VirTra Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
VirTra's CEO is John Givens, appointed in Aug 2023, has a tenure of 2.75 years. total yearly compensation is $515.18K, comprised of 70% salary and 30% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 2.9% of the company’s shares, worth $1.38M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.1 years and 1.7 years respectively.
Key information
John Givens
Chief executive officer
US$515.2k
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 69.98% |
| CEO tenure | 2.8yrs |
| CEO ownership | 2.9% |
| Management average tenure | 3.1yrs |
| Board average tenure | 1.7yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
VTSI: Drone Defense Training Demand Will Support Future Margin Upside
VirTra's analyst price target has been cut by $2 as analysts adjust their expectations around the company's profit margin and P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the updated price target cut as a recalibration of valuation inputs rather than a shift in their broader thesis on the business model.VTSI: Drone Threat Training Demand Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on VirTra by $2 to reflect updated assumptions around discount rates, profit margins and future P/E. This has resulted in a modest reset of expectations while maintaining a consistent fair value estimate of $6.25 per share.VTSI: Drone Defense Training Demand Will Drive Future Upside Potential
Analysts have reduced their fair value target for VirTra from $8.25 to $6.25, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate, and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a more cautious stance on VirTra, with price targets reduced alongside revised assumptions for revenue growth, margins, discount rates, and future P/E levels.Returns On Capital At VirTra (NASDAQ:VTSI) Have Stalled
Did you know there are some financial metrics that can provide clues of a potential multi-bagger? One common approach...Is There An Opportunity With VirTra, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:VTSI) 26% Undervaluation?
Key Insights VirTra's estimated fair value is US$5.80 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity VirTra is estimated to...Is VirTra (NASDAQ:VTSI) Using Too Much Debt?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Market Participants Recognise VirTra, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:VTSI) Earnings Pushing Shares 27% Higher
VirTra, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VTSI ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 27% after a shaky period beforehand...Here's Why VirTra (NASDAQ:VTSI) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
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Summary VirTra, Inc. produces immersive simulation training systems for law enforcement and the military, facing a split market view with strong long-term fundamentals but short-term uncertainties. Despite a challenging 2024, VirTra saw a 37% increase in Q4 bookings and international growth, particularly in Latin America and Europe. The new V-XR training system debuted in Canada, showcasing the potential for growth due to its cost-effectiveness and flexibility for smaller departments. With a cautious "Buy" rating for VTSI stock, VirTra's solid fundamentals and growing demand are promising, but federal funding delays pose short-term risks. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaIs VirTra (NASDAQ:VTSI) Using Too Much Debt?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Improved Earnings Required Before VirTra, Inc. (NASDAQ:VTSI) Stock's 27% Jump Looks Justified
VirTra, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VTSI ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month, posting a...VirTra, Inc. Beat Revenue Forecasts By 15%: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next
Shareholders of VirTra, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VTSI ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 12% to US$7.36...Investors Will Want VirTra's (NASDAQ:VTSI) Growth In ROCE To Persist
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V-XR Platform Launch Promises Revenue Surge Amidst Shrinking Profit Margins And Operational Hurdles
Launching the V-XR platform aims to revolutionize professional training across various sectors, attracting new customers and expanding market reach.Little Excitement Around VirTra, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:VTSI) Earnings As Shares Take 27% Pounding
To the annoyance of some shareholders, VirTra, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VTSI ) shares are down a considerable 27% in the last...Revenue Miss: VirTra, Inc. Fell 26% Short Of Analyst Revenue Estimates And Analysts Have Been Revising Their Models
Shareholders might have noticed that VirTra, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VTSI ) filed its quarterly result this time last week. The...Investors Will Want VirTra's (NASDAQ:VTSI) Growth In ROCE To Persist
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VirTra, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VTSI ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 29% after a relatively good period beforehand...VirTra: It's Got More Than Just Momentum Going For It
Summary VirTra recently was assigned a "Strong Buy" rating by the Seeking Alpha Quant system. But it's got more than the Quant's recommendation: Management is intensively looking to grow the business domestically and abroad. Exciting years are ahead. In this analysis, I examine how the combination of strong quantitative and qualitative drivers makes VirTra a Buy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaVirTra, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:VTSI) 28% Price Boost Is Out Of Tune With Earnings
VirTra, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VTSI ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 28% after a shaky period beforehand...Here's Why VirTra (NASDAQ:VTSI) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...The Return Trends At VirTra (NASDAQ:VTSI) Look Promising
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 2025 | US$515k | US$360k | US$258k |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$162k |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$1m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$2m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$1m | US$354k | US$1m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$6m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$7m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$7m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$974k | US$350k | US$9m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$7m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$5m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$4m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$683k | US$188k | US$2m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$574k |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$3m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$2m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$24k | n/a | US$3m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$4m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$4m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$3m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$6k | n/a | US$1m |
Compensation vs Market: John's total compensation ($USD515.18K) is about average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD622.91K).
Compensation vs Earnings: John's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
John Givens (61 yo)
Mr. John F. Givens II is Chairman at VirTra, Inc. since July 12, 2024, Chief Executive Officer at VirTra, Inc. from August 15, 2023 and Director since April 11, 2022. He had been Co-Chief Executive Officer...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Chairman | 2.8yrs | US$515.18k | 2.9% $ 1.4m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 3.4yrs | US$241.50k | 0.19% $ 91.8k | |
| Founder & Member of Advisory Board | no data | US$1.21m | no data | |
| Chief Technology Officer | 1.8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Human Resources | 10.3yrs | no data | no data |
Experienced Management: VTSI's management team is considered experienced (3.1 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Chairman | 5.5yrs | US$515.18k | 2.9% $ 1.4m | |
| Founder & Member of Advisory Board | 1.8yrs | US$1.21m | no data | |
| Independent Director | less than a year | no data | 0.098% $ 46.7k | |
| Independent Director | 3.5yrs | US$54.36k | 0.094% $ 44.5k | |
| Independent Director | 1.6yrs | US$51.32k | 0.031% $ 14.7k | |
| Independent Director | 1.6yrs | US$66.54k | 0.053% $ 25.2k |
Experienced Board: VTSI's board of directors are not considered experienced ( 1.7 years average tenure), which suggests a new board.
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 07:44 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
VirTra, Inc. is covered by 2 analysts. 2 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Jaeson Allen Schmidt | Lake Street Capital Markets, LLC |
| Richard Baldry | Roth Capital Partners |