Chief Executive Officer
/ˌtʃiːf ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv ɔːfɪsər/
Definitions
- (n.) The highest-ranking executive in a company or organization, responsible for strategic decisions and overall operations.
The chief executive officer approved the new corporate strategy.
Forms
- chief executive officers
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Commentary
In legal drafting, the term 'Chief Executive Officer' often carries fiduciary responsibilities and is distinguished from other executives by authority scope.
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