Chief Executive Officer (Noun)
Meaning
The corporate executive responsible for the operations of the firm; reports to a board of directors; may appoint other managers (including a president).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The company's chief executive officer was responsible for making key decisions that affected the entire organization.
- As the chief executive officer, she was accountable to the board of directors and was required to present quarterly reports.
- The new chief executive officer was tasked with turning the company around after a period of financial struggles.
- The chief executive officer of the tech firm was a highly respected leader in the industry, known for his innovative approach to business.
- After serving as the company's president for several years, he was promoted to the position of chief executive officer.