This excerpt taken from the VZ DEF 14A filed Mar 23, 2009.
2008 Annual Performance Measures
The 2008 performance measures for the named executive officers are shown below:
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An Adjusted EPS target range of $2.53 - $2.56;
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A consolidated adjusted total revenue growth target range of 4% to 5%; and
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A diversity target of (i) having 50% of new hires and promotions at and above the manager level consist of minority and female candidates, and (ii) directing at least $25 million in
supplier spending at the corporate level to minority- and female-owned or operated firms.