Ceo
/ˌsiː.iːˈoʊ/
Definitions
- (n.) The highest-ranking executive in a company or organization, responsible for overall management and decision-making.
The CEO approved the company's annual budget.
- (n.) A corporate officer who may also have legal duties and fiduciary responsibilities under corporate law.
As CEO, she was liable for ensuring compliance with securities regulations.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, the CEO's role often involves fiduciary responsibilities and compliance obligations delineated by corporate law.
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