Consumer goods giant Unilever CEO Paul Polman's pay surged nearly 51% to $14.13 million in 2017, compared to $9.3 million in 2016. It was the highest amount paid to the CEO since he assumed the role nine years ago. His pay package included a $1.4-million annual salary, $2.8-million annual bonus and $8.7-million in long-term bonus scheme shares.