Danielle is right on,check and see what others are getting in the industry.  As a Board Member I can attest to the fact that almost all CEO and Senior management positions salaries are arrived in this manner.  Your CEO and HR department know what is happening out there in regardes to salaries/benefits and so should you.  Patricia's idea opens the door for a polite and comfortable conversation on monies (Awesome advice).  Ask for more than your worth...you just might get it!