inclusive of other parachute payments, would cause an excise tax to be imposed under Section 4999 of the Code, the payments to such executive shall be reduced to the maximum amount below which no such tax is imposed or, if the payment without such reduction would leave the executive with a greater amount after payment of such excise taxes, then no such reduction shall be applied.

If a NEO resigns for good reason or is terminated by Exelon other than for cause or disability, in each case under circumstances not involving a change in control or similar provision described above, the NEO may be eligible for the following non-change in control benefits under the Exelon Corporation Senior Management Severance Plan:

proratedpreviously awarded performance share awards and regular-cycle RSUs and restricted shares vest, and prorated payment of the executive’s annual incentive and performance share unit awards for the year in whichterminationwhich termination occurs;
for a 24 month24-month severance period, continued payment of an amount representing base salary and target annual incentive;
a benefit equal to the amount payable under the SERPSMRP determined as if the severance payments were paid as ordinary base salary and annual incentive;
duringduring the severance period, continuation of health, basic life and other welfare benefits the executive was receivingimmediatelyreceiving immediately prior to the severance period on the same terms and conditions applicable to active employees, followed by retiree health coverage if the executive has attained at least age 50 and completed at least 10 years of service (or any lessereligibilitylesser eligibility requirement then in effect for non-executive employees); and
outplacement and financial planning services for twelve months.

Payments under the Senior Management Severance Plan are subject to reduction by Exelon to the extent necessary to avoid imposition of excise taxes imposed by Section 4999 of the Internal Revenue Code on excess parachute payments or under similar state or local law.

The term good reason“Good reason” under the Senior Management Severance Plan means either of the following:

amaterial reduction of the executive’s salary (or, with respect to a change in control, incentive compensation opportunity oraggregateor aggregate benefits) unless such reduction is part of a policy, program or arrangement applicable to peer executives of ExelonorExelon or of the business unit that employs the executive; or

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amaterial adverse reduction in the executive’s position or duties (other than a change in the position or level of officer to whom the executive reports) that is not applicable to peer executives of Exelon or of the executive’s business unit, but excluding under the non-change in control provisions of the plan any change (1) resulting from a reorganization or realignmentofrealignment of all or a significant portion of the business, operations or senior management of Exelon or of the executive’s business unit or(2)or (2) that generally places the executive in substantially the same level of responsibility.

The term cause“Cause” under the Senior Management Severance Plan generally has the same meaning as the definition of such term under the individual change in control employment agreements.

Benefits under the change in control employment agreements and the Senior Management Severance Plan are subject to termination upon an executive’s violation of his or her restrictive covenants, and incentive payments under the agreements and the plan may be subject to the recoupment policy adopted by the Board of Directors.

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Estimated Value of Benefits to be Received Upon Retirement

The following table shows the estimated value of payments and other benefits to be conferred upon the NEOs assuming they retired as of December 31, 2017.2019. These payments and benefits are in addition to the present value of the accumulated benefits from each NEO’s qualified and non-qualified pension plans shown in the tables within the Pension Benefit section and the aggregate balance due to each NEO that is shown in the tables within the Deferred Compensation section.

Name     Cash
Payment
($)
(Note 1)
     Value of
Unvested
Equity
Awards ($)
(Note 2)
     Total
Value of All
Payments
and Benefits
($)
(Note 3)
Cash
Payment
($)
(Note 1)
Value of
Unvested
Equity
Awards
($)
(Note 2)
Total
Value of All
Payments
and Benefits
($)
(Note 3)
Crane$1,586,000$32,992,000  $34,578,000       $2,104,000       $31,962,000       $34,066,000
Thayer
Nigro847,0007,144,0007,991,000
Cornew1,042,0001,042,000
Von Hoene Jr.858,0009,327,00010,185,0001,045,0008,991,00010,036,000
Cornew855,000855,000
O’Brien758,0008,127,0008,885,000
Pramaggiore (Note 4)668,0006,845,0007,513,000
Butler Jr.707,000707,000
Notes to Benefits to be Received Upon Retirement Table

(1)

Under the terms of the 20172019 AIP, a pro-rated actual incentive award is payable upon retirement based on the number of days worked during the year of retirement. The amount above represents the executive’s 20172019 annual incentive payout (afterafter Company/business unit performance was determined).

determined.
(2)

Includes the value of the executives’ unvested PShareperformance share awards granted in 2015, 2016,2017, 2018, and 20172019 assuming target performance and the accelerated portion of the executives’ RSU awards that, per applicable awards agreements,terms, would vest upon retirement. The value of the shares is based on Exelon’s closing stock price on December 29, 201731, 2019 of $39.41.

$45.59.
(3)

The estimate of total payments and benefits is based on a December 31, 20172019 retirement date.

(4)Ms. Pramaggiore’s cash payment reflects the actual 2019 annual incentive payout after company/business unit performance.

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Estimated Value of Benefits to be Received Upon Termination due to Death or Disability

The following table shows the estimated value of payments and other benefits to be conferred upon the NEOseach NEO assuming their employment is terminated due to death or disability as of December 31, 2017.2019. These payments and benefits are in addition to the present value of the accumulated benefits from the NEO’s qualified and non-qualified pension plans shown in the tablestable within the Pension Benefit section and the aggregate balance due to each NEO that is shown in tablesthe table within the Deferred Compensation section.

Name     Cash
Payment
($)
(Note 1)
     Value of
Unvested
Equity
Awards ($)
(Note 2)
     Total
Value of All
Payments
and Benefits
($)
(Note 3)
     Cash
Payment
($)
(Note 1)
     Value of
Unvested
Equity
Awards
($)
(Note 2)
     Total
Value of All
Payments
and Benefits
($)
(Note 3)
Crane$1,586,000$32,992,000  $34,578,000$2,104,000$ 31,962,00$34,066,000
Thayer742,00010,068,00010,810,000
Nigro847,0008,968,0009,815,000
Cornew1,042,0008,983,00010,025,000
Von Hoene Jr.858,00010,115,00010,973,0001,045,0008,991,00010,036,000
Cornew855,00010,782,00011,637,000
O’Brien758,0008,127,0008,885,000
Pramaggiore
Butler Jr.707,0005,664,0006,371,000
Notes to Benefits to be Received Upon Termination due to Death or Disability Table

(1)

Under the terms of the 20172019 AIP, a pro-rated actual incentive award is payable upon death or disability based on the number of days worked during the year of termination. The amount above represents the executives’ 20172019 annual incentive payout (afterafter Company/business unit performance was determined).

determined.
(2)

Includes the value of the executives’ unvested PShareperformance share awards granted in 2015, 2016,2017, 2018, and 20172019 assuming target performance and the accelerated portion of the executives’ RSU awards that, per applicable awards agreements,terms, would vest upon death or disability. The value of the shares is based on Exelon’s closing stock price on December 29, 201731, 2019 of $39.41.

$45.59.
(3)

The estimate of total payments and benefits is based on a December 31, 20172019 termination due to death or disability.

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Estimated Value of Benefits to be Received Upon Involuntary Separation Not Related to a Change in Control

The following table shows the estimated value of payments and other benefits to be conferred upon the NEOseach NEO assuming they were terminated as of December 31, 20172019 under the terms of the Amended and Restated Senior Management Severance Plan. These payments and benefits are in addition to the present value of the accumulated benefits from the NEO’s qualified and non-qualified pension plans shown in the tablestable within the Pension Benefit section and the aggregate balance due to each NEO that is shown in the tablestable within the Deferred Compensation section.

Name     Cash
Payment
($)
(Note 1)
     Retirement
Benefit
Enhancement
($)
(Note 2)
     Value of
Unvested
Equity
Awards
($)
(Note 3)
     Health and
Welfare
Benefit
Continuation
($)
(Note 4)
     Perquisites
And Other
Benefits
($)
(Note 5)
     Total Value of
All Payments
and Benefits
($)
(Note 6)

     

Cash
Payment
($)
(Note 1)

     

Retirement
Benefit
Enhancement
($)
(Note 2)
     Value of
Unvested
Equity
Awards
($)
(Note 3)
     

Health and
Welfare
Benefit
Continuation
($)
(Note 4)

     Perquisites
and Other
Benefits
($)
(Note 5)
     Total Value of
All Payments
and Benefits
($)
(Note 6)
Crane$7,387,000      $2,043,000$32,992,000       $118,000      $40,000   $42,580,000$8,440,000$2,807,000$31,962,000$118,000$40,000$43,430,000
Thayer3,893,000346,00010,050,00032,00040,00014,361,000
Nigro3,945,000263,0008,022,00034,00040,00012,304,000
Cornew4,755,000353,0008,983,00042,00040,00014,173,000
Von Hoene Jr.4,404,000284,0009,988,00035,00040,00014,751,0004,771,000298,0008,991,00031,00040,00014,131,000
Cornew4,389,000336,00010,764,00039,00040,00015,568,000
O’Brien3,974,000322,0008,127,00074,00040,00012,537,000
Pramaggiore
Butler Jr.3,367,000186,0004,715,00039,00040,0008,347,000
Notes to Benefits to be Received Upon Involuntary Separation Not Related to a CIC Table

(1)

Represents the estimated severance benefit equal to 2 times the sum of the executive’s (i) current base salary and (ii) the target annual incentive for the year of termination. In addition, under Section 4.2 of the Senior Management Severance Plan, a pro-rated annual incentive award is payable upon involuntary separation or qualifying voluntary separation based on the days worked during the year of termination pursuant to the terms in the 20172019 AIP. The amount above represents the executives’ 20172019 annual incentive payout (afterafter Company/business unit performance was determined and negative discretion was applied).

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(2)

Represents the estimated retirement benefit enhancement that consists of a one-time lump sum payment based on the actuarial present value of a benefit under the non-qualified pension plan assuming that the severance pay period was taken into account for purposes of vesting, and the severance pay constituted covered compensation for purposes of the non-qualified pension plan.

(3)

Includes the value of the executives’ unvested PShareperformance share awards granted in 2015, 2016,2017, 2018, and 20172019 assuming target performance and the accelerated portion of the executives’ RSU awards that, per applicable awards agreements,terms, would vest upon an involuntary separation not related to a change of control. The value of the shares is based on Exelon’s closing stock price on December 29, 201731, 2019 of $39.41.

$45.59.
(4)

Estimated costs of healthcare, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage which continue during the severance period.

(5)

Estimated costs of outplacement and financial planning services for up to 12 months for all NEOs.

(6)

The estimate of total payments and benefits is based on a December 31, 20172019 termination date. The executives are participants in the Senior Management Severance Plan and severance benefits are determined pursuant to Section 4 of the Severance Plan.

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Estimated Value of Benefits to be Received Upon a Qualifying Termination following a Change in Control

The following table shows the estimated value of payments and other benefits to be conferred upon the NEOseach NEO assuming they were terminatedtermination upon a qualifying change in control as of December 31, 2017.2019. The Company has entered into Change in Control agreements with each NEO. These payments and benefits are in addition to the present value of accumulated benefits from the NEO’s qualified and non-qualified pension plans shown in the tablestable within the Pension Benefit section and the aggregate balance due to each NEO that is shown in tablesthe table within the Deferred Compensation section.

Name     Cash
Payment ($)
(Note 1)
     Retirement
Benefit
Enhancement
($)
(Note 2)
     Value of
Unvested
Equity Awards
($)
(Note 3)
     Health and
Welfare
Benefit
Continuation
($)
(Note 4)
     Perquisites
and Other
Benefits
($)
(Note 5)
     Potential
Scaleback
($)
(Note 6)
     Total Value of
All Payments
and Benefits
($)
(Note 7)
     Cash
Payment
($)
(Note 1)
     Retirement
Benefit
Enhancement
($)
(Note 2)
     Value of
Unvested
Equity
Awards
($)
(Note 3)
     Health and
Welfare
Benefit
Continuation
($)
(Note 4)
     Perquisites
and Other
Benefits
($)
(Note 5)
     Potential
Scaleback
($)
(Note 6)
     Total Value of
All Payments
and Benefits
($)
(Note 7)
Crane$10,959,000     $3,297,000     $32,992,000       $177,000       $40,000Not required   $47,465,000$11,347,000$3,655,000$31,962,000$177,000$40,000$N/A$ 47,181,000
Thayer6,201,000486,00010,068,00048,00040,000Not required16,843,000
Nigro5,387,000394,0008,968,00051,00040,000N/A14,840,000
Cornew6,610,000540,0008,983,00063,00040,000N/A16,236,000
Von Hoene Jr.6,638,000460,00010,115,00052,00040,000Not required17,305,0006,632,000456,0008,991,00047,00040,000N/A16,166,000
Cornew7,000,000581,00010,782,00058,00040,000Not required18,461,000
O’Brien6,406,000376,0008,127,000111,00040,000Not required15,060,000
Pramaggiore
Butler Jr.4,607,000278,0005,664,00059,00040,000N/A10,648,000
Notes to Benefits to be Received Upon a Qualifying Termination following a CICChange in Control Table

(1)

Represents the estimated cash severance benefit equal to 2.99 times the sum of the executive’s (i) current base salary and (ii) Severance Incentive. Also, this amount includes an additional payment for Mr. O’Brien of $35,000.severance incentive (as defined in the CIC Agreement). Under Section 4.1(a)(ii) of the CIC Employment Agreement, the executive’s target incentive award is payable upon termination (butbut capped at actual performance).performance. The amounts above represent the executives’ 20172019 target annual incentive.

(2)

Represents the estimated retirement benefit enhancement that consists of a one-time lump sum payment based on the actuarial present value of a benefit under the non-qualified pension plan assuming that the severance pay period was taken into account for purposes of vesting, and the severance pay constituted covered compensation for purposes of the non-qualified pension plan.

(3)

Includes the value of the executives’ unvested PShares,performance shares, all of which will vest upon termination at the actual level earned and awarded (it is assumed the 2015, 2016,2017, 2018, and 2017 PShares2019 performance shares are earned at target) and the accelerated portion of the executives’ RSUs that would vest upon a qualifying termination following a change in control. The value of the shares is based on Exelon’s closing stock price on December 29, 201731, 2019 of $39.41.

$45.59.
(4)

Estimated costs of healthcare, life insurance and long-term disability coverage which continue during the severance period.

(5)

Estimated costs of outplacement and financial planning services for up to 12 months for all NEOs.

(6)

In 2009, the Compensation Committee adopted a policy that noeliminated excise tax gross-up payments in any future employment or severance agreements, will provide for anand in 2016, also removed excise tax gross-up payment. In 2016, the Compensation Committee also removed the excise tax gross-up paymentpayments from all existing agreements.

(7)

The estimate of total payments and benefits is based on a December 31, 20172019 termination date. The Company currently has entered into change in control employment agreementagreements with all of the executives.

executives, however, the Committee approved changes to the Senior Management Severance Plan in January 2020, which provided for the elimination of individual change of control agreements. All change in control provisions are now provided for under the Senior Management Severance Plan as amended.

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Executive Compensation DataDiscussion & Analysis

CEO Pay Ratio

As required by the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and SEC rules, we are providing the following information about the relationship of annual total compensation, calculated pursuant to SEC rules, of our median employee and our CEO, Christopher M. Crane. For 2017,2019, the ratio of annual total compensation of our CEO and the median of the annual total compensation of all employees was 127:122:1, demonstrating Exelon’s commitment to balance equitable compensation stewardship with competitively based compensation that drives and rewards performance. The total annual compensation for Mr. Crane and the median employee is $14,857,859$15,400,000 and $117,176,$126,000, respectively.

The rules governing the CEO Pay Ratio allow for utilization of the same individual for a 3-year period, provided that employee is actively employed at the company. As such, Exelon used the same individual identified in 2017 that was included in the compilation of our CEO pay ratio as reported in the 2019 proxy. The methodology utilized to identify that person is described below.

On December 8,31, 2017, our employee population consisted of approximately 34,972 individuals (excluding the CEO), which includes two employees based in the United Kingdom and eight employees based in Canada. We have chosenchose to exclude these ten employees as permitted under SEC rules from our determination of the “median employee,” given the small number of our non-US based employees. The consistently applied compensation measure we used to identify the median employee was W-2 Box 1 wages for employees as of December 8,31, 2017. After identifying the median employee, the annual total compensation for the median employee was calculated using the same methodology used in compiling the Summary Compensation Table found on page 6355 in this proxy statement for our NEOs. This ratio is a reasonable estimate calculated in a manner consistent with Item 402(u) of Regulation S-K. We believe the methodology, assumptions, and estimates used in determining the ratio are reasonable given our specific employee population.

Because SEC rules provide flexibility in determining the methodology, assumptions, and estimates used to determine pay ratios and the fact that workforce composition issues differ significantly between companies, comparability of pay ratios amongst companies may be limited.

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2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan

The Board of Directors has approved the Exelon Corporation 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan (2020 Plan) subject to further approval by our shareholders at the 2020 Annual Meeting. If approved, the 2020 Plan will become effective April 28, 2020 (Effective Date) and will supersede the existing 2011 Exelon Corporation Long-Term Incentive Plan (2011 Plan) and the Exelon Corporation Non-Employee Directors’ Deferred Stock Unit Plan (the Directors’ Plan, and together the Prior Plans). Like with the existing 2011 plan, we will use the 2020 Plan to grant equity-based compensation to officers and employees of Exelon and its subsidiaries and non-employee directors of Exelon.

The purposes of the 2020 Plan are to align the interests of 1) recipients of awards under the Plan with Exelon’s shareholders by increasing the proprietary interest of such recipients in the Company’s growth and; 2) attract and retain employees and Non-Employee Directors; and 3) motivate such persons to act in the long-term best interests of Exelon and its shareholders.

Exelon has not sought shareholder approval for additional share authorizations since 2010. The 2020 Plan would provide for the grant of equity-based compensation awards that are similar to those currently authorized under Prior Plans.

If approved, the maximum number of shares reserved for issuance under the 2020 Plan will be 21,900,000 new shares of our common stock,plus(i) the number of shares that remain available for issuance as of the Effective Date under the Prior Plans, and (ii) the number of shares that are subject to outstanding awards as of the Effective Date that, in the future, terminate, expire, or are forfeited, cancelled, or settled for cash. As of March 1, 2020, 7,095,559 shares remained available for grants under the Prior Plan. After the Effective Date of the 2020 Plan, no further awards will be granted under the Prior Plans, but all outstanding awards under the Prior Plans will continue in full force and effect, subject to their original terms.

Our three-year average “burn rate” was 0.34% for fiscal years 2017 through 2019. We define burn rate as the total number of Shares subject to Awards (as defined below) granted to Participants in a single year expressed as a percent of our weighted average Shares outstanding. Our three-year average burn rate is equal to the median 3-year average burn rate of our benchmarking peer group for the period 2017 through 2019 (the most recent 3-year period for which burn rate data is publicly available. Based on the requested number of shares to be reserved under the Plan and on our three-year average burn rate, we expect that the requested share reserve will cover Awards for approximately 10 years.

As of December 31, 2019, our estimated existing overhang as it relates to the 2011 Plan was 2.26%. We define existing overhang as the sum of the following items expressed as a percentage of our weighted average Shares outstanding during 2019: (i) the total number of Shares subject to outstanding Awards and (ii) the total number of Shares of common stock available for future grants. Our total overhang as of that same date would be 4.51% based on the inclusion of the additional 21,900,000 shares that would be available for issuance under the Plan upon its approval by shareholders. This level of total overhang is between the median and the 75th percentile of total overhang level of our benchmarking peer group.

Based on our historical burn rate, the estimated duration of the requested share reserve and our overhang, we believe the requested share reserve is reasonable for a company of our size in our industry. We are therefore asking shareholders to approve the 2020 Plan, which will increase the number of shares of common stock available for issuance to eligible directors and employees by 21,900,000.

The Board recommends a vote “FOR” the approval of the 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan.

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Features of the 2020 Plan

Award Limits– Annual limit on value of compensation awarded to non-employee directors may not exceed $600,000 per non-employee director and to any non-employee chairman will not exceed $900,000.

Minimum Vesting Periods– Awards will have a minimum vesting period of at least 12 months subject to certain limited exceptions.

No Liberal Share Recycling– No liberal share recycling allowed on stock options or stock appreciation rights.

No “Evergreen” Provisions– The 2020 Plan contains no “evergreen” provisions that automatically add shares to the plan reserve.

No Reloads– No reload stock options provided for under the 2020 Plan.

No Repricing– No repricing or cash buyout of options or SARs will be allowed without shareholder approval.

Fair Market Value Requirement– No stock options or SARs may be granted with an exercise/base price less than the fair market value on the date of grant.

Clawbacks– Awards will be subject to our clawback policy then in effect.

Dividends and Dividend Equivalent Rights– Dividends and dividend equivalent rights will remain subject to vesting conditions applicable to underlying awards. No dividends or dividend equivalent rights will be paid or credited on stock options or SARs.

No Automatic Single Trigger Vesting– The 2020 Plan does not provide for automatic single trigger vesting of awards upon a change in control.

No Tax Gross-ups– Employees are not entitled to tax gross-ups on equity awards in connection with a change in control or otherwise.

Historical Equity Usage Demonstrates Sound Management– Exelon’s three-year average share usage rate (known as burn rate) was 0.34%, which is lower than our peers. With the approval of 21,900,000 shares under the 2020 Plan, Exelon’s full dilution level will be approximately 4.51%.

Key Data

The following table includes information regarding outstanding equity awards and shares available for future awards under the company’s equity plans as of December 31, 2019 (and without giving effect to approval of the 2020 Plan or the January 27, 2020 annual grants).

Total number of stock options outstanding1,889,045
Weighted average exercise price of stock options outstanding
$40.43
Weighted average term of stock options outstanding
1.56 years
Total number of full-value awards outstanding(1)6,089,534
Shares remaining available for grant under Prior Plans (as of 12/31/19)(2)13,965,879
(1)

Includes 1,709,755 nonvested performance share awards, 1,498,713 nonvested restricted stock units (RSUs), 2,017,870 performance share awards available for retirement-eligible employees and 863,196 RSUs available for retirement-eligible employees per Exelon’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ending 12/31/2019.

(2)For performance shares granted in 2017, 2018 and 2019, the total includes the number of shares that could be issued pursuant to the terms of the Exelon LTIP plan, which provides that final payouts are made 50% in shares of stock and 50% in cash, and if the performance and total shareholder return modifier metrics were both at maximum, representing a best case performance scenario, for a total of 4,005,200 shares.

As of March 1, 2020, after giving effect to the January 27, 2020 annual grants and reducing the total available by 4,820,034 shares that are reservedexclusivelyfor settling legacy Constellation awards, 7,095,559 shares remain available for grant under Prior Plans.

Summary of the Exelon Corporation 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan

The following summary of the material provisions of the 2020 Plan is not intended to be exhaustive. The full terms of the 2020 Plan can be found in the 2020 Plan, which is included asAppendix A to this proxy statement.

The 2020 Plan authorizes (i) the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee (Compensation Committee) to grant equity-based compensation to eligible employees including stock options, stock appreciation rights (SARs), stock awards (including restricted stock, restricted stock unit and performance share awards), performance units and deferred stock units for the purpose of providing incentives to our employees, and (ii) the Corporate Governance Committee to grant any such equity-based compensation awards deemed appropriate to our non-employee directors.

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The total number of shares of common stock authorized for awards under the 2020 Plan is 21,900,000, plus the number of shares previously authorized but unissued under the 2011 Plan (which is 7,095,559 shares as of March 1, 2020). The number of shares reserved will be subject to adjustment in the event of certain capitalization events. If the 2020 Plan is approved by our shareholders, no further awards may thereafter be granted under our 2011 Plan or the Directors’ Plan.

Administration and Award Limits

The Compensation Committee will administer the 2020 Plan with respect to awards granted to employees. The Compensation Committee has delegated such authority to Exelon’s Chief Executive Officer and the most senior Human Resources officer with respect to awards granted to employees other than executive officers, subject to the following limits: shares subject to stock options and SARs granted in any year may not exceed 1,200,000 shares in the aggregate or 40,000 shares to any one employee; shares subject to other types of awards (restricted stock, restricted stock units, performance shares, performance units and deferred stock units) granted in any year may not exceed 600,000 shares in the aggregate or 20,000 shares to any one employee.

The Corporate Governance Committee is authorized to administer the 2020 Plan with respect to awards granted to non-employee directors and the aggregate value of cash compensation and the grant date value of equity-based compensation that may be granted during any fiscal year shall not exceed $600,000 for any non-employee director not serving as the non-employee chair of the Board, and $900,000 to any non-employee chair of the Board.

Each Committee, acting within such scope of such authority (each, an Administrator), will have broad authority to administer and interpret the 2020 Plan, including authority to make awards, determine the size and terms applicable to awards, establish performance goals, determine and approve the extent to which goals have been achieved, and amend the terms of any awards consistent with the terms of the 2020 Plan.

Effective Date and Termination; Amendment

If approved by our shareholders, the 2020 Plan will be effective as of the date of shareholder approval. No awards will be granted under the 2020 Plan later than ten years following the effective date.

The Administrators may amend or terminate the 2020 Plan as they deem advisable, provided that no amendment may impair the rights of a holder of an outstanding award without the consent of such holder. Any amendment of the 2020 Plan will be conditioned on shareholder approval to the extent required to comply with applicable law or the rules of any stock exchange on which Exelon’s common stock is listed.

Eligibility

Eligibility under the 2020 Plan is limited to employees of Exelon or one of its subsidiaries and non-employee directors of Exelon. As of March 1, 2020, the number of such eligible employees was approximately 1,437 and the number of such eligible non-employee directors was 14. The Administrators will determine which individuals are eligible to participate in the 2020 Plan pursuant to the scope of their authority.

Transfer

Generally, no award under the 2020 Plan may be transferred other than by will or the laws of descent and distribution or to permitted family members, estate planning entities, or charitable organizations, as approved by the Company.

Securities Subject to the 2020 Plan

Subject to customary adjustments to reflect events affecting our capitalization, the number of shares of Exelon common stock that may be issued under the 2020 Plan may not exceed 21,900,000 shares plus the number of shares previously authorized for awards under the 2011 Plan and available for future grant as of the effective date of the 2020 Plan, which as of March 1, 2020 is estimated to be 7,095,559 shares.

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Share Recycling:The 2020 Plan allows for the following types of shares to be added back to the pool of shares available for future grants:

awards granted under the 2020 Plan or any Prior Plan that terminate by expiration, forfeiture, cancellation, or otherwise without the issuance of such shares (other than shares subject to an SAR that is cancelled upon the exercise of a tandem option, or shares subject to an option that is cancelled upon the exercise of a tandem SAR);
awards granted under the 2020 Plan or any Prior Plan that are settled in cash in lieu of shares; and
shares surrendered or withheld as payment of withholding taxes related to an award other than an option or SAR that was granted under the 2020 Plan or any Prior Plan.

Minimum Vesting

No award (or any portion of an award) granted under the 2020 Plan will become exercisable or vest prior to the one-year anniversary of the date of grant, except that this restriction will not apply to up to 5% of the aggregate number of shares initially available for awards granted under the 2020 Plan, and does not restrict the Administrator from accelerating or continuing the vesting of an award upon or after a change in control or an employee’s termination of employment.

Stock Awards

Restricted Stock Awards– The Administrator may grant Restricted Stock Awards (RSA) to eligible participants. Each RSA will be evidenced by award terms that will specify the period of restriction, the number of shares of restricted stock to be awarded, the price (if any) to be paid by the participant to acquire such shares, any performance goals applicable to such RSAs, and such other terms and conditions as determined by the Administrator. A participant will forfeit RSAs if the restrictions, performance goals, or other conditions of the grant applicable to such shares are not attained.

Except as otherwise provided in the award terms, the holder of such award will generally have all rights as an Exelon shareholder during the restricted period, including, but not limited to, voting rights, the right to receive dividends and the right to participate in any capital adjustment applicable to all holders of common stock. However, any dividends paid during the restricted period will become payable only if and to the extent the underlying restricted shares vest.

Restricted Stock Units– The Administrator may grant Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) to eligible participants. The award terms for RSUs will specify whether the award will be settled in cash, shares of common stock, or a combination thereof and will describe any applicable performance measures.

RSUs are contingent upon the expiration of a specified period of restriction and may, in addition thereto, be contingent upon the attainment of specified performance goals or such other restrictions or conditions as the Administrator may determine. RSUs are similar to RSAs except that no shares of common stock are issued to the participant until the RSUs become vested.

Except as otherwise provided in the award terms, the holder of any RSUs will have no rights of a shareholder during the restricted period, including voting, dividend, or other distribution rights. To the extent the award terms provide for dividend-equivalent rights during the restricted period, such rights will be subject to the same restrictions that apply to the underlying RSUs.

Performance Shares– The Administrator may grant Performance Share to eligible participants. Performance Shares are a right to receive, contingent upon the attainment of specified performance measures within a specified performance period and the expiration of the applicable performance period, a number of shares of common stock, including restricted stock, or cash, or a combination thereof. The Administrator will determine the number of shares subject to a Performance Share award and the performance metrics and period applicable to such award.

To the extent the award terms provides for dividend-equivalent rights during the restricted period, such rights will be subject to the same restrictions that apply to the underlying Performance Shares.

Deferred Stock Units

The Administrator may grant deferred stock unit awards to eligible participants. A deferred stock unit entitles the holder to receive a share of common stock, or a cash payment equal to a share of common stock, on a deferred basis, to be paid at such time and subject to such terms and conditions as the Administrator shall deem appropriate.

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Stock Options and Stock Appreciation Rights

Subject to the limits of the 2020 Plan, the Administrator may grant awards of Incentive Stock Options (ISOs) intended to comply with Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code (the Code), and Nonqualified Stock Options (collectively, Stock Options). Stock Options entitle the participant to purchase up to the number of shares of Common stock specified in the award agreement at a specified price. Under the terms of the 2020 Plan, the exercise price may not be less than the fair market value of the Common stock on the date a Stock Option is granted. Without the approval of our shareholders, the Administrators may not decrease the exercise price of an outstanding Stock Option, cancel an outstanding Stock Option in exchange for an option with a lower exercise price or cancel an outstanding Stock Option in exchange for cash or another award if the Stock Option is “under water” (except for adjustments in connection with a change in control or a change in our capitalization).

Stock Options will vest and become exercisable at such time or times as shall be determined by the Administrator, which will be set forth in the applicable option award agreement. No Stock Option will be exercisable more than 10 years from the date such option is granted.

Stock Options may be paid in full when exercised (i) in cash, (ii) in unrestricted shares of common stock already owned by the participant, (iii) by any means of cashless exercise procedure approved by the Administrator, including the withholding of shares of common stock that would otherwise be issuable in connection with the exercise of the option, or (iv) by any other form of consideration approved by the Administrator and permitted by applicable laws (or any combination of the foregoing). Options may be exercised in whole or in part by giving written notice under the 2020 Plan.

The 2020 Plan also authorizes awards of stock appreciation rights (SARs) which are rights that, when exercised, entitle the participant to the appreciation in value of the number of shares of common stock specified in the award agreement, from the date granted to the date exercised. SARs may be granted freestanding from an option award or granted in tandem with all or part of an option award. The Administrator has sole discretion whether to issue SARs and the terms and conditions that will apply to a SAR; provided, however, that SARs granted in tandem with options will generally only be exercisable at such time or times and to the extent that the options to which they relate are exercisable under the 2020 Plan.

The base price for each SAR will be not less than the fair market value of a share of common stock on the grant date of the SAR. The award agreement for each SAR will specify whether the award will be settled in cash, shares of common stock, or a combination. No SAR may be exercised after ten years from the date such SAR is granted.

Except as otherwise set forth in the applicable award terms, Stock Options and SARs are exercisable for the following periods following the termination of a participant’s employment or service:

In the event of a termination by reason of retirement or disability, each stock option and SAR will be fully exercisable until the earlier of five years after such termination and the expiration date set forth in the award agreement.
In the event of a termination by reason of death, each stock option and SAR will be fully exercisable until the earlier of three years after the date of death and the expiration date set forth in the award agreement.
In the event of a termination by Exelon for cause, each option and SAR held by such participant will be cancelled and Exelon may recover from the participant any amounts received in connection with the exercise of the option or SAR after the participant engaged in conduct giving rise to the termination for cause.
In the event of a termination for any reason other than retirement, disability or death or termination for cause, each stock option and SAR will be exercisable only to the extent exercisable on the date of termination until and including the earlier of 90 days after such termination and the expiration date set forth in the award agreement.
Unless otherwise specified in the terms relating to an option or SAR, if a participant dies during the 90-day exercise period following a termination described in the previous bullet point, each stock option and SAR will be exercisable only to the extent exercisable on the date of death until the earlier of one year after the date of death and the expiration date set forth in the award agreement.
Unless otherwise specified in, and subject to all conditions specified in, the terms relating to an option or SAR, a severance plan or a change in control agreement, if within 24 months following a change in control, Exelon ceases to employ the holder of an option or SAR due to termination by Exelon other than for cause or, with respect to certain levels of employees, by such holder for good reason, such holder’s options will immediately vest and be exercisable until the earlier to occur of five years after the date of termination and the expiration date set forth in the award agreement.
If the holder of a stock option or SAR breaches his or her obligations to Exelon under a noncompetition, non-solicitation, confidentiality, intellectual property or other similar agreement, the option or SAR will be immediately cancelled as of the date of such breach, and Exelon may recover from the holder any amounts received in connection with the exercise of the option or SAR after such cancellation date.

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Change-in-Control or Corporate Transactions

In the event of any merger, reorganization, consolidation or sale of 50% or more of Exelon’s operating assets, the Exelon Board of Directors may, in its discretion, (i) accelerate the vesting or exercisability of some or all outstanding awards, (ii) require that shares of stock of the company resulting from such transaction, or the parent thereof, be substituted for some or all of the shares of Exelon common stock subject to outstanding awards as determined by the Exelon Board, and/or (iii) require outstanding awards to be surrendered to Exelon in exchange for a payment of cash, shares of common stock in the company resulting from the transaction, or the parent thereof, or a combination of cash and shares.

Clawbacks

The awards (and any cash payments or shares delivered pursuant thereto) are subject to forfeiture and recovery by Exelon and its subsidiaries pursuant to the applicable award agreement or any clawback or recoupment policy which we adopt from time to time, as set forth under the 2020 Plan.

New Plan Benefits

Because benefits under the 2020 Plan will depend on the actions of the Administrators and the fair market value of Exelon common stock at various future dates, it is not possible to determine at this time the benefits that might be received by employees and non-employee directors if the 2020 Plan is approved by shareholders. For information on equity award grants made to our named executive officers in 2019, please see the Grants of Plan-Based Awards in 2019 table in this proxy statement.

Federal Income Tax Effects

The federal income tax consequences applicable to Exelon and participants in connection with awards under the 2020 Plan are complex and depend, in large part, on the surrounding facts and circumstances. Under current federal income tax laws, a participant will generally recognize income, and Exelon will be entitled to a deduction, with respect to grants of awards as follows:

Incentive Stock Options. The grant of an ISO will not result in any immediate tax consequences to the company or the participant. A participant will not recognize taxable income, and the company will not be entitled to any deduction, upon the timely exercise of an ISO, but the excess of the fair market value of the common stock acquired over the exercise price will be an item of tax preference for purposes of the participant’s alternative minimum tax. If the participant does not dispose of the common stock acquired within one year after its receipt (or within two years after the date the option was granted), the gain or loss realized on the subsequent disposition of the common stock will be treated as long-term capital gain or loss and the company will not be entitled to any deduction. If the participant disposes of the common stock acquired less than one year after its receipt (or within two years after the option was granted), a disqualifying disposition, the participant will recognize ordinary income in an amount equal to the lesser of (i) the excess of the fair market value of the common stock acquired on the date of exercise over the exercise price, or (ii) if the disposition is a taxable sale or exchange, the amount of any gain realized. Any amount realized by the participant in excess of the fair market value of the common stock on the date of exercise will be taxed to the participant as capital gain. Upon such a disqualifying disposition, Exelon will be entitled to a deduction in the same amount and at the same time as the participant recognizes such ordinary income, subject to any limit applicable under Section 162(m) of the Code.

Nonqualified Stock Options. The grant of a Nonqualified Stock Option will not result in any immediate tax consequences to the company or the participant. Upon the exercise of a Nonqualified Stock Option, the participant will generally recognize ordinary income, subject to applicable tax withholding requirements, equal to the excess of the fair market value of the common stock acquired over the exercise price. The company will be entitled to a deduction at the same time as, and in an amount equal to, the income recognized by the participant, subject to any limit applicable under Section 162(m) of the Code.

Restricted Shares. A participant generally will not recognize taxable income upon an award of restricted stock. However, a participant who receives restricted stock will recognize as ordinary income at the time of the lapse of the restrictions an amount, subject to applicable tax withholding requirements, equal to the fair market value of the common stock at the time of such lapse over the amount, if any, paid for such shares. Alternatively, and if permitted by the Compensation Committee, a participant may make an election, within 30 days after the date of the grant, to recognize ordinary income on the date the restricted stock award was granted. Exelon will be entitled to a deduction at the same time, an in an amount equal to, the income recognized by the participant, subject to any limit applicable under Section 162(m) of the Code.

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Restricted Stock Units, Performance Shares, Performance Units and Deferred Stock Units. A participant generally will not recognize taxable income upon an award of restricted stock units, Performance Shares, Performance Units or Deferred Stock Units. A participant will recognize ordinary income in the year in which the shares subject to the award are actually issued or the amount of cash in lieu of such shares is paid to the participant, in an amount equal to the fair market value of the shares on the issuance date and/or the amount of any cash payable on the payment date, subject to applicable tax withholding requirements. Exelon will be entitled to a deduction at the same time, an in an amount equal to, the income recognized by the participant, subject to any limit applicable under Section 162(m) of the Code.

Code Section 409A. To the extent that any award under the 2020 Plan is or may be considered to involve a nonqualified deferred compensation plan or deferral subject to Code Section 409A, the terms and administration of such award are intended to comply with the provisions of such section and final regulations issued thereunder.

Code Section 162(m).Under Section 162(m) of the Code, generally NEO compensation over $1 million for any year is not deductible for United States income tax purposes. Historically, there was an exemption from this $1 million deduction limit for compensation payments that qualified as “performance-based” under applicable IRS regulations. With the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (Tax Act), the performance-based compensation exemption was eliminated under Section 162(m) of the Code, except with respect to certain grandfathered arrangements. The Tax Act also expanded the definition of covered employee to include the CFO and extended the classification for all covered employees in perpetuity even after death through severance and post-death payments. Finally, the application of the $1 million limitation has been expanded to include covered employees at Exelon’s corporate registrants with publicly traded debt in addition to those with publicly traded equity as required prior to the Tax Act. Under the new law, Exelon has eight registrants that now fall within the scope of Section 162(m).

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Ownership of Exelon Stock

BeneficialStock Ownership Tableof Directors and Executive Officers

The following table shows the ownership of Exelon common stock as of January 31, 2018February 14, 2020 by each Director and each NEO in the Summary Compensation Table, and for all Directors and executive officers as a group.

Name of Beneficial Owner     Beneficial
Ownership of
Exelon
Common Stock
(Note 1)
     Common Shares
Underlying Vested
Stock Options and
Options that Vest
Within 60 Days
     Total
Share
Interest
(Note 2)
Anthony K. Anderson17,98217,982
Ann C. Berzin70,65470,654
Yves, C. de Balmann61,65661,656
Nicholas DeBenedictis50,92950,929
Nancy L. Gioia7,2377,237
Linda P. Jojo8,8108,810
Paul L. Joskow42,67342,673
Robert J. Lawless87,71587,715
Richard W. Mies30,94530,945
John W. Rogers, Jr.86,07286,072
Mayo A. Shattuck III297,447297,447
Stephen D. Steinour79,26579,265
Christopher M. Crane580,478509,0001,089,478
Jonathan W. Thayer122,635474,355596,990
Kenneth W. Cornew122,048135,200257,248
William A. Von Hoene, Jr.212,280232,200444,480
Denis P. O’Brien151,168230,700381,868
Total
Directors & Executive Officers
as a group (23 people)
(Note 3)2,465,4442,002,0464,467,490
Directors and Named Executive Officers     Beneficial
Ownership of
Common Stock
(Note 1)
     Common Stock
Underlying Options
Exercisable
Within 60 Days
     Total Shares
Beneficially
Owned
(Note 2)
Anthony Anderson26,03926,039
Ann Berzin88,86588,865
Laurie Brlas4,0764,076
Yves de Balmann72,42872,428
Nicholas DeBenedictis60,47860,478
Linda Jojo16,27016,270
Paul Joskow52,14652,146
Robert Lawless106,743106,743
Richard Mies39,84539,845
John Richardson1,1121,112
Mayo Shattuck III305,604305,604
Stephen Steinour96,73696,736
John Young4,8464,846
Christopher M. Crane662,107379,0001,041,107
Joseph Nigro133,71026,400160,110
Kenneth W. Cornew132,45870,000202,458
William A. Von Hoene, Jr.238,301155,000393,301
Anne Pramaggiore124,62737,000161,627
Calvin G. Butler Jr.122,298122,298
Directors & Executive Officers as a group (26 people) (Note 3)2,632,504720,4003,352,904
(1)

Includes any shares as to which the individual has sole or shared voting power or investment power, Directors’ deferred stock units, officers’ RSUs and deferred shares held in the Stock Deferral Plan, and Directors’ and officers’ phantom shares held in a non-qualified deferred compensation plan which will be settled in cash on a 1 for 1 basis upon retirement or termination.

(2)

Total share interest of Directors and executive officers, both individually and as a group, represents less than 1% of the outstanding shares of Exelon common stock.

(3)

Total includes shares held by all Directors and NEOs as well as thoseExelon executive officers listed in Item 1, Executive“Executive Officers of the RegistrantsRegistrants” in Exelon’s 20172019 Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on February 9, 2018,11, 2020, who are not NEOs for purposes of compensation disclosure.

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Ownership of Exelon Stock

Other Significant Owners of Exelon Stock

Shown in the table below are those owners who are known to Exelon to hold more than 5% of the outstanding common stock. This information is based on the most recent Schedule 13Gs filed with the SEC by The Vanguard Group on February 7, 2018,12, 2020, BlackRock, Inc. on January 24, 2018, FMR LLC on February 13, 2018,5, 2020 and State Street Corporation on February 14, 2018.13, 2020. Wellington Management Group LLP, Wellington Group Holdings LLP, and Wellington Investment Advisors Holdings LLP jointly filed a Schedule 13G on January 28, 2020.

Name and address of beneficial owner     Amount and nature of
beneficial ownership
     Percent of class
The Vanguard Group(1)
100 Vanguard Blvd.
Malvern, PA 1935571,031,5377.4%
BlackRock, Inc.(2)
55 East 52ndStreet
New York, NY 1005570,837,5967.4%
FMR LLC(3)
245 Summer Street
Boston, MA 0221060,345,0476.3%
State Street Corporation(4)
State Street Financial Center
One Lincoln Street
Boston, MA 0211157,252,0566.0%
Name and address of beneficial owner     Shares
beneficially owned
     Percentage
of class
The Vanguard Group(1)84,289,5198.69%
100 Vanguard Blvd., Malvern, PA 19355
BlackRock, Inc.(2)72,400,0777.40%
55 East 52nd Street, New York, NY 10055
State Street Corporation(3)60,129,5766.20%
State Street Financial Center
One Lincoln Street, Boston, MA 02111
Wellington Management Group LLP(4)49,543,5235.11%
Wellington Group Holdings LLP
Wellington Investment Advisors Holdings LLP
c/o Wellington Management Company LLP
280 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210
(1)

The Vanguard Group disclosed in its Schedule 13G/A that it has sole power to vote or direct the vote of 1,352,6931,426,705 shares, shared voting power over 217,759278,313 shares, sole power to dispose or direct the disposition of 69,506,98282,656,383 shares, and shared dispositive power over 1,524,5551,633,136 shares.

(2)

BlackRock, Inc. disclosed in its Schedule 13G/A that it has sole power to vote or to direct the vote of 61,565,34160,681,493 shares and sole power to dispose or direct the disposition of 70,837,59772,400,077 shares.

(3)

FMR LLC disclosed in its Schedule 13G/A that it has sole power to vote or direct the vote of 7,478,149 shares and sole power to dispose or direct the disposal of 60,345,047 shares.

(4)

State Street Corporation disclosed in its Schedule 13G that it has shared voting power over 48,517,01046,756,197 shares and shared dispositive power over 57,252,05660,061,276 shares.

(4)Wellington Management Group LLP, Wellington Group Holdings LLP, and Wellington Investment Advisors Holdings LLP disclosed in its Schedule 13G that it has shared voting power over 46,851,165 shares and shared dispositive power over 49,543,523.

Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance

Based upon signed affirmations received from Directors and officers, as well as administrative review of Company plans and accounts administered by private brokers on behalf of Directors and officers, Exelon believes that its Directors and officers made all required Section 16 filings on a timely basis during 2017.

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Additional Information

Shareholder Proposals for 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders

Shareholder Proposals

If you wish to submit a proposal for possible inclusion in next year’s proxy statement, youproposals must submit itbe submitted in writing to the Corporate Secretary Exelon Corporation, 10 South Dearborn Street, P.O. Box 805398, Chicago, Illinois 60680-5398.at the address noted below. Exelon must receive your proposal onno earlier than October 19, 2020, or beforelater than November 21, 2018.18, 2020. Exelon will consider only proposals meeting the requirements of the applicable rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission.SEC. Under our bylaws, the proposal must also disclose fully all ownership interests the proponent has in Exelon and contain a representation as to whether the shareholder has any intention of delivering a proxy statement to the other shareholders of Exelon.

We strongly encourage any shareholder interested in submitting a proposal to contact our Corporate Secretary in advance of this deadline to discuss the proposal, and shareholders may want to consult knowledgeable counsel with regard to the detailed requirements of applicable securities laws.proposal. Submitting a shareholder proposal does not guarantee that we will include it in our proxy statement. Our Corporate Governance Committee reviews all shareholder proposals and makes recommendations to the Board for action on such proposals.

Additionally, under our bylaws,Director Nominations for a shareholder to bring any matter before the 2019 annual meeting that is not included in the 2018 proxy statement, the shareholder’s written notice must be received by the Corporate Secretary not less than 120 days prior to the first anniversary of the mailing date of this proxy statement, which will be November 21, 2018.

Director Nominations2021

A shareholder who wishes to recommend a candidate (including a self-nomination) to be considered by the Corporate Governance Committee for nomination as a Director must submit the recommendation in writing to the Chair of the Corporate Governance Committee c/o Thomas S. O’Neill, Senior Vice President, General Counsel andthe Corporate Secretary Exelon Corporation, 10 South Dearborn Street, P.O. Box 805398, Chicago, Illinois 60680-5398.at the address noted below. The Corporate Governance Committee will consider all recommended candidates and self-nominees when making its recommendation to the full Board of Directors to nominate a slate of Directors for election.

Nominations for 2018.Under the Exelon’s bylaws, the deadline has passed for a shareholder to nominate a candidate (or nominate himself or herself) for election to the Board at the 2018 annual meeting.
Nominations for 2019.There are several ways a shareholder may nominate a candidate for election as a Director or to stand for election at the 2019 annual meeting. As noted above, a shareholder may submit a recommendation to the Corporate Governance Committee, which will consider the nomination when making recommendations to the Board for nominations for Director.

A shareholder may also use one of two alternative provisions of Exelon’s bylaws to nominate a candidate for election as a Director. Under one provision of the bylaws currently in effect, a shareholder must comply with the following: (1) notice of the proposed nomination must be received by Exelon no later than November 21, 2018; (2) the notice must include information required under the bylaws, including: (a) information about the nominating shareholder, (b) information about the candidate that would be required to be included in a proxy statement under the rules of the SEC, (c) a representation as to whether the shareholder intends to deliver a proxy statement to the other shareholders of Exelon, and (d) the signed consent of the candidate to serve as a Director of Exelon, if elected. Under this procedure, any shareholder can nominate any number of candidates for director for election at the annual meeting, but the shareholder’s nominees will not be included in Exelon’s proxy statement or form of proxy for the meeting.

A shareholder who meets criteria in the Exelon bylaws may also nominate a limited number of candidates for election as Directors through provisions commonly referred to as “proxy access.” Subject to the requirements set forth in the bylaws, any shareholder or group of up to 20 shareholders holding both investment and voting rights with respect to at least 3% of Exelon’s outstanding common stock continuously for at least 3 years may nominate up to 20% of the Exelon Directors to be elected (2 Directors on Exelon’s current Board of 13
Method 1:Notice of the proposed nomination must be received by Exelon no earlier than October 19, 2020, or later than November 18, 2020. The notice must include information required under the bylaws, including: (a) information about the nominating shareholder, (b) information about the candidate that would be required to be included in a proxy statement under the rules of the SEC, (c) a representation as to whether the shareholder intends to deliver a proxy statement to the other shareholders of Exelon, and (d) the signed consent of the candidate to serve as a Director of Exelon, if elected. Under this procedure, any shareholder can nominate any number of candidates for director for election at the annual meeting, but the shareholder’s nominees willnot be included in Exelon’s proxy statement or form of proxy for the meeting.
Method 2 (Proxy-Access):Subject to the requirements set forth in the bylaws, any shareholder or group of up to 20 shareholders holding both investment and voting rights with respect to at least 3% of Exelon’s outstanding common stock continuously for at least 3 years may nominate up to 20% of the Exelon Directors to be elected (two Directors on Exelon’s current Board of 12 Directors). The nominating shareholder(s) must provide notice of the proposed nomination and other required information must be received by Exelon no earlier than October 19, 2020, or later than November 18, 2020. The nominating shareholder(s) must comply with the following, among other detailed requirements specified in the bylaws: (1) notice of the proposed nomination and other required information must be received by Exelon no earlier than October 22, 2018 and no later than November 21, 2018; (2) the notice must include information required under the Bylaws, including: (a) information about the nominating shareholder(s), (b) information about the candidate(s) including information that would be required to be included in a proxy statement under the rules of the SEC, and (c) the signed consent of each candidate to serve as a Director of Exelon, if elected. Under this procedure, the shareholder’s nominees will be included in the Exelon proxy statement and the form of proxy for the meeting.

Exelon will not consider any proposal or nomination that does not comply with the requirements of the SEC and (c)Exelon’s bylaws. Exelon’s bylaws are amended from time to time. Please review the signed consent of each candidatebylaws posted on our website to serve as a Director of Exelon,determine if elected. Under this procedure,any changes to the shareholder’s nominees will be included in the Exelon proxy statement and the form of proxy for the meeting.nomination process or requirements have been made.

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A shareholder who wishes to submit a nomination is encouraged to seek the advice of legal counsel regarding the requirements of the SEC and Exelon’s bylaws. Exelon will not consider any proposal or nomination that does not comply with the requirements of the SEC and Exelon’s bylaws.

Exelon’s bylaws are amended from time to time. Please review the bylaws posted on our website to determine if any changes to the nomination process or requirements have been made.

Availability of Corporate Documents

The Exelon Corporate Governance Principles, the Exelon Code of Business Conduct, the Exelon Amended and Restated bylaws,Bylaws, and the charters for the Audit, Corporate Governance, Compensation and Leadership Development and other standing Committees of the Board of Directors are available on the Exelon website atwww.exeloncorp.com, on the Governance page under the Investors tab.. Copies may be printed from the Exelon website and copies are available without charge to any shareholder who requests them by writing to Thomas S. O’Neill, Senior Vice President, General Counsel andthe Corporate Secretary Exelon Corporation, 10 South Dearborn Street, P.O. Box 805398, Chicago, Illinois 60680-5398.at the address noted below. In addition, our Articles of Incorporation, Compensation Consultant Independence Policy, Political Contributions Guidelines, biographical information concerning each Director, and all of our filings submitted to the SEC are also available on our website. Access to this information is free of charge to any user with internet access. Information contained on our website is not part of this proxy statement.

Address of the
Corporate Secretary:
Exelon Corporation
Attn: Thomas S. O’Neill, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
10 South Dearborn Street
P.O. Box 805398
Chicago, Illinois 60680-5398

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I accessThe following table summarizes the Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy StatementBoard’s voting recommendations for each proposal, the vote required for each proposal to pass and the 2017 Financial Reporteffect of abstentions and uninstructed shares on the Internet?

As permitted by SEC rules, we are making this proxy statement and our annual report available to shareholders electronically via the internet atwww.proxyvote.com. On March 21, 2018, we began mailing to our shareholders a notice containing instructions on how to access this proxy statement and our annual report and how to vote online. If you received that notice, you will not receive a printed copyeach proposal. The presence of the proxy materials unless you request it by following the instructions for requesting such materials contained on the notice.

In addition, shareholders may request to receive proxy materials in printed form or electronically by email on an ongoing basis. Exelon encourages shareholders to take advantageholders of a majority of the availabilityoutstanding shares of the proxy materials on the internet in order to save Exelon the cost of producing and mailing documents to you, reduce the amount of mail you receive and help preserve resources.

Shareholders of record: If you vote on the internet atwww.proxyvote.com, simply follow the prompts for enrolling in the electronic delivery service.

Beneficial owners: You also may be able to receive copies of these documents electronically. Please check the information provided in the proxy materials sent to you by your bank, broker or other holder of record regarding the availability of this service.

Do I need a ticket to attend the Annual Meeting?

You will need an admission ticket or proof of ownership to enter the annual meeting.

If you are a shareholder of record, the bottom half of your proxy card will serve as your admission ticket.

If your shares are held in the name of a bank, broker, or other holder of record and you plan to attend the meeting, you must present proof of your ownership of Exeloncommon stock as you enter the meeting, such as a bank or brokerage account statement. If you would rather have an admission ticket, you can obtain one in advance by mailing a written request, along with proof of your ownership of Exelon stock, to:

Annual Meeting Admission Tickets c/o Thomas S. O’Neill, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Exelon Corporation, 10 South Dearborn Street, P.O. Box 805398 Chicago, Illinois 60680-5398.

Shareholders also must present a form of personal photo identification in order to be admitted into the meeting.

No cameras, audio or video recording equipment, similar electronic devices, large bags, briefcases or packages will be permitted into the meeting or adjacent areas. Cell phones and similar wireless communication devices will be permitted in the meeting only if turned off. All items brought into the meeting will be subject to search.

Who is entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting?annual meeting, in person or represented by proxy, is necessary to constitute a quorum.

ItemBoard
Recommendation
Voting StandardAbstentionsBroker
Non-Votes
Item 1– Election of 12 DirectorsFORMajority of votes cast for each DirectorNo EffectNo Effect
Item 2– Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Exelon’s Independent Auditor for 2020FORMajority of votes castNo EffectDiscretionary Voting Permitted(1)
Item 3– Advisory Vote to approve Executive Compensation (Say-on-Pay)FORMajority of votes castNo EffectNo Effect
Item 4– Approve Exelon 2020 Long-Term Incentive PlanFORMajority of votes castNo EffectNo Effect
(1)Brokers and banks have discretionary authority to vote shares in the absence of instructions on matters considered “routine,” such as the ratification of the appointment of the auditors. They do not have discretionary authority to vote shares in the absence of instructions on “non-routine” matters, such as the election of directors, say-on-pay, and approval of the equity plan. Broker non-votes will not be counted as shares entitled to vote on any of the foregoing non-routine matters and will have no impact on the vote’s outcome.

Q: Who is entitled to vote?

Holders of Exelon common stock as of 5:00 p.m. New York Time on March 2, 20182020 are entitled to receive notice of the annual meeting and to vote their shares at the meeting. As of that date, there were 964,986,919 shares of common stock outstanding and entitled to vote.shares. Each share of common stock is entitled to one vote on each matter properly brought before the meeting.matter.

What is the difference between holding shares as a shareholder of record and as a beneficial owner?

If your shares are registered directly in your name with Exelon’s transfer agent, EQ (formerly Wells Fargo Shareowner Services), you are the “shareholder of record” of those shares. This Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy Statement and accompanying documents have been provided directly to you by Exelon.

If your shares are held in a stock brokerage account or by a bank or other holder of record, you are considered the “beneficial owner” of those shares. This Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy Statement and the accompanying documents have been forwarded to you by your broker, bank or other holder of record. As the beneficial owner, you have the right to direct your broker, bank or other holder of record how to vote your shares by using the voting instruction card or by following their instructions for voting by telephone or on the internet.

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Q: How do I vote?

Your vote is important. We encourage you to vote promptly. Internet and telephone voting are available through 11:59 p.m.Easternp.m. Eastern Time on April 30, 2018.27, 2020. You may vote in the following ways:

By InternetInternet.

By Telephone

By Mail

At the Annual Meeting

If you have internet access, you may vote by internet. You will need the control number included on your Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials, proxy card or voting instruction form (VIF)(“VIF”), as applicable. You may vote in a secure manner atwww.proxyvote.com24 hours a day. You will be able to confirm that the system has properly recorded your votes, and you do not need to return your proxy card or VIF.

By Telephone.If you are located in the United StatesU.S. or Canada, you can vote by calling the toll-free telephone number (1-800-690-6903)(1-800-690-6903) and following the recorded instructions. You will need the control number included on your Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials, proxy card or VIF, as applicable. You may vote by telephone 24 hours a day. The telephone voting system has easy-to-follow instructions and allows you to confirm that the system has properly recorded your votes. If you vote by telephone, you do not need to return your proxy card or your VIF.

By Mail.If you are a holder of record and received a full paper set of materials, you can vote by marking, dating and signing your proxy card and returning it by mail in the postage-paid envelope provided. If you are a beneficial holder of shares held of record by a bank or broker or other street name, please complete and mail the VIF provided by the holder of record.

At the Annual Meeting.If you are a shareholder of record and attend the annual meeting in person, you may use a ballot provided at the meeting to cast your vote. If you are a beneficial owner, you will need to have a legal proxy from your broker, bank or other holder of record in order to vote by ballot at the meeting.

May I revoke a proxy?

Yes. You may revoke a proxy at any time before the proxy is exercised by filing with the Corporate Secretary a notice of revocation, or by submitting a later-dated proxy by mail, telephone or electronically through the Internet. You may also revoke your proxy by attending the annual meeting and voting in person.

What is householding and how does it affect me?

Exelon has adopted a procedure approved by the SEC called “householding.” Under this procedure, shareholders of record who have the same address and last name and do not participate in electronic delivery of proxy materials will receive only one copy of this Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy Statement and the 2017 Annual Report, unless we are notified that one or more of these shareholders wishes to continue receiving individual copies. This procedure will reduce our printing costs and postage fees. Shareholders who receive proxy materials in paper form will continue to receive separate proxy cards/voting instruction forms to vote their shares. Shareholders who receive the Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials will receive instructions on submitting their proxy cards/voting instruction form via the internet.

If you would like to change your householding election, request that a single copy of the proxy materials be sent to your address, or request a separate copy of the proxy materials, please contact our distribution agent, Broadridge Financial Solutions, by calling (800) 542-1061 or by writing to Broadridge Householding Department, 51 Mercedes Way, Edgewood, NY 11717. We will promptly deliver the proxy materials to you upon receipt of your request. If you hold your shares in street name, please contact your bank, broker, or other record holder to request information about householding.

If you receive more than one proxy card/voting instruction form, your shares probably are registered in more than one account or you may hold shares both as a registered shareholder and through the Exelon 401(k) Savings Plan. You should vote each proxy card/voting instruction form you receive.

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WhatQ: Can I change my vote?

Yes. If you are a holder of record, you may change your vote by submitting a subsequent proxy, by written request received by the voting requirementsCorporate Secretary prior to elect the Directors and to approve each of the proposals discussed in the Proxy Statement?

The presence of the holders of a majority of the outstanding shares of common stock entitled to vote at the annual meeting in person or represented by proxy, is necessary to constitute a quorum.

Election of Directors: Majority Vote Policy

Under our bylaws, Directors must be elected by a majority of votes cast in uncontested elections. This means that the number of votes cast “for” a Director nominee must exceed the number of votes cast “against” the nominee. An abstention will have no effect on the outcome of the vote because an abstention does not count as a vote cast. In contested elections, the vote standard would be a plurality of votes cast, in which case a withhold vote would have no effect on the vote’s outcome. In either case, broker non-votes will have no effect on the outcome of the vote because they are not considered votes cast.

Our bylaws provide that, in an uncontested election, each Director nominee must submit to the Board before the annual meeting a letter of resignation that becomes effective only if the Director fails to receive a majority of the votes cast at the annual meeting. The resignation of a Director nominee who is not an incumbent Director is automatically accepted by the Board. The resignation of an incumbent Director is tendered to the independent Directors of the Board for a determination of whether or not to accept the resignation. The Board’s decision and the basis for the decision would be disclosed within 90 days following the certification of the final vote results.

Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers as Independent Auditor

The appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) as Exelon Corporation’s independent auditor requires an affirmative vote of a majority of shares of common stock represented atattending the annual meeting and entitledvoting your shares. If your shares are held through a broker, bank or other nominee, you must follow the instructions of your broker, bank or other nominee to revoke your voting instructions.

Q: What is the difference between holding shares as a “shareholder of record” and as a “beneficial owner”?

If your shares are registered directly in your name with Exelon’s transfer agent, EQ, you are the “shareholder of record” of those shares. This Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy Statement and accompanying documents have been provided directly to you by Exelon.

If your shares are held in a stock brokerage account or by a bank or other holder of record, you are considered the “beneficial owner” of those shares. This Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy Statement and the accompanying documents have been forwarded to you by your broker, bank or other holder of record. As the beneficial owner, you have the right to direct your broker, bank or other holder of record how to vote thereonyour shares by using the voting instruction card or by following their instructions for voting by telephone or on the internet.

Q: Can I attend the Annual Meeting? What do I need to gain admission to the Annual Meeting?

Shareholders need to bringphoto identification, such as a driver’s license, andproof of stock ownershipto gain admission to the annual meeting.

Shareholders of record: The bottom half of your proxy card is your proof of stock ownership.

Beneficial owners: If your shares are held in the name of a bank, broker, or other holder of record (i.e. held in street name) and you plan to attend the meeting, you must present proof of your ownership of Exelon stock as you enter the meeting, such as a bank or brokerage account statement.

If you would rather have an admission ticket, you can obtain one in advance by mailing a written request, along with proof of your ownership of Exelon stock, to Annual Meeting Admission Tickets c/o the Corporate Secretary at the address listed on page 78.

Cameras, audio or video recording equipment, similar electronic devices, weapons, large bags, briefcases or packages willNOTbe permitted into the meeting or adjacent areas. Cell phones and similar wireless communication devices will be permitted in the meeting only if turned off. All items brought into the meeting will be subject to search.

Q: Can I access the Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy Statement and the 2019 Financial Report on the internet?

As permitted by SEC rules, we are making this proxy statement and our annual report available to shareholders electronically via the internet atwww.proxyvote.com. On March 18, 2020, we began mailing to our shareholders a notice containing instructions on how to access this proxy statement and our annual report and how to vote online. If you received that notice, you will not receive a printed copy of the proxy materials unless you request it by following the instructions for requesting such materials contained on the notice. In addition, shareholders may request to receive proxy materials in printed form or electronically by email on an ongoing basis. Exelon encourages shareholders to take advantage of the availability of the proxy materials on the internet in order to save Exelon the cost of producing and mailing documents to you, reduce the amount of mail you receive and help preserve resources.

Shareholders of record: If you vote on the internet atwww.proxyvote.com, simply follow the prompts for enrolling in the electronic delivery service.

Beneficial owners: You also may be adopted. An abstention willable to receive copies of these documents electronically. Please check the information provided in the proxy materials sent to you by your bank, broker or other holder of record regarding the availability of this service.

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Q: What is householding and how does it affect me?

Shareholders of record who have the effectsame address and last name may receive only one copy of this Notice of Annual Meeting and Proxy Statement and the 2019 Annual Report, unless we are notified that one or more of these shareholders wishes to continue receiving individual copies. This procedure will reduce our printing costs and postage fees. Shareholders who receive proxy materials in paper form will continue to receive separate proxy cards/voting instruction forms to vote their shares. Shareholders who receive the Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials will receive instructions on submitting their proxy cards/voting instruction form via the internet.

If you would like to change your householding election, request that a vote “against” the ratificationsingle copy of the independent auditor.proxy materials be sent to your address, or request a separate copy of the proxy materials, please contact our distribution agent, Broadridge Financial Solutions, by writing to Broadridge, Householding Department, 51 Mercedes Way, Edgewood, New York 11717 or calling 1-866-540-7095. If shareholders do not ratifyyou hold your shares in street name, please contact your bank, broker, or other record holder to request information about householding.

If you receive more than one proxy card/voting instruction form, your shares probably are registered in more than one account or you may hold shares both as a registered shareholder and through the appointment of PwC, the Audit Committee will reconsider the appointment.Exelon 401(k) Savings Plan. You should vote each proxy card/voting instruction form you receive.

Executive Compensation

Under our bylaws, whenever any corporate action is to be taken by vote of the shareholders, it shall be authorized upon receiving an affirmative vote of a majority of the votes cast by all shareholders entitled to vote thereon, and abstentions will have the effect of a vote “against” the action. However, the vote on executive compensation is advisory and is not binding on the Company, the Board of Directors, or the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee in any way, as provided by law. Our Board and the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee will review the results of the vote and input from shareholders and will take them into account in making a determination concerning executive compensation consistent with our record of shareowner engagement.

Q: Could other matters be decided at the Annual Meeting?

As of the date this proxy statement went to press, we knew of no matters to be raised at the annual meeting other than those referred to in this proxy statement.

Q: Who will count the votes?

Representatives of Broadridge Financial Communications and Exelon’s Office of Corporate Governance will tabulate the votes and act as inspectors of the election.

Q: Where can I find the voting results?

We will report the voting results in a Form 8-K to be filed with the SEC within four business days following the end of our annual meeting.

Q: Who will pay for the cost of this proxy solicitation?

Exelon will pay the cost of soliciting proxies. Proxies may be solicited on our behalf by Directors, officers or employees in person or by telephone, electronic transmission and facsimile transmission. We have hired Alliance AdvisorsMorrow Sodali to distribute and solicit proxies. We will pay Alliance AdvisorsMorrow Sodali LLC a fee of $15,000$20,000 plus reasonable expenses for these services.

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Exelon Corporation 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan

(Effective [April 28, 2020])

I.INTRODUCTION
1.1Purposes. The purposes of the Exelon Corporation 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan (this “Plan”) are (i) to align the interests of the Company’s stockholders and recipients of awards under this Plan by increasing the proprietary interest of such recipients in the growth and success of the Company and its Subsidiaries with which such recipients are employed, (ii) to advance the interests of the Company and its Subsidiaries by attracting and retaining Employees and Non-Employee Directors and (iii) to motivate such persons to act in the long-term best interests of the Company and its Subsidiaries, and the stockholders of the Company.
1.2Certain Definitions.

Affiliate” means any Person (including a Subsidiary) that directly or indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with, the Company. For purposes of this definition the term “control” with respect to any Person means the power to direct or cause the direction of management or policies of such Person, directly or indirectly, whether through the ownership of Voting Securities, by contract or otherwise.

Award Terms” means a written award instrument between the Company and the recipient of an award and/or an award program document that has been communicated to recipients of awards, in each case which sets forth the terms of the award granted under the Plan.

Beneficial Owner” means such term as defined in Rule 13d-3 under the Exchange Act.

Board” means the Board of Directors of the Company.

Cause” means (a) with respect to an Employee whose position is at least salary band E09 (or its equivalent), the meaning of such term as defined in the Exelon Corporation Senior Management Severance Plan as in effect from time to time, or any successor plan or arrangement thereto, or (b) with respect to any other Employee, the meaning of such term as defined in the Exelon Corporation Severance Benefit Plan as in effect from time to time, or any successor plan thereto, regardless of whether such Employee is eligible to participate in such plan.

Change in Control” has the meaning set forth in Section 6.8(b).

Code” means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.

Committee” means (i) in the case of awards granted to Employees, the Compensation and Leadership Development Committee of the Board (or any successor committee thereto) and (ii) in the case of awards granted to Non-Employee Directors, the Corporate Governance Committee of the Board (or any successor committee thereto);provided that in either case the Board may appoint another committee consisting of two or more members of the Board, each of whom may be (i) a “Non-Employee Director” within the meaning of Rule 16b-3 under the Exchange Act, and (ii) “independent” within the meaning of the rules of the principal national stock exchange on which the Common Stock is traded. References in the Plan to the “Committee” shall include any officer of the Company to whom the Committee has delegated its authority pursuant to Section 1.3(d).

Common Stock” means the common stock, without par value, of the Company.

Company” means Exelon Corporation, a Pennsylvania corporation, or any successor thereto.

Company Plan” has the meaning set forth in Section 6.8(b)(i).

Corporate Transaction” has the meaning set forth in Section 6.8(a).

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Deferred Stock Unit” means a right to receive as of a designated future date one share of Common Stock or, in lieu thereof, the Fair Market Value of such share of Common Stock in cash, which is not subject to a Restriction Period or other vesting conditions.

Deferred Stock Unit Award” means an award of Deferred Stock Units under this Plan.

Disability” has the meaning specified in any long term disability plan maintained by the Company in which an Employee is eligible to participate;provided that a Disability shall not be deemed to have occurred until the Company and the Subsidiaries have terminated such Participant’s employment in connection with such disability, and the Participant has commenced the receipt of long-term disability benefits under such plan. If an Employee is not eligible to participate in a long-term disability plan maintained by the Company, then Disability means a termination of such Participant’s employment by the Company and the Subsidiaries due to the inability of such Participant to perform the essential functions such Participant’s position, with or without reasonable accommodation, for a continuous period of at least twelve months, as determined solely by the Committee.

Dividend Equivalent” means an amount equal to the amount of dividends that would be paid on the number of shares of Common Stock subject to a Stock Award or Deferred Stock Unit Award (but not an Option or SAR) if such shares were issued and outstanding. Dividend Equivalents earned with respect to an award granted pursuant to this Plan shall become earned, vested and payable only if and to the extent the underlying award becomes earned, vested and payable.

Employee” means any common law employee of the Company or a Subsidiary;provided that the term “Employee” shall not include any person rendering services under an arrangement designating him or her as an independent contractor, leased employee, temporary employee, consultant or a person otherwise designated by the Committee, the Company or a Subsidiary at the time of hire or such later time as not eligible to participate in or receive benefits under the Plan or not on such entity’s payroll, even if such ineligible person is subsequently determined to be a common law employee of the Company or a Subsidiary or otherwise an employee by any governmental or judicial authority. Unless otherwise determined by the Committee in its sole and absolute discretion, for purposes of the Plan, an Employee shall be considered to have terminated employment and to have ceased to be an Employee if his or her employer ceases to be a Subsidiary, even if he or she continues to be employed by such employer.

Exchange Act” means the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

Fair Market Value” means the closing market price of a share of Common Stock as reported on the principal national stock exchange on which the Common Stock is traded on the date as of which such value is being determined or, if there shall be no reported transactions for such date, on the next preceding date for which transactions were reported;provided,however, that the Company may in its discretion use the closing market price of a share of Common Stock on the day preceding the date as of which such value is being determined to the extent the Committee determines such method is more practical for administrative purposes, such as for purposes of tax withholding. If the Common Stock is not listed on a national stock exchange or if Fair Market Value for any date cannot be so determined, Fair Market Value shall be determined by the Committee by whatever means or method as the Committee, in the good faith exercise of its discretion, shall at such time deem appropriate and in accordance with Section 409A of the Code.

Free-Standing SAR” means an SAR which is not granted in tandem with, or by reference to, an Option, which entitles the holder thereof to receive, upon exercise, shares of Common Stock (which may be Restricted Stock), cash or a combination thereof with an aggregate value equal to the excess of the Fair Market Value of one share of Common Stock on the date of exercise over the base price of such SAR, multiplied by the number of such SARs which are exercised.

Incentive Stock Option” means an Option that is intended to meet the requirements of Section 422 of the Code, or any successor provision.

Incumbent Board” has the meaning set forth in Section 6.8(b)(ii).

Non-Employee Director” means any director of the Company who is not an Employee of the Company or any Subsidiary.

Nonqualified Stock Option” means an Option which is not intended to be an Incentive Stock Option or an Incentive Stock Option that has been disqualified.

Option” means a right granted to a Participant under the Plan allowing such Participant to purchase shares of Common Stock at such price(s) and during such period(s) as the Committee shall determine, which may be an Incentive Stock Option or a Nonqualified Stock Option.

Participant” means an Employee or a Non-Employee Director who is selected by the Committee or its delegate from time to time in its sole discretion to receive an award under the Plan.

Performance Measures” means the criteria and objectives, established by the Committee, which shall be satisfied or met (i) as a condition to the grant or exercisability of all or a portion of an Option or SAR or (ii) during the applicable Restriction Period or Performance Period as a condition to the vesting of the Participant’s interest,

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in the case of a Restricted Stock Award, of the shares of Common Stock subject to such award, or, in the case of a Restricted Stock Unit Award or Performance Unit Award, to the Participant’s receipt of the shares of Common Stock subject to such award or of payment with respect to such award. Such criteria and objectives may include, without limitation, one or more of the following measures, each of which may be based on absolute standards or peer industry group comparatives and may be applied at various organizational levels (e.g., corporate, business unit, division): (1) cumulative shareholder value added (SVA), (2) customer satisfaction, (3) revenue, (4) primary or fully-diluted earnings per share of Common Stock, (5) net income, (6) total shareholder return, (7) earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT), (8) cash flow, including operating cash flows, free cash flow, discounted cash flow return on investment and cash flow in excess of cost of capital, or any combination thereof, (9) economic value added, (10) return on equity, (11) return on capital, (12) return on assets, (13) net operating profits after taxes, (14) stock price increase, (15) return on sales, (16) debt to equity ratio, (17) payout ratio, (18) asset turnover, (19) ratio of share price to book value of shares, (20) price/earnings ratio, (21) employee satisfaction, (22) diversity, (23) market share, (24) operating income, (25) pre-tax income, (26) safety, (27) diversification of business opportunities, (28) expense ratios, (29) total expenditures, (30) completion of key projects, (31) dividend payout as percentage of net income, (32) earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA), or (33) any individual performance objective related to the Company, any Subsidiary or the Company’s or Subsidiary’s business. Such individual performance measures related to the Company, a Subsidiary or the Company’s or Subsidiary’s business may include, without limitation: (A) production-related factors such as generating capacity factor, performance against the INPO index, generating equivalent availability, heat rates and production cost, (B) transmission and distribution-related factors such as customer satisfaction, reliability (based on outage frequency and duration), and cost, (C) customer service-related factors such as customer satisfaction, service levels and responsiveness and bad debt collections or losses, and (D) relative performance against other similar companies in targeted areas. The measures may be weighted differently for Participants based on their management level and the extent to which their responsibilities are primarily corporate or business unit-related, and may be based in whole or in part on the performance of the Company, a Subsidiary, division and/or other operational unit under one or more of such measures. The Committee, in its sole discretion, may amend or adjust the Performance Measures or other terms and conditions of an outstanding award in recognition of unusual or nonrecurring events affecting the Company or its financial statements or changes in law or accounting principles.

AppendixPerformance Period” means any period designated by the Committee during which (i) the Performance Measures applicable to an award shall be measured and (ii) the conditions to vesting applicable to an award shall remain in effect.

Performance Share Award” means an award of Performance Shares under this Plan.

Performance Share” means a means a right to receive, contingent upon the attainment of specified Performance Measures within a specified Performance Period and the expiration of any applicable Restriction Period, one share of Common Stock or, in lieu thereof, the Fair Market Value of such share of Common Stock in cash.

Performance Unit” means a right to receive, contingent upon the attainment of specified Performance Measures within a specified Performance Period and the expiration of any applicable Restriction Period, a specified cash amount or, in lieu thereof, shares of Common Stock having a Fair Market Value equal to such cash amount.

Performance Unit Award” means an award of Performance Units under this Plan.

Person” means any individual, sole proprietorship, partnership, joint venture, limited liability company, trust, unincorporated organization, association, corporation, institution, public benefit corporation, entity or government instrumentality, division, agency, body or department.

Plan” has the meaning set forth in Section 1.1.

Prior Plan” means the Exelon Corporation 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan, as amended.

Restricted Stock” means shares of Common Stock which are subject to a Restriction Period and which may, in addition thereto, be subject to the attainment of specified Performance Measures within a specified Performance Period.

Restricted Stock Award” means an award of Restricted Stock under this Plan.

Restricted Stock Unit” means a right to receive one share of Common Stock or, in lieu thereof, the Fair Market Value of such share of Common Stock in cash, which shall be contingent upon the expiration of a specified Restriction Period and which may, in addition thereto, be contingent upon the attainment of specified Performance Measures within a specified Performance Period.

Restricted Stock Unit Award” means an award of Restricted Stock Units under this Plan.

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Restriction Period” means any period designated by the Committee during which (i) the Common Stock subject to a Restricted Stock Award may not be sold, transferred, assigned, pledged, hypothecated or otherwise encumbered or disposed of, except as provided in this Plan or the Award Terms relating to such award, or (ii) the conditions to vesting applicable to a Restricted Stock Unit Award shall remain in effect.

Restrictive Covenant” has the meaning set forth in Section 2.4(f).

Retirement” means the retirement of an Employee from employment with the Company and the Subsidiaries on or after attaining at least age 55 and completing at least ten years of service with the Company and the Subsidiaries.

SAR” means a stock appreciation right, which may be a Free-Standing SAR or a Tandem SAR.

SEC Person” means any person (as such term is used in Rule 13d-5 under the Exchange Act) or group (as such term is defined in Sections 3(a)(9) and 13(d)(3) of the Exchange Act), other than (i) the Company or an Affiliate, or (ii) any employee benefit plan (or any related trust) of the Company or any of its Affiliates.

Stock Award” means a Restricted Stock Award, a Restricted Stock Unit Award, or a Performance Share Award.

Subsidiary” means any corporation, limited liability company, partnership, joint venture or similar entity in which the Company owns, directly or indirectly, an equity interest possessing more than 50% of the combined voting power of the total outstanding equity interests of such entity.

Tandem SAR” means an SAR which is granted in tandem with, or by reference to, an Option (including a Nonqualified Stock Option granted prior to the date of grant of the SAR), which entitles the holder thereof to receive, upon exercise of such SAR and surrender for cancellation of all or a portion of such Option, shares of Common Stock (which may be Restricted Stock), cash or a combination thereof with an aggregate value equal to the excess of the Fair Market Value of one share of Common Stock on the date of exercise over the base price of such SAR, multiplied by the number of shares of Common Stock subject to such Option, or portion thereof, which is surrendered.

Tax Date” has the meaning set forth in Section 6.5.

Voting Securities” means with respect to a corporation, securities of such corporation that are entitled to vote generally in the election of directors of such corporation.

10% Holder” has the meaning set forth in Section 2.2(a).

20% Owner” has the meaning set forth in Section 6.8(b)(i).

1.3Administration.
(a)Awards to Employees. Awards granted to Employees under this Plan shall be administered by the Committee. Any one or a combination of the following awards may be granted under this Plan to eligible Employee Participants: (i) Options, (ii) SARs, (iii) Stock Awards, (iv) Performance Units and (v) Deferred Stock Units. Such Committee shall, subject to the terms of this Plan, determine eligible persons for participation in this Plan and determine the form, amount and timing of each award to such persons and, if applicable, the number of shares of Common Stock, the number of SARs, the number of Restricted Stock Units, the number of Deferred Stock Units and the number of Performance Units subject to such an award, the exercise price or base price associated with the award, the time and conditions of exercise or settlement of the award and all other terms and conditions of the award, including, without limitation, the form of the Award Terms evidencing the award.
(b)Awards to Non-Employee Directors. Awards granted to Non-Employee Directors under this Plan shall be administered by the Committee. Any one or a combination of the following awards may be granted under this Plan to Non-Employee Directors: (i) Options in the form of Nonqualified Stock Options, (ii) SARs, (iii) Stock Awards, (iv) Performance Units and (v) Deferred Stock Units. Such Committee shall, subject to the terms of this Plan, determine the form, amount and timing of each award to such persons and, if applicable, the number of shares of Common Stock, the number of SARs, the number of Restricted Stock Units, the number of Deferred Stock Units and the number of Performance Units subject to such an award, the exercise price or base price associated with the award, the time and conditions of exercise or settlement of the award and all other terms and conditions of the award, including, without limitation, the form of the Award Terms evidencing the award.
(c)Acceleration or Modification of Awards. The Committee may, in its sole discretion and for any reason at any time, take action such that (i) any or all outstanding Options and SARs shall become exercisable in part or in full, (ii) all or a portion of the Restriction Period applicable to any outstanding Restricted Stock or Restricted Stock Units shall lapse, (iii) all or a portion of the Performance Period applicable to any outstanding Performance Share Award or Performance Units shall lapse and (iv) the Performance Measures (if any) applicable to any outstanding award shall be deemed to be satisfied at the target or any other level not exceeding the maximum allowable under its terms. The Committee shall, subject to the terms of this Plan, interpret this Plan and the application thereof, establish rules and regulations it deems necessary or desirable for the administration of this Plan and may impose, incidental to the grant of an award, conditions with respect to the award, such as limiting competitive employment or other activities. All such interpretations, rules, regulations and conditions shall be conclusive and binding on all parties.

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(d)Delegation Authority. The Committee may delegate some or all of its power and authority hereunder to the Board or, with respect to awards granted to Employees and subject to applicable law, to the Chief Executive Officer or other officer of the Company as the Committee deems appropriate;provided,however, that (i) the Committee may not delegate its power and authority to the Chief Executive Officer or other officer of the Company with regard to the selection for participation in this Plan of an officer or other person subject to Section 16 of the Exchange Act, or decisions concerning the timing, pricing or amount of an award to such an officer, director or other person and (ii) the awards granted by the Chief Executive Officer or other officer pursuant to such delegation shall not exceed the limits set forth in Section 1.6(a) and 1.6(b).
(e)No Liability. No member of the Board or Committee, and neither the Chief Executive Officer nor any other officer to whom the Committee delegates any of its power and authority hereunder, shall be liable for any act, omission, interpretation, construction or determination made in connection with this Plan in good faith, and the members of the Board and the Committee and the Chief Executive Officer or other officer shall be entitled to indemnification and reimbursement by the Company in respect of any claim, loss, damage or expense (including attorneys’ fees) arising therefrom to the full extent permitted by law (except as otherwise may be provided in the Company’s Articles of Incorporation and/or Bylaws) and under any directors’ and officers’ liability insurance that may be in effect from time to time.
(f)Quorum. A majority of the Committee shall constitute a quorum. The acts of the Committee shall be either (i) acts of a majority of the members of the Committee present at any meeting at which a quorum is present or (ii) acts approved in writing by all of the members of the Committee without a meeting.
1.4Eligibility. Participants in this Plan shall consist of such Employees, Non-Employee Directors and persons expected to become Employees or Non-Employee Directors as the Committee in its sole discretion may select from time to time and subject to any such additional conditions as the Company may require from time to time (including, but not limited to, with respect to Employees, execution of Restrictive Covenants). The Committee’s selection of a person to participate in this Plan at any time shall not require the Committee to select such person to participate in this Plan at any other time. For purposes of this Plan, references to employment by the Company shall also mean employment by a Subsidiary.
1.5Shares Available.
(a)Subject to adjustment as provided in Section 6.7, the aggregate number of shares of Common Stock available for all awards granted under the Plan shall be the sum of (i) twenty one million nine hundred thousand (21,900,000), plus (ii) the number of shares of Common Stock which as of the effective date of this Plan remain available for future awards pursuant to Section 1.5 of the Prior Plan, reduced by (iii) the sum of the aggregate number of shares of Common Stock which become subject to outstanding Options, outstanding Free-Standing SARs and outstanding Stock Awards and Deferred Stock Units granted under the Plan and shares of Common Stock delivered upon the settlement of Performance Units granted under the Plan.
(b)To the extent that shares of Common Stock subject to an outstanding award granted under the Plan or any predecessor plan are not issued or delivered by reason of (i) the expiration, termination, cancellation or forfeiture of such award (excluding shares subject to an option cancelled upon settlement in shares of a related tandem SAR or shares subject to a tandem SAR cancelled upon exercise of a related option) or (ii) the settlement of such award in cash, then such shares of Common Stock shall again be available under this Plan. In addition, shares of Common Stock that are tendered or withheld to satisfy any tax withholding obligations with respect to an award granted under this Plan, other than an option or a stock appreciation right, shall increase the number of shares available for future grants under this Plan. For the avoidance of doubt, the following shares of Common Stock shall not become available again for future grants under this Plan: (i) any shares that are withheld by the Company or tendered by a Participant (by actual delivery or attestation) on or after the effective date of this Plan to pay the exercise price of an Option or to satisfy tax withholding obligations with respect to an Option or SAR; and (ii) any shares that were subject to a stock-settled SAR that were not issued upon its exercise; and (iii) any shares that were purchased by the Company on the open market with the proceeds from the exercise of an Option on or after the effective date of this Plan. Shares of Common Stock to be delivered under this Plan shall be made available from authorized and unissued shares of Common Stock, or authorized and issued shares of Common Stock reacquired and held as treasury shares or otherwise or a combination thereof.
1.6Award Limits.
(a)Subject to adjustment as provided in Section 6.7, the number of shares of Common Stock subject to Options and SARs granted in any single year by the Chief Executive Officer or other officer of the Company, pursuant to a delegation by the Committee in accordance with Section 1.3(d) of this Plan, shall not exceed 1,200,000 in the aggregate or 40,000 with respect to any individual Employee.

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(b)Subject to adjustment as provided in Section 6.7, the number of shares of Common Stock subject to Stock Awards, Performance Units and Deferred Stock Unit Awards granted in any single year by the Chief Executive Officer or other officer of the Company, pursuant to a delegation by the Committee in accordance with Section 1.3(d) of this Plan, shall not exceed 600,000 in the aggregate or 20,000 with respect to any individual Employee.
(c)The aggregate value of cash compensation and the grant date fair value of equity-based compensation awards that may be granted in any single year to any Non-Employee Director, as determined under applicable accounting standards used by the Company, shall not exceed $600,000, or $900,000 for any Non-Employee Director serving as independent chair of the Board.
1.7Minimum Vesting Requirements.All awards granted under the Plan shall be granted subject to a minimum Restriction Period of at least twelve (12) months, such that no such awards shall vest or otherwise become exercisable in whole or in part prior to the first anniversary of the applicable grant date;provided,however, the Committee may grant any such awards without regard to the foregoing minimum vesting requirement with respect to a maximum of five percent (5%) of the shares of Common Stock initially reserved for issuance under the Plan. This Section 1.7 shall not restrict the right of the Committee to accelerate or continue the vesting or exercisability of an award upon or after a Change in Control or termination of employment or service or otherwise pursuant to Section 1.3(c) of the Plan.
1.8Clawback. All awards granted under the Plan shall be subject to the Company’s policies on the clawback or recoupment of gains realized from any awards as may be in effect from time to time.
II.STOCK OPTIONS AND STOCK APPRECIATION RIGHTS
2.1Stock Options. The Committee may grant Options to purchase shares of Common Stock to any Participant;provided,however, that Incentive Stock Options may only be granted to Employees. Each Option, or portion thereof, that is not an Incentive Stock Option, shall be a Nonqualified Stock Option. Each Option shall be granted within 10 years after the date on which this Plan is approved by the Board. To the extent that the aggregate grant date Fair Market Value of shares of Common Stock with respect to which Options designated as Incentive Stock Options are exercisable for the first time by a Participant during any calendar year (under this Plan or any other plan of the Company, or any parent or Subsidiary) exceeds the amount (currently $100,000) established by the Code, such Options shall constitute Nonqualified Stock Options.
2.2Terms. Options shall be subject to the following terms and conditions and shall contain such additional terms and conditions, not inconsistent with the terms of this Plan, as the Committee shall deem advisable:
(a)Number of Shares and Purchase Price. The number of shares of Common Stock subject to an Option and the purchase price per share of Common Stock purchasable upon exercise of the Option shall be determined by the Committee;provided,however, that the purchase price shall not be less than 100% of the Fair Market Value of a share of Common Stock on the date of grant of such Option;providedfurther, that if an Incentive Stock Option shall be granted to any person who, at the time such Option is granted, owns capital stock possessing more than 10% of the total combined voting power of all classes of capital stock of the Company (or of any parent or Subsidiary) (a “10% Holder”), the purchase price per share of Common Stock shall not be less than the price (currently 110% of Fair Market Value) required by the Code in order to constitute an Incentive Stock Option.
(b)Option Period and Exercisability. Subject to Section 1.7, the period during which an Option may be exercised shall be determined by the Committee;provided,however, that no Option shall be exercised later than 10 years after its date of grant;providedfurther, that if an Incentive Stock Option shall be granted to a 10% Holder, such Option shall not be exercised later than five years after its date of grant. The Committee may, in its discretion, determine that an Option is to be granted with applicable Performance Period and Performance Measures which shall be satisfied or met as a condition to the grant of such Option or to the exercisability of all or a portion of such Option. The Committee shall determine whether an Option shall become exercisable in cumulative or non-cumulative installments and in part or in full at any time. An exercisable Option, or portion thereof, may be exercised only with respect to whole shares of Common Stock.
(c)Method of Exercise. An Option may be exercised (i) by giving notice to the Company or its representative, or by using other methods of notice as the Committee shall adopt, specifying the number of whole shares of Common Stock to be purchased and accompanying such notice with payment therefor in full, and without any extension of credit, either (A) in cash, (B) by delivery (either actual delivery or by attestation procedures established by the Company) to the Company of previously owned whole shares of Common Stock having a Fair Market Value, determined as of the date of exercise, equal to the aggregate purchase price payable by reason of such exercise, (C) authorizing the Company to withhold whole shares of Common Stock which would otherwise be delivered having an aggregate Fair Market Value, determined as of the date of exercise, equal to the amount necessary to satisfy such obligation, (D) except as

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may be prohibited by applicable law, in cash by a broker-dealer acceptable to the Company to whom the optionee has submitted an irrevocable notice of exercise or (E) a combination of (A), (B) and (C), in each case to the extent set forth in the Award Terms relating to the Option, (ii) if applicable, by surrendering to the Company or its representative any Tandem SARs which are cancelled by reason of the exercise of the Option and (iii) by executing such documents as the Company or its representative may reasonably request. Any fraction of a share of Common Stock which would be required to pay such purchase price shall be disregarded and the remaining amount due shall be paid in cash by the optionee. No shares of Common Stock shall be issued until the full purchase price therefor and any withholding taxes thereon, as described in Section 6.5, have been paid.
2.3Stock Appreciation Rights. The Committee may grant SARs to any Participant. The Award Terms relating to an SAR shall specify whether the SAR is a Tandem SAR or a Free-Standing SAR. SARs shall be subject to the following terms and conditions and shall contain such additional terms and conditions, not inconsistent with the terms of this Plan, as the Committee shall deem advisable:
(a)Number of SARs and Base Price. The number of SARs subject to an award shall be determined by the Committee. Any Tandem SAR related to an Incentive Stock Option shall be granted at the same time that such Incentive Stock Option is granted. The base price of a Tandem SAR shall be the purchase price per share of Common Stock of the related Option. The base price of a Free-Standing SAR shall be determined by the Committee;provided,however, that such base price shall not be less than 100% of the Fair Market Value of a share of Common Stock on the date of grant of such SAR.
(b)Exercise Period and Exercisability. The Award Terms relating to an award of SARs shall specify whether such award may be settled in shares of Common Stock (including shares of Restricted Stock) or cash or a combination thereof. The period for the exercise of an SAR shall be determined by the Committee;provided,however, that no SAR shall be exercised later than 10 years after its date of grant; andprovided,further, that no Tandem SAR shall be exercised later than the expiration, cancellation, forfeiture or other termination of the related Option. The Committee may, in its discretion, establish Performance Measures which shall be met as a condition to the grant of an SAR or to the exercisability of all or a portion of an SAR. The Committee shall determine whether an SAR may be exercised in cumulative or non-cumulative installments and in part or in full at any time. An exercisable SAR, or portion thereof, may be exercised, in the case of a Tandem SAR, only with respect to whole shares of Common Stock and, in the case of a Free-Standing SAR, only with respect to a whole number of SARs. If an SAR is exercised for shares of Restricted Stock, the shares shall be transferred to the holder in book entry form with restrictions on the Shares duly noted, and the holder of such Restricted Stock shall have such rights of a stockholder of the Company as determined pursuant to Section 3.2(e). Prior to the exercise of an SAR for shares of Common Stock, including Restricted Stock, the holder of such SAR shall have no rights as a stockholder of the Company with respect to the shares of Common Stock subject to such SAR.
(c)Method of Exercise. A Tandem SAR may be exercised (i) by giving written notice to the Company or its representative, or by using other methods of notice as the Committee shall adopt, specifying the number of whole SARs which are being exercised, (ii) by surrendering to the Company any Options which are cancelled by reason of the exercise of the Tandem SAR and (iii) by executing such documents as the Company may reasonably request. A Free-Standing SAR may be exercised (A) by giving written notice to the Company or its representative specifying the whole number of SARs which are being exercised and (B) by executing such documents as the Company may reasonably request.
2.4Termination of Employment Following Grant to Employee.
(a)Retirement or Disability. Unless otherwise specified in the Award Terms relating to an award granted to an Employee, if the holder of an Option or SAR ceases to be an Employee by reason of such holder’s Retirement or Disability, each Option and SAR held by such holder shall be fully exercisable, and may thereafter be exercised by such holder (or such holder’s legal representative or similar person) until and including the earlier to occur of (i) the date which is five years after the effective date of such holder’s termination of employment by reason of Retirement or Disability and (ii) the expiration date of the term of such Option or SAR. 
(b)Death. Unless otherwise specified in the Award Terms relating to an Option or SAR, as the case may be, if the holder of an Option or SAR ceases to be an Employee by reason of such holder’s death, each Option and SAR held by such holder shall be fully exercisable, and may thereafter be exercised by such holder’s executor, administrator, legal representative, beneficiary or similar person until and including the earlier to occur of (i) the date which is three years after the date of death and (ii) the expiration date of the term of such Option or SAR.
(c)Termination for Cause. Unless otherwise specified in the Award Terms relating to an Option or SAR, as the case may be, if the holder of an Option or SAR ceases to be an Employee due to a termination of employment by the Company for Cause, each Option and SAR held by such holder shall be cancelled and cease to be exercisable as of the effective date of such termination of employment.

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(d)Other Termination. Subject to Section 2.4(e) below and unless otherwise specified in the Award Terms relating to an Option or SAR, as the case may be, if the holder of an Option or SAR ceases to be an Employee for any reason other than as described in Section 2.4(a), Section 2.4(b) or Section 2.4(c), then each Option and SAR held by such holder shall be exercisable only to the extent that such Option or SAR is exercisable on the effective date of such holder’s termination of employment, and may thereafter be exercised by such holder (or such holder’s legal representative or similar person) until and including the earlier to occur of (i) the date which is 90 days after the effective date of such holder’s termination of employment and (ii) the expiration date of the term of such Option or SAR.
(e)Death Following Termination of Employment. Unless otherwise specified in the Award Terms relating to an Option or SAR, as the case may be, if the holder of an Option or SAR dies during the applicable post-termination exercise period described in Section 2.4(d), each Option and SAR held by such holder shall be exercisable only to the extent that such Option or SAR, as the case may be, is exercisable on the date of such holder’s death and may thereafter be exercised by the holder’s executor, administrator, legal representative, beneficiary or similar person until and including the earlier to occur of (i) the date which is one year after the date of death and (ii) the expiration date of the term of such Option or SAR.
(f)Breach of Restrictive Covenant. Notwithstanding Sections 2.4(a) through (e), if the holder of an Option or SAR breaches his or her obligations to the Company or any Subsidiary under a noncompetition, non-solicitation, confidentiality, intellectual property or other restrictive covenant (a “Restrictive Covenant”), each Option and SAR held by such holder shall be cancelled and cease to be exercisable as of the date on which the holder first breached such Restrictive Covenant, and the Company thereafter may require the repayment of any amounts received by such holder in connection with an exercise of such Option or SAR in accordance with Section 1.8.
2.5Auto-Exercise of Expiring Options.Notwithstanding the foregoing, and unless otherwise provided in the applicable Award Terms, in the event that an Option or an SAR is not exercised by the last day on which it is exercisable, and the purchase price or base price per share is below the Fair Market Value of a share of Common Stock on such date by at least a minimum amount as may be determined by the Committee or its delegate, the Option or SAR shall be deemed exercised on such date, and a number of shares of Common Stock having a Fair Market Value equal to the excess of (i) the Fair Market Value of the aggregate number of shares of Common Stock subject to such Option or SAR, to the extent vested on such date, minus (ii) the exercise price or base price and any required tax withholding and any applicable costs, shall be issued to the holder of such award.
2.6No Repricing.Unless approved by the Company’s stockholders, the Committee shall not (i) reduce the purchase price or base price of any previously granted Option or SAR, (ii) cancel any previously granted Option or SAR in exchange for another Option or SAR with a lower purchase price or base price or (iii) cancel any previously granted Option or SAR in exchange for cash or another award if the purchase price of such Option or the base price of such SAR exceeds the Fair Market Value of a share of Common Stock on the date of such cancellation, in each case, other than in connection with a Change in Control or the adjustment provisions set forth in Section 6.7.
2.7No Dividend Equivalents.Notwithstanding anything in an Award Terms to the contrary, the holder of an Option or SAR shall not be entitled to receive Dividend Equivalents with respect to the number of shares of Common Stock subject to such Option or SAR.
III.STOCK AWARDS
3.1Stock Awards. The Committee may grant Stock Awards to any Participant. The Award Terms relating to a Stock Award shall specify whether the Stock Award is a Restricted Stock Award, Restricted Stock Unit Award, or Performance Share Award. The Committee may determine that a Restricted Stock Award or Restricted Stock Unit Award is to be granted subject to performance conditions and may establish an applicable Performance Period and Performance Measures which shall be satisfied or met as a condition to the grant or vesting of all or a portion of such award.
3.2Terms of Restricted Stock Awards. Restricted Stock Awards shall be subject to the following terms and conditions and shall be subject to such additional terms and conditions, not inconsistent with the terms of this Plan, as the Committee shall deem advisable.
(a)Number of Shares and Other Terms. The Committee shall determine the number of shares of Common Stock subject to a Restricted Stock Award and the Restriction Period and Performance Measures (if any) applicable to such award.
(b)Vesting. Subject to Section 1.7, the Award Terms relating to a Restricted Stock Award shall provide, in the manner determined by the Committee and subject to the provisions of this Plan, for the vesting of the shares of Common Stock subject to such award (i) if the holder of such award remains an Employee or Non-Employee Director (as applicable) throughout the specified Restriction Period and (ii) if applicable, if specified Performance Measures are satisfied or met during a specified Performance Period.

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(c)

Forfeiture. The Award Terms relating to a Restricted Stock Award shall provide, in the manner determined by the Committee and subject to the provisions of this Plan, for the forfeiture of the shares of Common Stock subject to such award (i) if the holder of such award does not remain an Employee or Non-Employee Director (as applicable) throughout the specified Restriction Period or (ii) if applicable, if specified Performance Measures are not satisfied or met during a specified Performance Period.

(d)

Stock Issuance. During the Restriction Period, the shares underlying the Restricted Stock Award shall be held by a custodian in book entry form with the restrictions (including the terms and conditions of this Plan, and the Award Terms relating to the Restricted Stock Award) on such shares duly noted. Upon termination of any applicable Restriction Period (and the satisfaction or attainment of applicable Performance Measures), subject to the Company’s right to require payment of any taxes in accordance with Section 6.5, the restrictions shall be removed from the requisite number of any shares of Common Stock that are held in book entry form.

(e)

Rights with Respect to Restricted Stock Awards. Unless otherwise set forth in the Award Terms relating to a Restricted Stock Award, and subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Section 3.2, the holder of such award shall have all rights as a stockholder of the Company, including, but not limited to, voting rights, the right to receive dividends and the right to participate in any capital adjustment applicable to all holders of Common Stock;provided,however, that any such distribution or dividend shall be deposited with the Company and shall be subject to the same restrictions as the shares of Common Stock with respect to which such distribution or dividend was made.

3.3

Terms of Restricted Stock Unit Awards.Restricted Stock Unit Awards shall be subject to the following terms and conditions and shall contain such additional terms and conditions, not inconsistent with the terms of this Plan, as the Committee shall deem advisable.

(a)

Number of Shares and Other Terms. The Committee shall determine the number of shares of Common Stock subject to a Restricted Stock Unit Award and the Restriction Period and Performance Measures (if any) applicable to such award.

(b)

Vesting. Subject to Section 1.7, the Award Terms relating to a Restricted Stock Unit Award shall provide, in the manner determined by the Committee and subject to the provisions of this Plan, for the vesting of such Restricted Stock Unit Award (i) if the holder of such award remains an Employee or Non-Employee Director throughout the specified Restriction Period and (ii) if applicable, if specified Performance Measures are satisfied or met during a specified Performance Period.

(c)

Forfeiture. The Award Terms relating to a Restricted Stock Unit Award shall provide, in the manner determined by the Committee and subject to the provisions of this Plan, for the forfeiture of the shares of Common Stock subject to such award (x) if the holder of such award does not remain an Employee or Non-Employee Director (as applicable) throughout the specified Restriction Period or (y) if applicable, if specified Performance Measures are not satisfied or met during a specified Performance Period.

(d)

Settlement of Vested Restricted Stock Unit Awards. The Award Terms relating to a Restricted Stock Unit Award shall specify (i) whether such award may be settled in shares of Common Stock, including Restricted Stock, or cash or a combination thereof and (ii) whether the holder thereof shall be entitled to receive Dividend Equivalents and, if determined by the Committee, interest on, or the deemed reinvestment of, any deferred Dividend Equivalents, with respect to the number of shares of Common Stock subject to such award. Any Dividend Equivalents credited with respect to Restricted Stock Units shall be subject to the same restrictions that apply to such Restricted Stock Units.Prior to the settlement of a Restricted Stock Unit Award, the holder of such award shall have no rights as a stockholder of the Company with respect to the shares of Common Stock subject to such award.

(e)

Breach of Restrictive Covenant. Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this Section 3.3, if the holder of a Restricted Stock Unit Award breaches his or her obligations to the Company or any Subsidiary under a Restrictive Covenant, each Restricted Stock Unit held by such holder shall be cancelled as of the date on which the holder first breached such Restrictive Covenant, and the Company thereafter may require the repayment of any amounts received by such holder in connection with such award in accordance with Section 1.8.

3.4

Terms of Performance Share Awards.Performance Share Awards shall be subject to the following terms and conditions and shall contain such additional terms and conditions, not inconsistent with the terms of this Plan, as the Committee shall deem advisable.

(a)

Number of Shares and Other Terms. The Committee shall determine the number of shares of Common Stock subject to a Performance Share Award and the Restriction Period, the Performance Period and the Performance Measures applicable to such award.

(b)

Vesting. Subject to Section 1.7, the Award Terms relating to a Performance Share Award shall provide, in the manner determined by the Committee and subject to the provisions of this Plan, for the vesting of such Performance Share Award (i) if the holder of such award remains an Employee or Non-Employee Director throughout the specified Restriction Period and (ii) if specified Performance Measures are satisfied or met during the specified Performance Period.

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(c)

Forfeiture. The Award Terms relating to a Performance Share Award shall provide, in the manner determined by the Committee and subject to the provisions of this Plan, for the forfeiture of the shares of Common Stock subject to such award (x) if the holder of such award does not remain an Employee or Non-Employee Director (as applicable) throughout the specified Restriction Period or (y) if specified Performance Measures are not satisfied or met during the specified Performance Period.

(d)

Settlement of Vested Performance Share Awards. The Award Terms relating to a Performance Share Award shall specify (i) whether such award may be settled in shares of Common Stock, including Restricted Stock, or cash or a combination thereof and (ii) whether the holder thereof shall be entitled to receive Dividend Equivalents and, if determined by the Committee, interest on, or the deemed reinvestment of, any deferred Dividend Equivalents, with respect to the number of shares of Common Stock subject to such award. Any Dividend Equivalents credited with respect to Performance Share Award shall be subject to the same restrictions that apply to the shares of Common Stock subject to such Performance Share Award. Prior to the settlement of a Performance Share Award, the holder of such award shall have no rights as a stockholder of the Company with respect to the shares of Common Stock subject to such award.

3.5

Termination of Employment or Service as a Non-Employee Director. All of the terms relating to the satisfaction of Performance Measures and the termination of the Restriction Period or Performance Period relating to a Stock Award, or any forfeiture and cancellation of such award upon a Participant’s termination of employment as an Employee or service as a Non-Employee Director, whether by reason of Disability, Retirement, death or any other reason, shall be determined by the Committee and set forth in the applicable Award Terms.

IV.

PERFORMANCE UNIT AWARDS

4.1

Performance Unit Awards. The Committee may grant Performance Unit Awards to any Participant.

4.2

Terms of Performance Unit Awards. Performance Unit Awards shall be subject to the following terms and conditions and shall be subject to such additional terms and conditions, not inconsistent with the terms of this Plan, as the Committee shall deem advisable.

(a)

Number of Performance Units and Performance Measures. The number of Performance Units subject to a Performance Unit Award and the Performance Measures and Performance Period applicable to a Performance Unit Award shall be determined by the Committee.

(b)

Vesting and Forfeiture. Subject to Section 1.7, the Award Terms relating to a Performance Unit Award shall provide, in the manner determined by the Committee and subject to the provisions of this Plan, for the vesting of such Performance Unit Award if the specified Performance Measures are satisfied or met during the specified Performance Period and for the forfeiture of such award if the specified Performance Measures are not satisfied or met during the specified Performance Period.

(c)

Settlement of Vested Performance Unit Awards. The Award Terms relating to a Performance Unit Award shall specify whether such award may be settled in shares of Common Stock (including shares of Restricted Stock) or cash or a combination thereof. If a Performance Unit Award is settled in shares of Restricted Stock, such shares of Restricted Stock shall be issued to the holder in book entry form and the holder of such Restricted Stock shall have such rights as a stockholder of the Company as determined pursuant to Section 3.2(e). Any Dividend Equivalents credited with respect to Performance Units shall be subject to the same restrictions that apply to such Performance Units. Prior to the settlement of a Performance Unit Award in shares of Common Stock, including Restricted Stock, the holder of such award shall have no rights as a stockholder of the Company.

(d)

Breach of Restrictive Covenant. Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this Section 4.2, if the holder of a Performance Unit Award breaches his or her obligations to the Company or any Subsidiary under a Restrictive Covenant, each Performance Unit Award held by such holder shall be cancelled as of the date on which the holder first breached such Restrictive Covenant, and the Company thereafter may require the repayment of any amounts received by such holder in connection with such award in accordance with Section 1.8.

4.3

Termination of Employment or Service as a Non-Employee Director. All of the terms relating to the satisfaction of Performance Measures and the termination of the Performance Period relating to a Performance Unit Award, or any forfeiture and cancellation of such award upon a termination of employment as an Employee or service as a Non-Employee Director of the holder of such award, whether by reason of Disability, Retirement, death or any other reason, shall be determined by the Committee and set forth in the applicable Award Terms.

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V.

DEFERRED STOCK UNITS

5.1

Deferred Stock Unit Awards. The Committee may grant Deferred Stock Unit Awards to any Participant.

5.2

Terms of Deferred Stock Unit Awards.Subject to the minimum vesting restrictions in Section 1.7, Deferred Stock Unit Awards shall be subject to the following terms and conditions and shall be subject to such additional terms and conditions, not inconsistent with the terms of this Plan, as the Committee shall deem advisable.

(a)

Number of Shares and Other Terms. The Committee shall determine the number of shares of Common Stock subject to a Deferred Stock Unit Award and the time or times at which the shares of Common Stock subject to such Deferred Stock Units shall be issued or delivered, or whether cash in lieu of such shares shall be paid, to the holder of such Deferred Stock Units.

(b)

Settlement of Deferred Stock Unit Awards. The Award Terms relating to a Deferred Stock Unit Award shall specify (i) whether such award may be settled in shares of Common Stock or cash or a combination thereof and (ii) whether the holder thereof shall be entitled to receive Dividend Equivalents and, if determined by the Committee, interest on, or the deemed reinvestment of, any deferred Dividend Equivalents, with respect to the number of shares of Common Stock subject to such award. Prior to the settlement of a Deferred Stock Unit Award, the holder of such award shall have no rights as a stockholder of the Company with respect to the shares of Common Stock subject to such award.

VI.

GENERAL

6.1

Effective Date and Term of Plan.

(a)

This Plan shall be submitted to the stockholders of the Company for approval at the Company’s 2020 annual meeting of stockholders and, if approved by the affirmative vote of a majority of the shares of Common Stock present in person or represented by proxy at such annual meeting of stockholders, shall become effective as of the date of such stockholder approval. This Plan shall terminate ten (10) years after its effective date, unless terminated earlier by the Committee. Termination of this Plan shall not affect the terms or conditions of any award granted prior to termination.

(b)

Awards hereunder may be granted at any time prior to the termination of this Plan,provided that, subject to Section 2.1, no award may be granted later than ten (10) years after the effective date of this Plan. In the event that this Plan is not approved by the stockholders of the Company, this Plan and any awards hereunder shall be void and of no force or effect.

6.2

Amendments. The Committee may amend this Plan, as advisable, subject to any requirement of stockholder approval required by applicable law, rule or regulation, including any rule of the principal national stock exchange on which the Common Stock is then traded;provided,however, that no amendment may materially impair the rights of a holder of an outstanding award without the consent of such holder.

6.3

Award Terms. Each award under this Plan shall be evidenced by Award Terms setting forth the terms and conditions applicable to such award. No award shall be valid until such terms are approved by the Committee and communicated to (and accepted by, where applicable) the recipient of such award at such time and in such manner as shall be prescribed by the Company.

6.4

Non-Transferability.No award shall be transferable other than by will, the laws of descent and distribution or pursuant to beneficiary designation procedures approved by the Company or, to the extent expressly permitted in the Award Terms relating to such award, to the holder’s family members, a trust or entity established by the holder for estate planning purposes or a charitable organization designated by the holder. Except to the extent permitted by the foregoing sentence or the Award Terms relating to an award, each award may be exercised or settled during the holder’s lifetime only by the holder or the holder’s legal representative or similar person. Except as permitted by the second preceding sentence, no award may be sold, transferred, assigned, pledged, hypothecated, encumbered or otherwise disposed of (whether by operation of law or otherwise) or be subject to execution, attachment or similar process. Upon any attempt to so sell, transfer, assign, pledge, hypothecate, encumber or otherwise dispose of any award, such award and all rights thereunder shall immediately become null and void.

6.5

Tax Withholding. The Company shall have the right to require, prior to the issuance or delivery of any shares of Common Stock or the payment of any cash pursuant to an award made hereunder, or upon the vesting of any award that is considered deferred compensation, payment by the holder of such award of any federal, state, local or other taxes which may be required to be withheld or paid in connection with such award. The applicable Award Terms may provide that (i) the Company shall withhold whole shares of Common Stock which would otherwise be delivered to a holder, having an aggregate Fair Market Value determined as of the date the obligation to withhold or pay taxes arises in connection with an award (the “Tax Date”), or withhold an amount of cash which would otherwise be payable to a holder, in the amount necessary to satisfy any such obligation or (ii) the holder may satisfy any such obligation by any of the following means: (A) a cash payment to the Company, (B) authorizing the Company to withhold whole shares of Common Stock which would

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otherwise be delivered having an aggregate Fair Market Value, determined as of the Tax Date, or withhold an amount of cash which would otherwise be payable to a holder, equal to the amount necessary to satisfy any such obligation, (C) in the case of the exercise of an Option and except as may be prohibited by applicable law, a cash payment by a broker-dealer acceptable to the Company to whom the optionee has submitted an irrevocable notice of exercise or (D) any combination of (A) and (B), in each case to the extent set forth in the Award Terms relating to the award. Shares of Common Stock to be delivered or withheld may not have an aggregate Fair Market Value in excess of the amount determined by applying the maximum individual statutory tax rate in the Employee’s applicable jurisdiction;provided that the Company shall be permitted to limit the number of shares so withheld to a lesser number if necessary, in the judgment of the Committee, to avoid adverse accounting consequences or for administrative convenience. Any fraction of a share of Common Stock which would be required to satisfy such an obligation shall be disregarded and the remaining amount due shall be paid in cash by the holder or paid in fractional form, as determined by the Committee.

6.6

Restrictions on Shares. Each award made hereunder shall be subject to the requirement that if at any time the Company determines that the listing, registration or qualification of the shares of Common Stock subject to such award upon any securities exchange or under any law, or the consent or approval of any governmental body, or the taking of any other action is necessary or desirable as a condition of, or in connection with, the delivery of shares thereunder, such shares shall not be delivered unless such listing, registration, qualification, consent, approval or other action shall have been effected or obtained, free of any conditions not acceptable to the Company.

6.7

Adjustment for Equity Restructuring or Change in Capitalization. In the event of any equity restructuring (within the meaning of Financial Accounting Standards Board Accounting Standards Codification Topic 718, Compensation—Stock Compensation or any successor or replacement accounting standard) that causes the per share value of shares of Common Stock to change, such as a stock dividend, stock split, spinoff, rights offering or recapitalization through an extraordinary cash dividend, the number and class of securities available under this Plan, the terms of each outstanding Option and SAR (including the number and class of securities subject to each outstanding Option or SAR and the purchase price or base price per share and any applicable Performance Measures), the terms of each outstanding Stock Award (including the number and class of securities subject thereto and any applicable Performance Measures), the terms of each outstanding Performance Unit Award (including the Performance Measures and the number and class of securities subject thereto, if applicable) and the terms of each outstanding Deferred Stock Award (including the number and class of securities subject thereto), shall be appropriately adjusted by the Committee, such adjustments to be made in the case of outstanding Options and SARs in accordance with Section 409A of the Code. In the event of any other change in corporate capitalization, including a merger, consolidation, reorganization, or partial or complete liquidation of the Company, such equitable adjustments described in the foregoing sentence may be made as determined to be appropriate and equitable by the Committee to prevent dilution or enlargement of rights of Participants. In either case, the decision of the Committee regarding any such adjustment shall be final, binding and conclusive.

6.8

Corporate Transactions; Change in Control.

(a)

If the Company shall be a party to a reorganization, merger, or consolidation or sale or other disposition of more than 50% of the operating assets of the Company (determined on a consolidated basis), other than in connection with a sale-leaseback or other arrangement resulting in the continued utilization of such assets (or the operating products of such assets) (a “Corporate Transaction”), the Board (as constituted prior to any Change in Control resulting from such Corporate Transaction) may, in its discretion:

(i)

require that (A) some or all outstanding Options and SARs shall immediately become exercisable in full or in part, (B) the Restriction Period applicable to some or all outstanding Restricted Stock Awards and Restricted Stock Unit Awards shall lapse in full or in part, (C) the Performance Period applicable to some or all outstanding Performance Share Awards, Performance Unit Awards or other performance-based awards shall lapse in full or in part, and (D) the Performance Measures applicable to some or all outstanding awards shall be deemed to be satisfied at the target or any other level not exceeding the maximum levels allowable under their respective terms;

(ii)

require that shares of capital stock of the corporation resulting from such Corporate Transaction, or a parent corporation thereof, be substituted for some or all of the shares of Common Stock subject to an outstanding award, with an appropriate and equitable adjustment to such award as determined by the Board in accordance with Section 6.7; and/or

(iii)

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share of Common Stock subject to such Option or SAR, (2) in the case of a Stock Award, the number of shares of Common Stock then subject to the portion of such award surrendered, to the extent the Restriction Period and Performance Period, if any, on such Stock Award have lapsed or will lapse pursuant to Section 6.8(a)(i) and to the extent that the Performance Measures, if any, have been satisfied or are deemed satisfied pursuant to 6.8(a)(i), multiplied by the Fair Market Value of a share of Common Stock as of the date of the Corporate Transaction, (3) in the case of a Performance Unit Award, the value of the Performance Units then subject to the portion of such award surrendered, to the extent the Performance Period applicable so such award has lapsed or will lapse pursuant to Section 6.8(a)(i) and to the extent the Performance Measures applicable to such award have been satisfied or are deemed satisfied pursuant to Section 6.8(a)(i) and (4) in the case of a Deferred Stock Unit Award, the number of shares of Common Stock then subject to the portion of such award surrendered multiplied by the Fair Market Value of a share of Common Stock as of the date of the Corporate Transaction; (B) shares of capital stock of the corporation resulting from such Corporate Transaction, or a parent corporation thereof, having a fair market value not less than the amount determined under clause (A) above; or (C) a combination of the payment of cash pursuant to clause (A) above and the issuance of shares pursuant to clause (B) above;provided that in the case of an award that is considered deferred compensation, within the meaning of Section 409A of the Code, no delivery of shares or payment of cash shall be accelerated pursuant to this Section 6.8(a) to the extent such acceleration would result in additional taxes under Section 409A of the Code.

(a)

For purposes of the Plan, “Change in Control” means, except as otherwise provided below, the first to occur of any of the following events:

(i)

any SEC Person becomes the Beneficial Owner of 20% or more of the then outstanding common stock of the Company or of Voting Securities representing 20% or more of the combined voting power of all the then outstanding Voting Securities of the Company (such an SEC Person, a “20% Owner”);provided,however, that for purposes of this subsection (i), the following acquisitions shall not constitute a Change in Control: (1) any acquisition directly from the Company (excluding any acquisition resulting from the exercise of an exercise, conversion or exchange privilege unless the security being so exercised, converted or exchanged was acquired directly from the Company), (2) any acquisition by the Company, (3) any acquisition by an employee benefit plan (or related trust) sponsored or maintained by the Company or any corporation controlled by the Company (a “Company Plan”), or (4) any acquisition by any corporation pursuant to a transaction which complies with paragraphs (A), (B) and (C) of subsection (iii) of this definition;providedfurther, that for purposes of clause (2), if any 20% Owner of the Company other than the Company or any Company Plan becomes a 20% Owner by reason of an acquisition by the Company, and such 20% Owner of the Company shall, after such acquisition by the Company, become the Beneficial Owner of any additional outstanding common shares of the Company or any additional outstanding Voting Securities of the Company (other than pursuant to any dividend reinvestment plan or arrangement maintained by the Company) and such beneficial ownership is publicly announced, such additional beneficial ownership shall constitute a Change in Control; or

(ii)

During any 24-month period beginning on the effective date of the Plan, individuals who as of the beginning of such period constitute the Board (the “Incumbent Board”) cease for any reason to constitute at least a majority of the Incumbent Board;provided,however, that any individual becoming a director whose election, or nomination for election by the Company’s stockholders, was approved by a vote of at least a majority of the directors then comprising the Incumbent Board shall be considered as though such individual were a member of the Incumbent Board, but excluding, for this purpose, any such individual whose initial assumption of office occurs as a result of an actual or threatened election contest (as such terms are used in Rule 14a-11 promulgated under the Exchange Act) or other actual or threatened solicitation of proxies or consents by or on behalf of a Person other than the Board; or

(iii)

consummation of a Corporate Transaction by the Company; excluding, however, a Corporate Transaction pursuant to which:

(A)

all or substantially all of the individuals and entities who are the Beneficial Owners, respectively, of the outstanding common stock of Company and outstanding Voting Securities of the Company immediately prior to such Corporate Transaction beneficially own, directly or indirectly, more than 60% of, respectively, the then-outstanding shares of common stock and the combined voting power of the then-outstanding voting securities entitled to vote generally in the election of directors, as the case may be, of the corporation resulting from such Corporate Transaction (including, without limitation, a corporation which, as a result of such transaction, owns the Company or all or substantially all of the assets of the Company either directly or through one or more subsidiaries) in substantially the same proportions as their ownership immediately prior to such Corporate Transaction of the outstanding common stock of Company and outstanding Voting Securities of the Company, as the case may be;

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(B)no SEC Person (other than the corporation resulting from such Corporate Transaction, and any Person which beneficially owned, immediately prior to such corporate Transaction, directly or indirectly, 20% or more of the outstanding common stock of the Company or the outstanding Voting Securities of the Company, as the case may be) becomes a 20% Owner, directly or indirectly, of the then-outstanding common stock of the corporation resulting from such Corporate Transaction or the combined voting power of the outstanding voting securities of such corporation; and
(C)individuals who were members of the Incumbent Board will constitute at least a majority of the members of the board of directors of the corporation resulting from such Corporate Transaction; or
(iv)Approval by the Company’s stockholders of a plan of complete liquidation or dissolution of the Company, other than a plan of liquidation or dissolution which results in the acquisition of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company by an Affiliated company.

Notwithstanding the occurrence of any of the foregoing events, a Change in Control shall not occur with respect to an award if, in advance of such event, the holder of such award agrees in writing that such event shall not constitute a Change in Control.
6.9Deferrals.The Committee may determine that the delivery of shares of Common Stock or the payment of cash, or a combination thereof, upon the exercise or settlement of all or a portion of any award made hereunder shall be deferred, or the Committee may, in its sole discretion, approve deferral elections made by holders of awards. Deferrals shall be for such periods and upon such terms as shall be set forth in a deferral plan or program established by the Committee in its sole discretion in accordance with Section 409A of the Code.
6.10No Right of Participation or Employment. Unless otherwise set forth in an employment agreement, no person shall have any right to participate in this Plan. Neither this Plan nor any award made hereunder shall confer upon any person any right to continued employment or service with the Company, any Subsidiary or any Affiliate of the Company or affect in any manner the right of the Company, any Subsidiary or any Affiliate of the Company to terminate the employment or service of any person at any time without liability hereunder.
6.11Rights as Stockholder. No person shall have any right as a stockholder of the Company with respect to any shares of Common Stock or other equity security of the Company which is subject to an award hereunder unless and until such person becomes a stockholder of record with respect to such shares of Common Stock or equity security.
6.12Designation of Beneficiary. A holder of an award may file with the Company a written designation of one or more persons as such holder’s beneficiary or beneficiaries (both primary and contingent) in the event of the holder’s death or incapacity. To the extent an outstanding Option or SAR granted hereunder is exercisable, such beneficiary or beneficiaries shall be entitled to exercise such Option or SAR pursuant to procedures prescribed by the Company. Each beneficiary designation shall become effective only when filed in writing with the Company during the holder’s lifetime on a form prescribed by the Company. The spouse of a married holder domiciled in a community property jurisdiction shall join in any designation of a beneficiary other than such spouse. The filing with the Company of a new beneficiary designation shall cancel all previously filed beneficiary designations. If a holder fails to designate a beneficiary, or if all designated beneficiaries of a holder predecease the holder, then each outstanding Option and SAR hereunder held by such holder, to the extent exercisable, may be exercised by such holder’s executor, administrator, legal representative or similar person.
6.13Governing Law. This Plan, each award hereunder and the related Award Terms, and all determinations made and actions taken pursuant thereto, to the extent not otherwise governed by the Code or the laws of the United States, shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and construed in accordance therewith without giving effect to principles of conflicts of laws, and, to the extent applicable, section 409A of the Code.
6.14Foreign Employees.Without amending this Plan, the Committee may grant awards to eligible persons who are foreign nationals or otherwise subject to the laws of a non-U.S. jurisdiction on such terms and conditions different from those specified in this Plan as may in the judgment of the Committee be necessary or desirable to foster and promote achievement of the purposes of this Plan and, in furtherance of such purposes the Committee may make such modifications, amendments, procedures, subplans and the like as may be necessary or advisable to comply with provisions of laws in other countries or jurisdictions in which the Company or its Subsidiaries operates or has employees.

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Appendix B

2017 Adjusted (non-GAAP) Operating EarningsDefinitions of Non-GAAP Measures

Exelon reports its financial results in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (GAAP). Exelon and supplements theits reporting of financial information determined in accordance with GAAP with certain non-GAAP financial measures, including adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings per share. share, earned ROE, and FFO/Debt to enhance investors’ understanding of Exelon’s performance. Our method of calculating adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings and operating ROE may not be comparable to other companies’ presentations.

Adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earningsper share exclude certain costs, expenses, gains and losses and other specified items, including mark-to-market adjustments from economic hedging activities, unrealized gains and losses from nuclear decommissioning trust fund investments, merger and integration costs, certain costs associated with the PHI acquisition, merger commitments related to the settlement of the PHI acquisition, the impairment of certain long-lived assets, plant retirements and divestitures, costs related to the cost management program, the non-controlling interest in Constellation Energy Nuclear Group, LLC,programs, and other items as set forth in the reconciliation below.

The presentation oftable below reconciling adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings per sharefrom GAAP earnings, which is intendedthe most directly comparable GAAP measure. Management uses adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings as one of the primary indicators to enhanceevaluate performance, allocate resources, set incentive compensation targets and plan and forecast future periods. We believe the measure enhances an investor’s overall understanding of period over period financial results and provideprovides an indication of Exelon’s baseline operating performance by excluding items that are considered by management to not be not directly related to the ongoing operations of the business. In addition, this information is among the primary indicators management uses as a basis for evaluating performance, allocating resources, setting incentive compensation targets and planning and forecasting of future periods. Accordingly, management uses adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings per share as a goal in its annual incentive plan. Adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings per share is not a presentation defined under GAAP and may not be comparable to other companies’ presentations. Exelon reports adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings per share as supplemental information and in addition to earnings per share that are calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings per share should not be deemed more useful than, a substitute for, or an alternative to earnings per share calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP.

A reconciliation ofThe table below reconciles reported GAAP earningsEarnings per share to adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings per share for 2017 is presented below2019 (amounts may not add due to rounding):.

2017 GAAP Earnings (Loss) Per Share 2017           $3.97
Adjustments:
Mark-to-market impact of economic hedging activities0.11
Unrealized gains related to NDT fund investments(0.34)
Amortization of commodity contract intangibles0.04
Merger and integration costs0.04
Merger commitments(0.14)
Long-lived asset impairments0.34
Plant retirements and divestitures0.22
Reassessment of state deferred income taxes(1.37)
Cost management program0.04
Like-kind exchange tax position(0.03)
Tax settlements(0.01)
Bargain purchase gain(0.25)
Gain on deconsolidation of business(0.14)
Vacation policy change(0.03)
Change in Environmental Remediation Liabilities0.03
Noncontrolling interests0.12
Adjusted (non-GAAP) Operating Earnings (Loss) Per Share$2.60
2019 GAAP Earnings (Loss) Per Share     $3.01
Adjustments:
Mark-to-market impact of economic hedging activities0.20
Unrealized gains related to nuclear decommissioning trust (NDT) fund investments(0.31)
Asset impairments0.13
Plant retirements and divestitures0.12
Cost management programs0.05
Litigation settlement gain(0.02)
Asset Retirement Obligation(0.09)
Change in environmental liabilities0.02
Income tax-related adjustments0.01
Noncontrolling interests0.09
2019 Adjusted (non-GAAP) Operating Earnings (Loss) Per Share$3.22

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Tableis calculated using adjusted (non-GAAP) operating earnings, reflecting all lines of Contentsbusiness for the utility businesses (electric distribution, gas distribution, transmission), divided by average shareholder’s equity over the year. Management uses operating ROE as a measurement of the actual performance of the company’s utility business.

Appendix

2015 PShare ScorecardFFO/Debtis a coverage ratio that compares funds from operations to total debt and is a key ratio analyzed by the credit rating agencies in determining Exelon’s credit rating. An investment grade rating is critical as it increases the ability to participate in commercial business opportunities, lowers collateral requirements, creates reliable and cost-efficient access to capital markets and increases business and financial flexibility. The ratio is calculated following S&P’s current methodology. The most directly comparable GAAP measure to FFO is GAAP Cash Flow from Operations and the most directly comparable GAAP measure to Debt is Long-Term Debt plus Short-Term Borrowings. Management uses FFO/Debt to evaluate financial risk by measuring the company’s ability to service debt using cash from operations. We believe the measure enhances an investor’s overall understanding of the creditworthiness of Exelon’s operating companies.

The table below reflects the 2015 PShare Scorecard, which uses a “stair-step” approach with no interpolation between data performance levels. AppliesDue to the second yearforward-looking nature of some forecasted non-GAAP measures, information to reconcile the 2014-2016 PShare program and the first year of the 2015-2017 PShare program.

2015 PShare Scorecard
Goals    Metrics    Metric
Weighting
    Operating
Company
    Threshold    Target    Target
Calibrated to
    Distinguished    Final
Score
    Actual
Award vs.
Metric
Weighting
Financial
Management
ROE30.0%Exelon Corp7.25%7.75%Budget8.50%8.23%37.5%
FFO/Debt30.0%ExGen HoldCo27.0%30.0%Budget42.7%33.1%30.0%
Operational
Excellence
Outage6.7%BGE100.088.01st Quartile85.091.01.68%
DurationComEd93.083.01st Quartile82.082.03.35%
(Average)PECO93.087.01st Quartile85.084.03.35%
Outage
Frequency
(Average)
6.7%BGE1.000.801st Decile0.760.821.68%
ComEd0.870.771st Decile0.740.781.68%
PECO0.870.771st Decile0.740.703.35%
Net Fleetwide
Capacity
Factor
13.3%Nuclear91.1%93.1%1st Quartile93.6%93.9%19.95%
Dispatch
Match
13.3%Power94.3%96.6%Internal97.8%98.6%19.95%
Measure
Committee Approved
Performance
122.48%

2016 PShare Scorecard

The table below reflects the 2016 PShare Scorecard, which uses a “stair-step” approach with no interpolation between data performance levels. Performance was evaluated at the end of 2016. The 2016 scorecard appliesforecasted adjusted (non-GAAP) measures to the first year of the 2016-2018 PShare program, the second year of the 2015-2017 PShare program and the final year of the 2014-2016 PShare program.most directly comparable GAAP measure may not be currently available; therefore, management is unable to reconcile these measures.

2016 PShare Scorecard
Metrics     Metric
Weighting
     Threshold     Target     Distinguished     Final
Score
     Actual
Award vs.
Metric
Weighting
Exelon ROE50.0%6.60%7.05%7.50%8.08%75.0%
ExGen FFO/Debt50.0%27.0%30.0%38.01%33.7%50.0%
Committee-Approved
Performance
125.00%

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C

2017 PShare Scorecard

The table below reflects the 2017 PShare Scorecard, which uses a “stair-step” approach with no interpolation between data performance levels for FFO/Debt. Utility Return on Equity and Utility Net Income use interpolation. Performance was evaluated at the end of 2017. The 2017 scorecard applies to the final year of the 2015-2017 PShare program.

2017 PShare Scorecard
Metrics     Metric
Weighting
     Threshold
50%
     Target
100%
     Distinguished
150%
     Final
Score
     Actual Award vs.
Metric Weighting
Utility ROE33.3%$1,459.00$1,707.00$1,979.00$1,498.0035.06%
Utility Net Income33.3%8.3%9.5%10.9%9.4%35.15%

Metric     Metric
Weighting
     Threshold
50%
     75%     Target
100%
     125%     Distinguished
150%
     Final
Score
     Actual Award vs.
Metric Weighting
Exelon FFO/33.4%>=16.0%>=17.0%>=18.0%>=22.0%>=24.0%18.9%33.4%
Debt
Committee Approved
Performance
103.61%

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Exelon Corporation
Categorical Standards of Independence

In accordance with The Exelon Corporation Independence Standards for Directors, the Board has determined that the following categories of relationships do not affect an Exelon director’s independence unless determined to affectany such relationship affects a director’s independence by reason of the independence standards set forth in Exelon’s Corporate Governance Principles.the listing rules of the Nasdaq stock market. The categorical standards are intended to assist the directorsBoard with independence determinations in connection with relationships not specifically covered by the independence standards set forth in the Corporate Governance Principles.listing rules of the Nasdaq stock market. The Board may determine that other relationships do not affect independence.

Immaterial position and ownership interest:The relationship arises solely from (1) such director’s (or an immediatea family member’s) position as a director, trustee, advisory board member, or similar position with another company or organization; (2) such director’s (or an immediatea family member’s) direct or indirect ownership of a 10% or less equity interest in another company or organization; or (3) a combination of the relationships described in clauses (1) and (2).

Immaterial business relationships:A director’s (or an immediatea family member’s) relationship with another company that participates in a transaction with the Company or its consolidated subsidiaries where: the rates or charges involved are determined by competitive bid or are competitive with current prices generally available to the public for similar goods and services; the transaction involves the rendering of services as a common or contract carrier, or public utility, at rates or charges fixed in conformity with law or governmental authority; the transaction involves services as a bank depository of funds, transfer agent, registrar, trustee under a trust indenture, or similar services, or commercial banking services provided on arm’s length terms and in the ordinary course of business; the provider of goods or services in a transaction is determined by the purchaser to be the only practical source to obtain the goods or services; or the interest arises solely from direct or indirect ownership of debt or equity securities of the Company or its subsidiaries where all holders of the same class of securities have the same rights and receive the same benefits on a pro rata basis.

Immaterial transactions:A director’s(or an immediatedirector’s (or family member’s) relationship with another company that has made payments to, or received payments from, the Company for property or services in an amount which, in the last fiscal year, does not exceed the greater of $1 million$200,000 or 2%5% of such other company’s consolidated gross revenues for such year.

Immaterial indebtedness:A director’s relationship as an executive officer, or where any member of his or her immediate family is an executive officer, of any other company which is indebted to the Company, or to which the Company is indebted, in each case excluding normal trade debt, and the total principal amount of such indebtedness is less than the greater of $1 million$200,000 or 2%5% of the total consolidated assets of such other company.

Immaterial investment:A director’s (or an immediate family member’s) relationship with another company (1) in which Exelon or any of its consolidated subsidiaries (including any benefit plan or arrangement sponsored by Exelon or its consolidated subsidiaries), or any nuclear decommissioning trust or other segregated investment fund maintained by Exelon or its subsidiaries makes investments or places funds for investment management or (2) which underwrites or invests in securities issued by Exelon or any of its consolidated subsidiaries, all in the ordinary course of such other company’s business on terms and under circumstances similar to those available to or from entities unaffiliated with such director.

Immaterial non-profit relationships:A director’s relationship as a current employee or where any family member of his or her immediate family serves as executive officer of a charitable or educational organization which receives contributions from the Company or any of its consolidated subsidiaries in its most recent fiscal year of less than the greater of $1 million$200,000 or 2%5% of that organization’s consolidated gross revenues in that year. In any other circumstances, a director’s relationship with a charitycharitable or educational organization to which the Company or any of its consolidated subsidiaries makes contributions where the aggregate contributions made by the Company or any of its consolidated subsidiaries to that organization in its most recent fiscal year were less than the greater of $1 million or 5% of that organization’s consolidated gross receipts for that year.

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Appendix D

Acronyms Used

ACEAtlantic City Electric Company,an Exelon company
AIPAnnual Incentive Plan
BGEBaltimore Gas and Electric Company,an Exelon company
CAIDICustomer Average Interruption Duration Index
CBPPCash Balance Pension Plan
ComEdCommonwealth Edison Company,an Exelon company
D&IDiversity and Inclusion
DJSIDow Jones Sustainability Index
DPLDelmarva Power & Light Company,an Exelon company
EPSEarnings per share
ERGEmployee Resource Group
ESGEnvironmental, Social and Governance
FERCFederal Energy Regulatory Commission
FFOFunds from operations
GAAPGenerally accepted accounting principles
GHGGreenhouse Gases
GRIGlobal Reporting Initiative
ISOIncentive Stock Option
LTIPLong-Term Incentive Plan
NEONamed Executive Officer
PCAOBPublic Company Accounting Oversight Board
PECOPECO Energy Company,an Exelon company
PepcoPotomac Electric Power Company,an Exelon company
PHIPepco Holdings LLC,an Exelon company and the holding company for ACE, DPL, Pepco
PwCPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
ROEReturn on equity
RSARestricted Stock Award
RSURestricted Stock Unit
SAIFISystem Average Interruption Frequency Index
SARStock Appreciation Right
SASService Annuity System
SECSecurities and Exchange Commission
SMRPSupplemental Management Retirement Plan
STEMScience, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
TCFDTask Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures
TDCTotal Direct Compensation
TSRTotal Shareholder Return
UTYPHLX Utility Sector Index
ZECZero Emission Credits

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2017 Exelon Recognition and2019 Sustainability Awards & Partnerships

Corporate & Foundation Giving
     
$52.1 million
Last year, Exelon and its employees set all-time records, committing more than $52.1 million to non-profit organizations and volunteering more than 210,000 hours
     Civic 50
Exelon was named to theDow Jones Sustainability North America Indexfor the first time to the Civic 50, recognizing the most community-minded companies by Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service
Corporate Recognition14th consecutive yearDiversity & InclusionReceivedWildlife Habitat Council’s Employee Engagement Awardfor engagement on habitat and conservation education issuesEnergy Star Partner of the Yearaward from U.S. EPA for leadership in customer energy-efficiency programs
Ranked No. 27 (of 922 companies) byJUST CapitalPartnered withWorld Resources Institute(WRI) to conduct water risk assessmentsMember ofCenter for Climate and Energy Solutionssince 2005

2019 Human Capital Management Awards & Partnerships

          
 
2017 Laurie D. Zelon Pro Bono Award
Awarded by the Pro Bono Institute for exemplary pro bono legal service and leadership
Kids in Need of Defense Innovation Award
Exelon’s legal department and the Baltimore chapter of Organization of Latinos at Exelon (OLE) for their work with unaccompanied minors from Central America
HeForShe
Exelon joined U.N. Women’s HeForShe campaign, which is focused on gender equality. Pledge includes a $3 million commitment to develop new STEM programs for girls and young women and improving the retention of women at Exelon by 2020
Billion Dollar Roundtable
Exelon became the first energy company to join the Billion Dollar Roundtable, an organization that promotes supplier diversity for corporations achieving $1 billion or more in annual direct spending with minority and women-owned businesses
CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion
Exelon joined 150 leading companies for the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™, the largest CEO-driven business commitment aimed at taking action to cultivateadvance diversity and inclusion within the workplace
Member of theBillion Dollar Roundtablefor achieving $1B or more in annual spending with minority or women-owned businesses (2017 – 2019)As a workplace where diverse perspectivesChampion forHeForShecampaign, Exelon has pledged $3 million to STEM education for young women and experiences are welcomed and respectedpledged to reach retention parity by 2020
Sustainability
DiversityInc Ranked Exelon No. 24 on list ofDow Jones Sustainability Index
Top 50 Companies for Diversity
Forbes America’sBest Employers for DiversityExelon named to Dow Jones Sustainability Index for 12th consecutive year(2018-2020)The Military Times –Newsweek Magazine’s Green Rankings
Best for Vets
Newsweek Magazine’s Green Rankings recognized our leadership in sustainability, where we ranked third among utilities, No. 12 in the U.S. 500 and 24th among the Global 500
Land for People Award
Received the Trust for Public Land’s national “Land for People Award” in recognition of Exelon’s Exelon’s deep support of environmental stewardship, creating new parks and promoting conservation

Carbon Reduction
A recent M.J. Bradley and Associates report noted Exelon’s generation fleet had the lowest rate of emissions among the 20 largest public or privately held energy producers. Fortune also recognized Exelon as the second-lowest carbon emitter of all Fortune 100 companies

Workforce
DiversityInc Top 50
DiversityInc. named Exelon as one of the Top 50 companies for excellence in diversity
Indeed.com “50 Best Places to Work”
Indeed.com ranked Exelon No. 18 on its “50 Best Places to Work”
Human Rights Campaign “Best Places to Work”
For the third consecutive year, HRC’s Corporate Equality Index gave Exelon a perfect rating on its best places to work for LGBTQ
2017 U.S. Veterans Magazine’s “Best of the Best”
Most veteran-friendly companies
Historically Black Engineering Schools
Top Supporter recognition for five consecutive years(2013-2019)

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20182020 COMMON STOCK PROXY

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