chairman of the board definition

chairman of the board

Highest ranking officer in a firm's board of directors who presides over the board's meetings, but may or may not have actual executive authority. In smaller firms, usually the same person holds the position of chairman and chief executive officer. Also called chairperson of the board. See also board of directors.

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