Director

/dɪˈrɛktər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An individual appointed or elected to manage the affairs of a corporation or organization, typically part of the board of directors.
    The directors approved the new company strategy at the meeting.
  2. (n.) A person who supervises the operations and policies of a business or institution.
    She was appointed as the director of the nonprofit organization.

Forms

  • directors

Commentary

The term 'director' often refers to both statutory board members and managerial roles; clarity may be required in drafting to specify the precise capacity intended.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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