So, it’s being put to a vote and they could deny it, and if they do the question is will he walk?
That fact that he has 2bil in the bank and is still doing the work he’s doing suggests to me that he might not. CEO of apple isn’t a fungible job. I don’t believe tim cook wants to be CEO of any other company. If he wanted to leave no dollar amount could keep him, similarly, i’m not sure a pay cut would send him packing.
Perhaps I misinterpreted you post. If that is your position, than I totally agree.
>So, it’s being put to a vote and they could deny it, and if they do the question is will he walk?
I think that all depends on the alternative proposal. I think they most likely outcome if it passes is that Tim Cook will be offered more money but with a longer lockup schedule. If they came back and said "hey richie, you have enough in the bank and should work for the average salary", I think it is likely he would walk, even if he is not primarily doing it for the money.
Some people like you mention don't care about pay, don't demand it, and don't get it, others do care.
It seems like you are mainly making a point about how Tim Cook should think and feel about his job, when he clearly has a different opinion.
As you say, Tim Cook is not fungible and wants to get what he is worth.