Board Committee

/ˈbɔːrd kəˌmɪt.i/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A subgroup of a corporation's board of directors delegated to oversee specific areas such as audit, compensation, or governance.
    The board committee recommended changes to the company's executive compensation plan.

Forms

  • board committee
  • board committees

Commentary

Board committees are essential for dividing oversight responsibilities; charters should clearly define their scope and authority.

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