Peabody Energy CEO-Elect Compensation and Promotion Letter to Glenn Kellow (January 2015)

Summary

Peabody Energy has promoted Glenn Kellow to President and CEO-elect, effective January 22, 2015. The letter outlines his new base salary of $950,000 starting February 1, 2015, eligibility for the 2015 Corporate Annual Incentive Plan with a target bonus of 110% of salary (up to 220% for exceeding goals), and participation in the Long-Term Incentive Plan valued at 375% of salary. He will also continue to receive company benefits. The agreement confirms his new role and compensation terms.

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PEABODY ENERGY
Peabody Plaza
701 Market Street
St. Louis, MO 63101-1826
314 ###-###-####

January 27, 2015


Private and Confidential
Mr. Glenn Kellow

Dear Glenn:

Congratulations on your promotion to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer-elect effective January 22, 2015.

Base Salary - Effective February 1, 2015, your new base salary will be $950,000.

Annual Incentive - You are eligible to participate in the 2015 Corporate Annual Incentive Plan. Your target level will increase to 110% of your base salary, with an opportunity of up to 220% based upon achievement above the Company’s targeted goals. The Plan is tied to the Company meeting its annual financial goals as well as your individual performance.

Long-Term Incentive Plan - You are eligible for participation in Peabody’s Long-Term Incentive Plan with an opportunity valued at 375% of your base salary. The award is reviewed periodically and adjustments may be made as deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors.

Benefits - You remain eligible for Peabody’s National Benefit Plans.

Glenn, I believe your skills and experience will help us continue to improve our operations and will further strengthen our industry-leading operating and market positions while adding value to our business.

On behalf of the Board of Directors and Peabody’s shareholders, congratulations on this most significant appointment.

Sincerely,


/s/ William A. Coley

William A. Coley
Compensation Committee Chair